2026 Mercedes-Benz GLETrue Cost of Ownership in Argentina
362 hp turbocharged inline-6, mid-size luxury SUV, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$105K
Base: $64K
Annual Total
$22K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$22K
35% of base price
VAT
$18K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$215K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $64K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $22K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $18K |
| Total Purchase Price | $105K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $16K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $22K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $215K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.470 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz GLE Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,170
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$98
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$7.80
12L × $0.65
Mercedes-Benz GLE Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz GLE loses approximately $35K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $64K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $48K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $42K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $36K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $33K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $29K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Mercedes-Benz GLE compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Mercedes-Benz
GLE
Base Price
$64K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$22K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 201% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Mercedes-Benz GLE in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz GLE in Argentina.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE has a base price of $64,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $104,544 USD ($104,544 ARS).
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