2021 Polestar Polestar 1True Cost of Ownership in Egypt
619 hp hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (40%), VAT (14%), insurance, fuel at E£0.38/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$247K
Base: $155K
Annual Total
$45K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$62K
40% of base price
VAT
$30K
14% applied
Annual Insurance
$450
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$472K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2021 Polestar Polestar 1 — Full Cost Breakdown in Egypt
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $155K |
| Import Duty (40%) | $62K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (14%) | $30K |
| Total Purchase Price | $247K |
| Annual Insurance | $450 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $386 |
| Annual Depreciation | $43K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $650 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $45K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $472K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.992 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Polestar Polestar 1 Fuel Cost Calculator — Egypt
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Polestar Polestar 1 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Egypt.
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Polestar Polestar 1 Depreciation Curve
The Polestar Polestar 1 loses approximately $88K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $155K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $112K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $96K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $84K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $74K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $67K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Polestar Polestar 1 vs. Competitors in Egypt
How does the Polestar Polestar 1 compare to similar cars available in Egypt?
Polestar
Polestar 1
Base Price
$155K
Annual Cost in Egypt
$45K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Egypt
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Egypt
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Egypt
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Egypt market. Import duty (40%) and VAT (14%) applied to all models.
🇪🇬 Owning a Car in Egypt
Heavily subsidized fuel.
Very Expensive for Egypt
Annual car costs = 1282% of average Egypt income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Egypt
Fuel Price
E£0.38/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$450
Per year
Import Duty
40%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
14%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Polestar Polestar 1 in Egypt — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Polestar Polestar 1 in Egypt.
The 2021 Polestar Polestar 1 has a base price of $155,000 USD. In Egypt, after 40% import duty and 14% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $247,380 USD (E£247,380 EGP).