2021 Praga R1True Cost of Ownership in Switzerland
220 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6.5%), VAT (7.7%), insurance, fuel at Fr1.6/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$235K
Base: $205K
Annual Total
$54K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$13K
6.5% of base price
VAT
$17K
7.7% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$506K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2021 Praga R1 — Full Cost Breakdown in Switzerland
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $205K |
| Import Duty (6.5%) | $13K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (7.7%) | $17K |
| Total Purchase Price | $235K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $4K |
| Annual Depreciation | $45K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $800 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $54K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $506K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $3.610 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Praga R1 Fuel Cost Calculator — Switzerland
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,400
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$200
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$16.00
10L × Fr1.60
Praga R1 Depreciation Curve
The Praga R1 loses approximately $103K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $205K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $160K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $139K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $123K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $111K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $103K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Praga R1 vs. Competitors in Switzerland
How does the Praga R1 compare to similar cars available in Switzerland?
Praga
R1
Base Price
$205K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$54K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Switzerland
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Switzerland market. Import duty (6.5%) and VAT (7.7%) applied to all models.
🇨🇭 Owning a Car in Switzerland
High insurance and fuel costs.
Expensive for Switzerland
Annual car costs = 64% of average Switzerland income ($85K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$85K
In Switzerland
Fuel Price
Fr1.60/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
6.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
7.7%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
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Praga R1 in Switzerland — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Praga R1 in Switzerland.
The 2021 Praga R1 has a base price of $205,000 USD. In Switzerland, after 6.5% import duty and 7.7% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $235,136 USD (Fr235,136 CHF).