2026 Lexus LSTrue Cost of Ownership in Venezuela
416 hp twin-turbo V6, flagship luxury sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at Bs0.01/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$116K
Base: $83K
Annual Total
$21K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$17K
20% of base price
VAT
$16K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$100
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$222K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Lexus LS — Full Cost Breakdown in Venezuela
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $83K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $17K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $16K |
| Total Purchase Price | $116K |
| Annual Insurance | $100 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $18 |
| Annual Maintenance | $286 |
| Annual Depreciation | $21K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $70 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $21K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $222K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.415 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LS Fuel Cost Calculator — Venezuela
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Annual Fuel Cost
$18
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$2
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$0.12
12L × Bs0.01
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 Venezuela
How does the Lexus LS compare to similar cars available in Venezuela?
Lexus
LS
Base Price
$83K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$21K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Venezuela
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Venezuela market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇻🇪 Owning a Car in Venezuela
Near-free fuel but economic instability.
Very Expensive for Venezuela
Annual car costs = 1179% of average Venezuela income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Venezuela
Fuel Price
Bs0.01/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$100
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Lexus LS in Venezuela — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LS in Venezuela.
The 2026 Lexus LS has a base price of $83,000 USD. In Venezuela, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $115,536 USD (Bs115,536 VES).