2024 Lexus LC 500True Cost of Ownership in South Africa
471 hp NA V8. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$144K
Base: $100K
Annual Total
$38K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$25K
25% of base price
VAT
$19K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$333K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LC 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $100K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $25K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $19K |
| Total Purchase Price | $144K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $13K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $38K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $333K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.524 |
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 — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,105
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$259
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$20.70
18L × R1.15
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 South Africa
How does the Lexus LC 500 compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
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LC 500
Base Price
$100K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$38K
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911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$35K
McLaren
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Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$40K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 541% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Lexus LC 500 in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LC 500 in South Africa.
The 2024 Lexus LC 500 has a base price of $100,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $143,750 USD (R143,750 ZAR).