2024 Infiniti QX55True Cost of Ownership in South Africa
268 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$72K
Base: $50K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$13K
25% of base price
VAT
$9K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$151K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Infiniti QX55 — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $50K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $13K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $9K |
| Total Purchase Price | $72K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $151K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.048 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Infiniti QX55 Fuel Cost Calculator — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,897
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$158
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.65
11L × R1.15
Infiniti QX55 Depreciation Curve
The Infiniti QX55 loses approximately $25K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $50K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $40K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $35K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $31K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $28K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $26K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Infiniti QX55 vs. Competitors in South Africa
How does the Infiniti QX55 compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
Infiniti
QX55
Base Price
$50K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$16K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 225% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Infiniti QX55 in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Infiniti QX55 in South Africa.
The 2024 Infiniti QX55 has a base price of $50,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $71,875 USD (R71,875 ZAR).