2024 Lexus LS 500True Cost of Ownership in United States
416 hp twin-turbo V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (2.5%), VAT (0%), insurance, fuel at $0.95/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$82K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$29K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$2K
2.5% of base price
VAT
$0
0% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$229K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in United States
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $80K |
| Import Duty (2.5%) | $2K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (0%) | $0 |
| Total Purchase Price | $82K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $5K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $29K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $229K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.966 |
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 — United States
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,710
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$143
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$11.40
12L × $0.95
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 United States
How does the Lexus LS 500 compare to similar cars available in United States?
Lexus
LS 500
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in United States
$29K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in United States
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in United States
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in United States
$12K
Annual costs estimated for United States market. Import duty (2.5%) and VAT (0%) applied to all models.
🇺🇸 Owning a Car in United States
Cheapest fuel among developed nations. No federal VAT.
Expensive for United States
Annual car costs = 50% of average United States income ($59K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$59K
In United States
Fuel Price
$0.95/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
2.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
0%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
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Lexus LS 500 in United States — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500 in United States.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500 has a base price of $80,000 USD. In United States, after 2.5% import duty and 0% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $82,000 USD ($82,000 USD).