2026 Kia SoulTrue Cost of Ownership in Mexico
147 hp inline-4, popular urban crossover, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$35K
Base: $25K
Annual Total
$8K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$5K
20% of base price
VAT
$5K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$74K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Kia Soul — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $25K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $5K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $35K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $720 |
| Annual Maintenance | $675 |
| Annual Depreciation | $5K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $8K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $74K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.526 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Kia Soul Fuel Cost Calculator — Mexico
Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.
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Annual Fuel Cost
$720
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$60
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$4.80
6L × $0.80
Kia Soul Depreciation Curve
The Kia Soul loses approximately $12K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $25K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $20K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $18K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $16K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $14K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $13K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Kia Soul vs. Competitors in Mexico
How does the Kia Soul compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Kia
Soul
Base Price
$25K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$8K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 79% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
Popular Car Brands in Mexico
Kia Soul in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Kia Soul in Mexico.
The 2026 Kia Soul has a base price of $25,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $34,800 USD ($34,800 MXN).