2024 Ford Explorer STTrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
400 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$76K
Base: $55K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$17K
30% of base price
VAT
$4K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$152K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Ford Explorer ST — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $55K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $17K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $76K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $624 |
| Annual Maintenance | $950 |
| Annual Depreciation | $12K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $152K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.022 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Ford Explorer ST Fuel Cost Calculator — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$624
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$52
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$4.16
8L × RM0.52
Ford Explorer ST Depreciation Curve
The Ford Explorer ST loses approximately $30K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $55K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $43K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $37K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $32K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $28K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $25K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Ford Explorer ST vs. Competitors in Malaysia
How does the Ford Explorer ST compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
Ford
Explorer ST
Base Price
$55K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$15K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 128% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Ford Explorer ST in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Ford Explorer ST in Malaysia.
The 2024 Ford Explorer ST has a base price of $55,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $75,790 USD (RM75,790 MYR).