2025 Perodua AtivaTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
98 hp turbocharged inline-3, popular Malaysian SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$26K
Base: $17K
Annual Total
$10K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
35% of base price
VAT
$3K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$75K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Perodua Ativa — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $17K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $26K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $990 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $3K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $10K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $75K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.662 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Perodua Ativa Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$990
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$83
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$6.60
6L × R$1.10
Perodua Ativa Depreciation Curve
The Perodua Ativa loses approximately $8K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $17K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $14K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $12K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $11K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $10K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $9K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
Perodua Ativa vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Perodua Ativa compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Perodua
Ativa
Base Price
$17K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$10K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$4K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 99% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Perodua Ativa in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Perodua Ativa in Brazil.
The 2025 Perodua Ativa has a base price of $17,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $25,704 USD (R$25,704 BRL).