2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4True Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
230 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$24K
Base: $20K
Annual Total
$12K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$1K
5% of base price
VAT
$3K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$85K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 — Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $20K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $1K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $24K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $4K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $12K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $85K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.818 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Dodge Neon SRT-4 Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$188
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.00
10L × NZ$1.50
Dodge Neon SRT-4 Depreciation Curve
The Dodge Neon SRT-4 loses approximately $10K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $20K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $16K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $14K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $12K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $11K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $10K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Dodge Neon SRT-4 vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Dodge Neon SRT-4 compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Dodge
Neon SRT-4
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$12K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$8K
Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇳🇿 Owning a Car in New Zealand
High fuel prices relative to income.
Moderate for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 29% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$42K
In New Zealand
Fuel Price
NZ$1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
Popular Car Brands in New Zealand
Dodge Neon SRT-4 in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Dodge Neon SRT-4 in New Zealand.
The 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 has a base price of $20,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $24,150 USD (NZ$24,150 NZD).