2017 Ford Focus RSTrue Cost of Ownership in Mexico
350 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$58K
Base: $42K
Annual Total
$14K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
20% of base price
VAT
$8K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$128K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2017 Ford Focus RS — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $42K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $58K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $14K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $128K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.921 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Ford Focus RS Fuel Cost Calculator — Mexico
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,200
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$100
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$8.00
10L × $0.80
Ford Focus RS Depreciation Curve
The Ford Focus RS loses approximately $21K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $42K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $33K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $25K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $23K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $21K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Ford Focus RS vs. Competitors in Mexico
How does the Ford Focus RS compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Ford
Focus RS
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$14K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 138% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
Popular Car Brands in Mexico
Ford Focus RS in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Ford Focus RS in Mexico.
The 2017 Ford Focus RS has a base price of $42,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $58,464 USD ($58,464 MXN).