2025 Mercedes-Benz S-ClassTrue Cost of Ownership in Australia
429 hp twin-turbo V8, flagship luxury sedan. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$133K
Base: $115K
Annual Total
$40K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
5% of base price
VAT
$12K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$334K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class — Full Cost Breakdown in Australia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $115K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $12K |
| Total Purchase Price | $133K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $6K |
| Annual Depreciation | $29K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $40K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $334K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.679 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Fuel Cost Calculator — Australia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,340
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$195
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.60
12L × A$1.30
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses approximately $62K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $115K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $86K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $75K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $66K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $59K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $53K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Competitors in Australia
How does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class compare to similar cars available in Australia?
Mercedes-Benz
S-Class
Base Price
$115K
Annual Cost in Australia
$40K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Australia
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Australia
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Australia
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Australia market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇦🇺 Owning a Car in Australia
Long distances increase fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Australia
Annual car costs = 77% of average Australia income ($52K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$52K
In Australia
Fuel Price
A$1.30/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Australia.
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a base price of $115,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $132,825 USD (A$132,825 AUD).
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