2026 Lexus ESTrue Cost of Ownership in Singapore
302 hp NA V6, popular luxury sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (41%), VAT (9%), insurance, fuel at S$1.9/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$71K
Base: $46K
Annual Total
$35K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$19K
41% of base price
VAT
$6K
9% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$246K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Lexus ES — Full Cost Breakdown in Singapore
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $46K |
| Import Duty (41%) | $19K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (9%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $71K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $12K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $9K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $35K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $246K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.341 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus ES Fuel Cost Calculator — Singapore
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,420
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$285
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$22.80
12L × S$1.90
Lexus ES Depreciation Curve
The Lexus ES loses approximately $25K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $46K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $35K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $30K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $26K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $23K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $21K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus ES vs. Competitors in Singapore
How does the Lexus ES compare to similar cars available in Singapore?
Lexus
ES
Base Price
$46K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$35K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Singapore market. Import duty (41%) and VAT (9%) applied to all models.
🇸🇬 Owning a Car in Singapore
COE system adds $50K–$100K to car cost.
Expensive for Singapore
Annual car costs = 61% of average Singapore income ($58K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$58K
In Singapore
Fuel Price
S$1.90/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
41%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
9%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Lexus ES in Singapore — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus ES in Singapore.
The 2026 Lexus ES has a base price of $46,000 USD. In Singapore, after 41% import duty and 9% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $70,697 USD (S$70,697 SGD).