2019 Renault Clio RSTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
220 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$30K
Base: $25K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$1K
5% of base price
VAT
$4K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$97K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2019 Renault Clio RS — 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) | $25K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $1K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $30K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $97K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.891 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Renault Clio RS Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$188
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.00
10L × NZ$1.50
Renault Clio RS Depreciation Curve
The Renault Clio RS loses approximately $13K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $25K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $20K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $17K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $15K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $14K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $13K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Renault Clio RS vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Renault Clio RS compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Renault
Clio RS
Base Price
$25K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$13K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$8K
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 = 32% 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
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Renault Clio RS in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Renault Clio RS in New Zealand.
The 2019 Renault Clio RS has a base price of $25,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $30,188 USD (NZ$30,188 NZD).