2024 Lexus LS 500hTrue Cost of Ownership in Italy
354 hp hybrid V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (22%), insurance, fuel at €1.9/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$114K
Base: $85K
Annual Total
$35K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$9K
10% of base price
VAT
$21K
22% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$289K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Lexus LS 500h — Full Cost Breakdown in Italy
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $85K |
| Import Duty (10%) | $9K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (22%) | $21K |
| Total Purchase Price | $114K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $7K |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $35K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $289K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.335 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS 500h Fuel Cost Calculator — Italy
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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 × €1.90
Lexus LS 500h Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LS 500h loses approximately $46K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $85K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $64K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $55K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $48K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $43K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $39K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus LS 500h vs. Competitors in Italy
How does the Lexus LS 500h compare to similar cars available in Italy?
Lexus
LS 500h
Base Price
$85K
Annual Cost in Italy
$35K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Italy
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Italy
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Italy
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Italy market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (22%) applied to all models.
🇮🇹 Owning a Car in Italy
ZTL restricted zones in historic city centers.
Very Expensive for Italy
Annual car costs = 100% of average Italy income ($35K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$35K
In Italy
Fuel Price
€1.90/L
Diesel dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
22%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Italy
Lexus LS 500h in Italy — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS 500h in Italy.
The 2024 Lexus LS 500h has a base price of $85,000 USD. In Italy, after 10% import duty and 22% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $114,070 USD (€114,070 EUR).