2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500True Cost of Ownership in Australia
188 hp turbocharged diesel inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$64K
Base: $55K
Annual Total
$19K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
5% of base price
VAT
$6K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$156K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 — 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) | $55K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $64K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $10K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $19K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $156K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.236 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Fuel Cost Calculator — Australia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,535
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$211
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,950L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$16.90
13L × A$1.30
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 loses approximately $25K (46%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $55K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $45K | 82% |
| Year 2 | $40K | 73% |
| Year 3 | $36K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $32K | 59% |
| Year 5 | $30K | 54% |
Depreciation based on truck segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 vs. Competitors in Australia
How does the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 compare to similar cars available in Australia?
Mercedes-Benz
Sprinter 3500
Base Price
$55K
Annual Cost in Australia
$19K
Ford
F-150
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Australia
$9K
Chevrolet
Silverado
Base Price
$34K
Annual Cost in Australia
$8K
Toyota
Tacoma
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Australia
$8K
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.
Moderate for Australia
Annual car costs = 36% 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 Sprinter 3500 in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 in Australia.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 has a base price of $55,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $63,525 USD (A$63,525 AUD).
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