2025 Rivian R1T PerformanceTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
All-electric pickup truck, 835 hp quad-motor AWD, 0-60 in 3.0s, 505 km range — 2025 Rivian R1T Performance. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$88K
Base: $73K
Annual Total
$24K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
5% of base price
VAT
$11K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$210K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Rivian R1T Performance — 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) | $73K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $11K |
| Total Purchase Price | $88K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $20K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $24K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $210K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.626 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Rivian R1T Performance Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Rivian R1T Performance runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in New Zealand.
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Rivian R1T Performance Depreciation Curve
The Rivian R1T Performance loses approximately $42K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $73K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $53K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $45K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $39K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $35K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $31K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Rivian R1T Performance vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Rivian R1T Performance compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
Rivian
R1T Performance
Base Price
$73K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$24K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
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.
Expensive for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 58% 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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Rivian R1T Performance in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Rivian R1T Performance in New Zealand.
The 2025 Rivian R1T Performance has a base price of $73,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $88,148 USD (NZ$88,148 NZD).
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