2024 Lexus LC 500True Cost of Ownership in Chile
471 hp NA V8. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$126K
Base: $100K
Annual Total
$35K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
6% of base price
VAT
$20K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$302K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LC 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Chile
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $100K |
| Import Duty (6%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $20K |
| Total Purchase Price | $126K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $11K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $35K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $302K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.350 |
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 — Chile
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,835
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$236
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$18.90
18L × $1.05
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 Chile
How does the Lexus LC 500 compare to similar cars available in Chile?
Lexus
LC 500
Base Price
$100K
Annual Cost in Chile
$35K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Chile
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Chile
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Chile
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Chile market. Import duty (6%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇱 Owning a Car in Chile
Low import tax, moderate running costs.
Very Expensive for Chile
Annual car costs = 220% of average Chile income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Chile
Fuel Price
$1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
6%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Lexus LC 500 in Chile — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LC 500 in Chile.
The 2024 Lexus LC 500 has a base price of $100,000 USD. In Chile, after 6% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $126,140 USD ($126,140 CLP).