2023 Lexus LS 500 F SportTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$129K
Base: $85K
Annual Total
$35K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$30K
35% of base price
VAT
$14K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$302K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Lexus LS 500 F Sport — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $85K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $30K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $14K |
| Total Purchase Price | $129K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $35K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $302K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.316 |
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 — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,980
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$165
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.20
12L × R$1.10
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 Brazil
How does the Lexus LS 500 F Sport compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Lexus
LS 500 F Sport
Base Price
$85K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$35K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 347% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Lexus LS 500 F Sport in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 F Sport in Brazil.
The 2023 Lexus LS 500 F Sport has a base price of $85,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $128,520 USD (R$128,520 BRL).