2026 Lexus ISTrue Cost of Ownership in Venezuela
241 hp turbocharged inline-4, compact luxury sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at Bs0.01/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$61K
Base: $44K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$9K
20% of base price
VAT
$8K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$100
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$119K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Lexus IS — Full Cost Breakdown in Venezuela
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $44K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $9K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $61K |
| Annual Insurance | $100 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $18 |
| Annual Maintenance | $286 |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $70 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $119K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.765 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus IS Fuel Cost Calculator — Venezuela
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Annual Fuel Cost
$18
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$2
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$0.12
12L × Bs0.01
Lexus IS Depreciation Curve
The Lexus IS loses approximately $24K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $44K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $33K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $25K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $20K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus IS vs. Competitors in Venezuela
How does the Lexus IS compare to similar cars available in Venezuela?
Lexus
IS
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$11K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Venezuela market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇻🇪 Owning a Car in Venezuela
Near-free fuel but economic instability.
Very Expensive for Venezuela
Annual car costs = 637% of average Venezuela income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Venezuela
Fuel Price
Bs0.01/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$100
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Lexus IS in Venezuela — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus IS in Venezuela.
The 2026 Lexus IS has a base price of $44,000 USD. In Venezuela, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $61,248 USD (Bs61,248 VES).