2023 Rivian R1S AdventureTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
835 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$97K
Base: $80K
Annual Total
$30K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
5% of base price
VAT
$13K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$248K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Rivian R1S Adventure — 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) | $80K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $13K |
| Total Purchase Price | $97K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $5K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $30K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $248K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.016 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Rivian R1S Adventure Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,700
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$225
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$18.00
12L × NZ$1.50
Rivian R1S Adventure Depreciation Curve
The Rivian R1S Adventure loses approximately $43K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $80K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $60K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $52K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $46K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $41K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $37K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Rivian R1S Adventure vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Rivian R1S Adventure compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Rivian
R1S Adventure
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$30K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$12K
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.
Very Expensive for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 72% 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
Popular Car Brands in New Zealand
Rivian R1S Adventure in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Rivian R1S Adventure in New Zealand.
The 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure has a base price of $80,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $96,600 USD (NZ$96,600 NZD).