2025 Mercedes-Benz S-ClassTrue Cost of Ownership in Chile
429 hp twin-turbo V8, flagship luxury sedan. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$145K
Base: $115K
Annual Total
$36K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
6% of base price
VAT
$23K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$325K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class — Full Cost Breakdown in Chile
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $115K |
| Import Duty (6%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $23K |
| Total Purchase Price | $145K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $4K |
| Annual Depreciation | $29K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $36K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $325K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.394 |
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 — Chile
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,890
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$158
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.60
12L × $1.05
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 Chile
How does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class compare to similar cars available in Chile?
Mercedes-Benz
S-Class
Base Price
$115K
Annual Cost in Chile
$36K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Chile
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Chile
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Chile
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Chile market. Import duty (6%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇱 Owning a Car in Chile
Low import tax, moderate running costs.
Very Expensive for Chile
Annual car costs = 224% of average Chile income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Chile
Fuel Price
$1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
6%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Chile — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Chile.
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a base price of $115,000 USD. In Chile, after 6% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $145,061 USD ($145,061 CLP).
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