2019 Renault Clio RSTrue Cost of Ownership in Romania
220 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at lei1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$33K
Base: $25K
Annual Total
$10K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
10% of base price
VAT
$5K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$85K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2019 Renault Clio RS — Full Cost Breakdown in Romania
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $25K |
| Import Duty (10%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $33K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $10K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $85K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.698 |
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 — Romania
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,025
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$169
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$13.50
10L × lei1.35
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 Romania
How does the Renault Clio RS compare to similar cars available in Romania?
Renault
Clio RS
Base Price
$25K
Annual Cost in Romania
$10K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Romania
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Romania
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Romania
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Romania market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇷🇴 Owning a Car in Romania
One of cheapest EU countries for car ownership.
Very Expensive for Romania
Annual car costs = 75% of average Romania income ($14K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$14K
In Romania
Fuel Price
lei1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Renault Clio RS in Romania — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Renault Clio RS in Romania.
The 2019 Renault Clio RS has a base price of $25,000 USD. In Romania, after 10% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $32,725 USD (lei32,725 RON).