1992 Isuzu Impulse RSTrue Cost of Ownership in United States
160 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (2.5%), VAT (0%), insurance, fuel at $0.95/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$10K
Base: $10K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$250
2.5% of base price
VAT
$0
0% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$57K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1992 Isuzu Impulse RS — Full Cost Breakdown in United States
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $10K |
| Import Duty (2.5%) | $250 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (0%) | $0 |
| Total Purchase Price | $10K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $2K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $57K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.625 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Isuzu Impulse RS Fuel Cost Calculator — United States
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,425
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$119
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.50
10L × $0.95
Isuzu Impulse RS Depreciation Curve
The Isuzu Impulse RS loses approximately $5K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $10K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $8K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $7K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $6K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $5K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $5K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Isuzu Impulse RS vs. Competitors in United States
How does the Isuzu Impulse RS compare to similar cars available in United States?
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Base Price
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Annual Cost in United States
$9K
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Base Price
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Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in United States
$14K
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Base Price
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Annual Cost in United States
$8K
Annual costs estimated for United States market. Import duty (2.5%) and VAT (0%) applied to all models.
🇺🇸 Owning a Car in United States
Cheapest fuel among developed nations. No federal VAT.
Affordable for United States
Annual car costs = 16% of average United States income ($59K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$59K
In United States
Fuel Price
$0.95/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
2.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
0%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
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Isuzu Impulse RS in United States — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Isuzu Impulse RS in United States.
The 1992 Isuzu Impulse RS has a base price of $10,000 USD. In United States, after 2.5% import duty and 0% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $10,250 USD ($10,250 USD).