2024 Mercedes-Benz GLATrue Cost of Ownership in Mexico
221 hp turbocharged inline-4, entry luxury SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$56K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
20% of base price
VAT
$8K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$135K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $8K |
| Total Purchase Price | $56K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $135K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.063 |
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 — Mexico
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,440
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$120
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.60
12L × $0.80
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 Mexico
How does the Mercedes-Benz GLA compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Mercedes-Benz
GLA
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$16K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 159% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
Popular Car Brands in Mexico
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz GLA in Mexico.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $55,680 USD ($55,680 MXN).