2024 Hyundai Santa CruzTrue Cost of Ownership in Philippines
281 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at ₱1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$51K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$11K
30% of base price
VAT
$5K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$106K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz — Full Cost Breakdown in Philippines
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $11K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $51K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $964 |
| Annual Depreciation | $7K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $550 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $106K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.733 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Hyundai Santa Cruz Fuel Cost Calculator — Philippines
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,733
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$144
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$11.55
11L × ₱1.05
Hyundai Santa Cruz Depreciation Curve
The Hyundai Santa Cruz loses approximately $17K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $35K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $28K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $25K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $22K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $20K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $18K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Hyundai Santa Cruz vs. Competitors in Philippines
How does the Hyundai Santa Cruz compare to similar cars available in Philippines?
Hyundai
Santa Cruz
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$11K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Philippines market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
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Traffic congestion increases fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Philippines
Annual car costs = 314% of average Philippines income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Philippines
Fuel Price
₱1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Asia
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Hyundai Santa Cruz in Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Hyundai Santa Cruz in Philippines.
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Philippines, after 30% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $50,960 USD (₱50,960 PHP).