2023 Lexus LS 500 F SportTrue Cost of Ownership in Australia
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$98K
Base: $85K
Annual Total
$33K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
5% of base price
VAT
$9K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$262K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Lexus LS 500 F Sport — 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) | $85K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $9K |
| Total Purchase Price | $98K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $6K |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $33K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $262K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.179 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS 500 F Sport Fuel Cost Calculator — Australia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,340
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$195
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.60
12L × A$1.30
Lexus LS 500 F Sport Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LS 500 F Sport loses approximately $46K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $85K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $64K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $55K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $48K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $43K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $39K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus LS 500 F Sport vs. Competitors in Australia
How does the Lexus LS 500 F Sport compare to similar cars available in Australia?
Lexus
LS 500 F Sport
Base Price
$85K
Annual Cost in Australia
$33K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Australia
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Australia
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Australia
$12K
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.
Expensive for Australia
Annual car costs = 63% 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
Popular Car Brands in Australia
Lexus LS 500 F Sport in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 F Sport in Australia.
The 2023 Lexus LS 500 F Sport has a base price of $85,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $98,175 USD (A$98,175 AUD).