2024 Ford Transit ConnectTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
162 hp turbocharged inline-4, popular compact van. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$34K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$1K
5% of base price
VAT
$4K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$86K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Ford Transit Connect — 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) | $28K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $1K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $34K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $86K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.700 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Ford Transit Connect Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,350
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$113
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.00
6L × NZ$1.50
Ford Transit Connect Depreciation Curve
The Ford Transit Connect loses approximately $14K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $20K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $16K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $14K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Ford Transit Connect vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Ford Transit Connect compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Ford
Transit Connect
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$11K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$4K
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 = 25% 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
Ford Transit Connect in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Ford Transit Connect in New Zealand.
The 2024 Ford Transit Connect has a base price of $28,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $33,810 USD (NZ$33,810 NZD).