2024 Mercedes-Benz GLATrue Cost of Ownership in Colombia
221 hp turbocharged inline-4, entry luxury SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $0.85/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$64K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$14K
35% of base price
VAT
$10K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$144K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA — Full Cost Breakdown in Colombia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $14K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $10K |
| Total Purchase Price | $64K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $144K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.065 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz GLA Fuel Cost Calculator — Colombia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,530
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$128
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$10.20
12L × $0.85
Mercedes-Benz GLA Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz GLA loses approximately $22K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $40K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $30K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $26K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $23K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $20K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $18K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Competitors in Colombia
How does the Mercedes-Benz GLA compare to similar cars available in Colombia?
Mercedes-Benz
GLA
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Colombia
$16K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Colombia
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Colombia
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Colombia
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Colombia market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇴 Owning a Car in Colombia
High import taxes on foreign vehicles.
Very Expensive for Colombia
Annual car costs = 228% of average Colombia income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In Colombia
Fuel Price
$0.85/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Colombia
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Colombia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz GLA in Colombia.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Colombia, after 35% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $64,260 USD ($64,260 COP).
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