2017 Ford Focus RSTrue Cost of Ownership in South Korea
350 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (8%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at ₩1.55/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$50K
Base: $42K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
8% of base price
VAT
$5K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$131K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2017 Ford Focus RS — Full Cost Breakdown in South Korea
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $42K |
| Import Duty (8%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $50K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $800 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $131K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.075 |
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 — South Korea
Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.
Adjust Your Usage
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,325
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$194
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.50
10L × ₩1.55
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 South Korea
How does the Ford Focus RS compare to similar cars available in South Korea?
Ford
Focus RS
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in South Korea
$16K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in South Korea
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in South Korea
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in South Korea
$8K
Annual costs estimated for South Korea market. Import duty (8%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇰🇷 Owning a Car in South Korea
Strong domestic brands keep costs lower.
Expensive for South Korea
Annual car costs = 50% of average South Korea income ($32K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$32K
In South Korea
Fuel Price
₩1.55/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
8%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Asia
Popular Car Brands in South Korea
Ford Focus RS in South Korea — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Ford Focus RS in South Korea.
The 2017 Ford Focus RS has a base price of $42,000 USD. In South Korea, after 8% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $49,896 USD (₩49,896 KRW).