2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450True Cost of Ownership in United Kingdom
362 hp turbocharged inline-6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6.5%), VAT (20%), insurance, fuel at £1.75/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$115K
Base: $90K
Annual Total
$28K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
6.5% of base price
VAT
$19K
20% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$254K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 — Full Cost Breakdown in United Kingdom
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $90K |
| Import Duty (6.5%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (20%) | $19K |
| Total Purchase Price | $115K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $18K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $28K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $254K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.853 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Fuel Cost Calculator — United Kingdom
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,888
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$241
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$19.25
11L × £1.75
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 loses approximately $44K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $90K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $72K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $63K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $56K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $50K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $46K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 vs. Competitors in United Kingdom
How does the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 compare to similar cars available in United Kingdom?
Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450
Base Price
$90K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$28K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$7K
Annual costs estimated for United Kingdom market. Import duty (6.5%) and VAT (20%) applied to all models.
🇬🇧 Owning a Car in United Kingdom
ULEZ zones add costs in cities.
Expensive for United Kingdom
Annual car costs = 62% of average United Kingdom income ($45K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$45K
In United Kingdom
Fuel Price
£1.75/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
6.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
20%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Europe
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Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 in United Kingdom — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 in United Kingdom.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 has a base price of $90,000 USD. In United Kingdom, after 6.5% import duty and 20% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $115,020 USD (£115,020 GBP).
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