2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in Singapore
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (41%), VAT (9%), insurance, fuel at S$1.9/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$123K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$44K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$33K
41% of base price
VAT
$10K
9% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$341K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Singapore
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $80K |
| Import Duty (41%) | $33K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (9%) | $10K |
| Total Purchase Price | $123K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $9K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $44K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $341K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.908 |
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 — Singapore
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,420
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$285
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$22.80
12L × S$1.90
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 Singapore
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in Singapore?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$44K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Singapore
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Singapore market. Import duty (41%) and VAT (9%) applied to all models.
🇸🇬 Owning a Car in Singapore
COE system adds $50K–$100K to car cost.
Very Expensive for Singapore
Annual car costs = 75% of average Singapore income ($58K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$58K
In Singapore
Fuel Price
S$1.90/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
41%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
9%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Lexus LS 500 in Singapore — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in Singapore.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In Singapore, after 41% import duty and 9% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $122,952 USD (S$122,952 SGD).