2025 Lexus RZ 500eTrue Cost of Ownership in Japan
544 hp dual-motor all-electric SUV — 2025 Lexus RZ 500e. Full cost breakdown including import duty (0%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.45/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$72K
Base: $65K
Annual Total
$22K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$0
0% of base price
VAT
$7K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$184K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Lexus RZ 500e — Full Cost Breakdown in Japan
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $65K |
| Import Duty (0%) | $0 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $72K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $18K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $2K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $22K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $184K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.493 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lexus RZ 500e Fuel Cost Calculator — Japan
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Lexus RZ 500e runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Japan.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
Lexus RZ 500e Depreciation Curve
The Lexus RZ 500e loses approximately $37K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $65K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $47K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $40K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $35K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $31K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $28K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Lexus RZ 500e vs. Competitors in Japan
How does the Lexus RZ 500e compare to similar cars available in Japan?
Lexus
RZ 500e
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Japan
$22K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Japan
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Japan
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Japan
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Japan market. Import duty (0%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇯🇵 Owning a Car in Japan
Shaken inspection every 2 years: $1,200.
Expensive for Japan
Annual car costs = 59% of average Japan income ($38K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$38K
In Japan
Fuel Price
¥1.45/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
0%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Asia
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Lexus RZ 500e in Japan — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lexus RZ 500e in Japan.
The 2025 Lexus RZ 500e has a base price of $65,000 USD. In Japan, after 0% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $71,500 USD (¥71,500 JPY).