2025 Hyundai Elantra HybridTrue Cost of Ownership in Japan
139 hp hybrid inline-4, fuel-efficient compact sedan — 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (0%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.45/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$30K
Base: $27K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$0
0% of base price
VAT
$3K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$83K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid — Full Cost Breakdown in Japan
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $27K |
| Import Duty (0%) | $0 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $30K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $900 |
| Annual Depreciation | $5K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $2K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $83K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.707 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Fuel Cost Calculator — Japan
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,305
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$109
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$8.70
6L × ¥1.45
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Depreciation Curve
The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid loses approximately $13K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $27K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $19K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $15K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $14K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid vs. Competitors in Japan
How does the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid compare to similar cars available in Japan?
Hyundai
Elantra Hybrid
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Japan
$11K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Japan
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Japan
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Japan
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Japan market. Import duty (0%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇯🇵 Owning a Car in Japan
Shaken inspection every 2 years: $1,200.
Moderate for Japan
Annual car costs = 28% of average Japan income ($38K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$38K
In Japan
Fuel Price
¥1.45/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
0%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Asia
Popular Car Brands in Japan
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid in Japan — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Hyundai Elantra Hybrid in Japan.
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has a base price of $27,000 USD. In Japan, after 0% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $29,700 USD (¥29,700 JPY).
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