2024 Lexus LC 500True Cost of Ownership in Australia
471 hp NA V8. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$116K
Base: $100K
Annual Total
$45K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$5K
5% of base price
VAT
$11K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$339K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LC 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Australia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $100K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $5K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $11K |
| Total Purchase Price | $116K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $4K |
| Annual Maintenance | $18K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $45K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $339K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.974 |
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 — Australia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,510
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$293
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$23.40
18L × A$1.30
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 Australia
How does the Lexus LC 500 compare to similar cars available in Australia?
Lexus
LC 500
Base Price
$100K
Annual Cost in Australia
$45K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Australia
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Australia
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Australia
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Australia market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇦🇺 Owning a Car in Australia
Long distances increase fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Australia
Annual car costs = 86% of average Australia income ($52K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$52K
In Australia
Fuel Price
A$1.30/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
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Lexus LC 500 in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LC 500 in Australia.
The 2024 Lexus LC 500 has a base price of $100,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $115,500 USD (A$115,500 AUD).