2023 Nissan Maxima PlatinumTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
300 hp V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$51K
Base: $42K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$2K
5% of base price
VAT
$7K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$127K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Nissan Maxima Platinum — Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $42K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $2K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $51K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $127K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.016 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Nissan Maxima Platinum Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,800
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$150
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.00
8L × NZ$1.50
Nissan Maxima Platinum Depreciation Curve
The Nissan Maxima Platinum loses approximately $23K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $42K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $33K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $28K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $21K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Nissan Maxima Platinum vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Nissan Maxima Platinum compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Nissan
Maxima Platinum
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$15K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇳🇿 Owning a Car in New Zealand
High fuel prices relative to income.
Moderate for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 36% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$42K
In New Zealand
Fuel Price
NZ$1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
Popular Car Brands in New Zealand
Nissan Maxima Platinum in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Nissan Maxima Platinum in New Zealand.
The 2023 Nissan Maxima Platinum has a base price of $42,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $50,715 USD (NZ$50,715 NZD).
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