2025 Lexus LX 700HTrue Cost of Ownership in China
Twin-turbo V6 hybrid, 409 hp, flagship full-size luxury SUV with Mark Levinson audio — 2025 Lexus LX 700h. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$169K
Base: $130K
Annual Total
$40K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$20K
15% of base price
VAT
$19K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$368K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Lexus LX 700H — Full Cost Breakdown in China
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $130K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $20K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $19K |
| Total Purchase Price | $169K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $33K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $40K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $368K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.654 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus LX 700H Fuel Cost Calculator — China
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,980
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$165
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.20
12L × ¥1.10
Lexus LX 700H Depreciation Curve
The Lexus LX 700H loses approximately $70K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $130K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $98K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $85K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $74K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $66K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $60K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Lexus LX 700H vs. Competitors in China
How does the Lexus LX 700H compare to similar cars available in China?
Lexus
LX 700H
Base Price
$130K
Annual Cost in China
$40K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in China
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in China
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in China
$12K
Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.
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Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 332% of average China income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In China
Fuel Price
¥1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
15%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
13%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Lexus LX 700H in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus LX 700H in China.
The 2025 Lexus LX 700H has a base price of $130,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $168,935 USD (¥168,935 CNY).