2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in Sweden
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (25%), insurance, fuel at kr1.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$110K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$30K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
10% of base price
VAT
$22K
25% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$262K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Sweden
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 (25%) | $22K |
| Total Purchase Price | $110K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $5K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $30K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $262K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.023 |
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 — Sweden
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,970
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$248
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$19.80
12L × kr1.65
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 Sweden
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in Sweden?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Sweden
$30K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Sweden
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Sweden
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Sweden
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Sweden market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (25%) applied to all models.
🇸🇪 Owning a Car in Sweden
Carbon tax adds significantly to fuel costs.
Expensive for Sweden
Annual car costs = 58% of average Sweden income ($52K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$52K
In Sweden
Fuel Price
kr1.65/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
25%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Sweden
Lexus LS 500 in Sweden — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in Sweden.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In Sweden, after 10% import duty and 25% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $110,000 USD (kr110,000 SEK).