2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in Germany
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at €1.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$105K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$31K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
10% of base price
VAT
$17K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$260K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Germany
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $80K |
| Import Duty (10%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $17K |
| Total Purchase Price | $105K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $5K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $31K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $260K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.072 |
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 — Germany
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,240
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$270
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$21.60
12L × €1.80
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 Germany
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in Germany?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Germany
$31K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Germany
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Germany
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Germany
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Germany market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇩🇪 Owning a Car in Germany
No highway speed limits. High fuel taxes.
Expensive for Germany
Annual car costs = 62% of average Germany income ($50K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$50K
In Germany
Fuel Price
€1.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Germany
Lexus LS 500 in Germany — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in Germany.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In Germany, after 10% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $104,720 USD (€104,720 EUR).