2024 Maxus D90True Cost of Ownership in South Africa
163 hp turbocharged diesel inline-4, popular Chinese SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$43K
Base: $30K
Annual Total
$12K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
25% of base price
VAT
$6K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$102K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Maxus D90 — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $30K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $43K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $12K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $102K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.782 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Maxus D90 Fuel Cost Calculator — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,897
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$158
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.65
11L × R1.15
Maxus D90 Depreciation Curve
The Maxus D90 loses approximately $15K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $30K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $24K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $21K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $19K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $17K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $15K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Maxus D90 vs. Competitors in South Africa
How does the Maxus D90 compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
Maxus
D90
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$12K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 168% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Africa
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Maxus D90 in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Maxus D90 in South Africa.
The 2024 Maxus D90 has a base price of $30,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $43,125 USD (R43,125 ZAR).