2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in Mexico
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$111K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$26K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$16K
20% of base price
VAT
$15K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$241K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $80K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $16K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $15K |
| Total Purchase Price | $111K |
| 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 | $241K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.729 |
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 — Mexico
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,440
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$120
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.60
12L × $0.80
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 Mexico
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$26K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 259% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
Popular Car Brands in Mexico
Lexus LS 500 in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in Mexico.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $111,360 USD ($111,360 MXN).