2025 Kia SeltosTrue Cost of Ownership in Argentina
146 hp turbocharged inline-4, popular compact SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$44K
Base: $27K
Annual Total
$8K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$9K
35% of base price
VAT
$8K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$86K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Kia Seltos — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $27K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $9K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $44K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $585 |
| Annual Maintenance | $739 |
| Annual Depreciation | $5K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $8K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $86K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.555 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Kia Seltos Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$585
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$49
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$3.90
6L × $0.65
Kia Seltos Depreciation Curve
The Kia Seltos 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.
Kia Seltos vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Kia Seltos compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Kia
Seltos
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 76% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Kia Seltos in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Kia Seltos in Argentina.
The 2025 Kia Seltos has a base price of $27,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $44,105 USD ($44,105 ARS).