2025 Mercedes-Benz GLBTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
221 hp turbocharged inline-4, compact luxury SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$67K
Base: $44K
Annual Total
$24K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$15K
35% of base price
VAT
$7K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$189K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB — 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) | $44K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $15K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $67K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $24K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $189K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.633 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz GLB Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,980
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$165
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.20
12L × R$1.10
Mercedes-Benz GLB Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz GLB loses approximately $24K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $44K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $33K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $25K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $20K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz GLB vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Mercedes-Benz GLB compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Mercedes-Benz
GLB
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$24K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
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 = 245% 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 GLB in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz GLB in Brazil.
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB has a base price of $44,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $66,528 USD (R$66,528 BRL).