2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in Argentina
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$131K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$26K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$28K
35% of base price
VAT
$23K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$261K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $80K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $28K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $23K |
| Total Purchase Price | $131K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $26K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $261K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.737 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS 500 Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,170
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$98
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$7.80
12L × $0.65
Lexus LS 500 Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LS 500 loses approximately $43K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $80K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $60K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $52K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $46K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $41K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $37K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus LS 500 vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$26K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 237% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Lexus LS 500 in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in Argentina.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $130,680 USD ($130,680 ARS).