2026 Lexus LSTrue Cost of Ownership in Hungary
416 hp twin-turbo V6, flagship luxury sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (27%), insurance, fuel at Ft1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$116K
Base: $83K
Annual Total
$28K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
10% of base price
VAT
$25K
27% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$255K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Lexus LS — Full Cost Breakdown in Hungary
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $83K |
| Import Duty (10%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (27%) | $25K |
| Total Purchase Price | $116K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $350 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $28K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $255K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.857 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS Fuel Cost Calculator — Hungary
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,700
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$225
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$18.00
12L × Ft1.50
Lexus LS Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LS loses approximately $45K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $83K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $62K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $54K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $47K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $42K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $38K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus LS vs. Competitors in Hungary
How does the Lexus LS compare to similar cars available in Hungary?
Lexus
LS
Base Price
$83K
Annual Cost in Hungary
$28K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Hungary
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Hungary
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Hungary
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Hungary market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (27%) applied to all models.
🇭🇺 Owning a Car in Hungary
Affordable Eastern European market.
Very Expensive for Hungary
Annual car costs = 174% of average Hungary income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Hungary
Fuel Price
Ft1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
27%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Hungary
Lexus LS in Hungary — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS in Hungary.
The 2026 Lexus LS has a base price of $83,000 USD. In Hungary, after 10% import duty and 27% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $115,951 USD (Ft115,951 HUF).