2024 Lexus LC 500True Cost of Ownership in Mexico
471 hp NA V8. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$139K
Base: $100K
Annual Total
$33K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$20K
20% of base price
VAT
$19K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$303K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LC 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $100K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $20K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $19K |
| Total Purchase Price | $139K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $9K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $33K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $303K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.177 |
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 — Mexico
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,160
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$180
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$14.40
18L × $0.80
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 Mexico
How does the Lexus LC 500 compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Lexus
LC 500
Base Price
$100K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$33K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 327% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
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Lexus LC 500 in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LC 500 in Mexico.
The 2024 Lexus LC 500 has a base price of $100,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $139,200 USD ($139,200 MXN).