2023 Mercedes-Benz G 500True Cost of Ownership in Brazil
422 hp twin-turbo inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$219K
Base: $145K
Annual Total
$36K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$51K
35% of base price
VAT
$23K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$399K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Mercedes-Benz G 500 — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $145K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $51K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $23K |
| Total Purchase Price | $219K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $4K |
| Annual Depreciation | $26K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $36K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $399K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.393 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz G 500 Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,145
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$179
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,950L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$14.30
13L × R$1.10
Mercedes-Benz G 500 Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz G 500 loses approximately $67K (46%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $145K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $119K | 82% |
| Year 2 | $106K | 73% |
| Year 3 | $94K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $86K | 59% |
| Year 5 | $78K | 54% |
Depreciation based on truck segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz G 500 vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Mercedes-Benz G 500 compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Mercedes-Benz
G 500
Base Price
$145K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$36K
Ford
F-150
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$9K
Chevrolet
Silverado
Base Price
$34K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Toyota
Tacoma
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 359% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Mercedes-Benz G 500 in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz G 500 in Brazil.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 500 has a base price of $145,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $219,240 USD (R$219,240 BRL).