2024 Lexus ES 350True Cost of Ownership in Brazil
302 hp NA V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$68K
Base: $45K
Annual Total
$25K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$16K
35% of base price
VAT
$7K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$192K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus ES 350 — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $45K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $16K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $68K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $25K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $192K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.650 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus ES 350 Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,980
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$165
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.20
12L × R$1.10
Lexus ES 350 Depreciation Curve
The Lexus ES 350 loses approximately $24K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $45K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $34K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $26K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $23K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $21K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus ES 350 vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Lexus ES 350 compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Lexus
ES 350
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$25K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 247% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Lexus ES 350 in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus ES 350 in Brazil.
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 has a base price of $45,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $68,040 USD (R$68,040 BRL).