2024 Lexus LC 500True Cost of Ownership in Argentina
471 hp NA V8. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$163K
Base: $100K
Annual Total
$33K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$35K
35% of base price
VAT
$28K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$329K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LC 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $100K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $35K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $28K |
| Total Purchase Price | $163K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $10K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $33K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $329K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.214 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LC 500 Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,755
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$146
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$11.70
18L × $0.65
Lexus LC 500 Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LC 500 loses approximately $44K (44%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $100K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $80K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $72K | 72% |
| Year 3 | $65K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $60K | 60% |
| Year 5 | $56K | 56% |
Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.
Lexus LC 500 vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Lexus LC 500 compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Lexus
LC 500
Base Price
$100K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$33K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 302% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Lexus LC 500 in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LC 500 in Argentina.
The 2024 Lexus LC 500 has a base price of $100,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $163,350 USD ($163,350 ARS).