2025 Lexus ISTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
241 hp turbocharged inline-4, compact luxury sedan. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$64K
Base: $42K
Annual Total
$24K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$15K
35% of base price
VAT
$7K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$183K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Lexus IS — 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) | $42K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $15K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $64K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $24K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $183K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.600 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus IS 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 IS Depreciation Curve
The Lexus IS loses approximately $23K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $42K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $27K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $21K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus IS vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Lexus IS compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Lexus
IS
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$24K
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 = 240% 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 IS in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus IS in Brazil.
The 2025 Lexus IS has a base price of $42,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $63,504 USD (R$63,504 BRL).