2024 Maruti Suzuki DzireTrue Cost of Ownership in Kenya
90 hp inline-4, popular Indian sedan. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$15K
Base: $10K
Annual Total
$5K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
25% of base price
VAT
$2K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$38K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire — Full Cost Breakdown in Kenya
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $10K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $2K |
| Total Purchase Price | $15K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $482 |
| Annual Depreciation | $2K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $5K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $38K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.316 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire Fuel Cost Calculator — Kenya
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,215
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$101
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$8.10
6L × KSh1.35
Maruti Suzuki Dzire Depreciation Curve
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire loses approximately $5K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $10K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $8K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $7K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $6K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $6K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $5K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire vs. Competitors in Kenya
How does the Maruti Suzuki Dzire compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
Maruti Suzuki
Dzire
Base Price
$10K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$5K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Kenya market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇰🇪 Owning a Car in Kenya
Used Japanese imports dominate market.
Very Expensive for Kenya
Annual car costs = 216% of average Kenya income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Kenya
Fuel Price
KSh1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Africa
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Maruti Suzuki Dzire in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Maruti Suzuki Dzire in Kenya.
The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire has a base price of $10,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $14,500 USD (KSh14,500 KES).