2023 Lixiang L9True Cost of Ownership in Argentina
449 hp hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$95K
Base: $58K
Annual Total
$19K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$20K
35% of base price
VAT
$16K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$189K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Lixiang L9 — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $58K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $20K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $16K |
| Total Purchase Price | $95K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $986 |
| Annual Depreciation | $16K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $19K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $189K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.255 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lixiang L9 Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Lixiang L9 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Argentina.
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Lixiang L9 Depreciation Curve
The Lixiang L9 loses approximately $33K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $58K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $42K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $36K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $31K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $28K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $25K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Lixiang L9 vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Lixiang L9 compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Lixiang
L9
Base Price
$58K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$19K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 171% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Lixiang L9 in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lixiang L9 in Argentina.
The 2023 Lixiang L9 has a base price of $58,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $94,743 USD ($94,743 ARS).