2019 Chevrolet VoltTrue Cost of Ownership in Switzerland
149 hp plug-in hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6.5%), VAT (7.7%), insurance, fuel at Fr1.6/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$40K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$2K
6.5% of base price
VAT
$3K
7.7% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$113K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2019 Chevrolet Volt — Full Cost Breakdown in Switzerland
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (6.5%) | $2K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (7.7%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $40K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $800 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $113K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.967 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Chevrolet Volt Fuel Cost Calculator — Switzerland
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Chevrolet Volt runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Switzerland.
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Chevrolet Volt Depreciation Curve
The Chevrolet Volt 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 Volt vs. Competitors in Switzerland
How does the Chevrolet Volt compare to similar cars available in Switzerland?
Chevrolet
Volt
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$15K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Switzerland market. Import duty (6.5%) and VAT (7.7%) applied to all models.
🇨🇭 Owning a Car in Switzerland
High insurance and fuel costs.
Affordable for Switzerland
Annual car costs = 17% of average Switzerland income ($85K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$85K
In Switzerland
Fuel Price
Fr1.60/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
6.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
7.7%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Switzerland
Chevrolet Volt in Switzerland — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Chevrolet Volt in Switzerland.
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Switzerland, after 6.5% import duty and 7.7% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $40,145 USD (Fr40,145 CHF).