2024 Hyundai SonataTrue Cost of Ownership in Japan
191 hp turbocharged inline-4. 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
$12K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$0
0% of base price
VAT
$3K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$90K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Hyundai Sonata — 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 | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $2K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $12K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $90K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.805 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Hyundai Sonata Fuel Cost Calculator — Japan
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,740
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$145
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$11.60
8L × ¥1.45
Hyundai Sonata Depreciation Curve
The Hyundai Sonata loses approximately $15K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $27K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $21K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $18K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $16K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $14K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $12K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Hyundai Sonata vs. Competitors in Japan
How does the Hyundai Sonata compare to similar cars available in Japan?
Hyundai
Sonata
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Japan
$12K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Japan
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Japan
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Japan
$7K
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 = 32% 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 Sonata in Japan — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Hyundai Sonata in Japan.
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata 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).