2026 Chevrolet Equinox EVTrue Cost of Ownership in Chile
290 hp all-electric compact SUV, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$44K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$2K
6% of base price
VAT
$7K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$107K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV — Full Cost Breakdown in Chile
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (6%) | $2K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $44K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $107K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.838 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Chevrolet Equinox EV Fuel Cost Calculator — Chile
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Chevrolet Equinox EV runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Chile.
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Chevrolet Equinox EV Depreciation Curve
The Chevrolet Equinox EV loses approximately $20K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $35K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $25K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $22K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $19K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $17K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $15K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Chevrolet Equinox EV vs. Competitors in Chile
How does the Chevrolet Equinox EV compare to similar cars available in Chile?
Chevrolet
Equinox EV
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Chile
$13K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Chile
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Chile market. Import duty (6%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇱 Owning a Car in Chile
Low import tax, moderate running costs.
Very Expensive for Chile
Annual car costs = 79% of average Chile income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Chile
Fuel Price
$1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
6%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Chevrolet Equinox EV in Chile — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Chevrolet Equinox EV in Chile.
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Chile, after 6% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $44,149 USD ($44,149 CLP).