2026 Lexus LSTrue Cost of Ownership in UAE
416 hp twin-turbo V6, flagship luxury sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (5%), insurance, fuel at د.إ0.42/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$92K
Base: $83K
Annual Total
$27K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
5% of base price
VAT
$4K
5% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$226K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Lexus LS — Full Cost Breakdown in UAE
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $83K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (5%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $92K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $756 |
| Annual Maintenance | $4K |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $200 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $27K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $226K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.794 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS Fuel Cost Calculator — UAE
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Annual Fuel Cost
$756
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$63
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$5.04
12L × د.إ0.42
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 UAE
How does the Lexus LS compare to similar cars available in UAE?
Lexus
LS
Base Price
$83K
Annual Cost in UAE
$27K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in UAE
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in UAE
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in UAE
$12K
Annual costs estimated for UAE market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (5%) applied to all models.
🇦🇪 Owning a Car in UAE
No road tax. Cheapest fuel in developed world.
Expensive for UAE
Annual car costs = 63% of average UAE income ($43K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$43K
In UAE
Fuel Price
د.إ0.42/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
5%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Middle East
Popular Car Brands in UAE
Lexus LS in UAE — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS in UAE.
The 2026 Lexus LS has a base price of $83,000 USD. In UAE, after 5% import duty and 5% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $91,508 USD (د.إ91,508 AED).