2024 Smart #3 BrabusTrue Cost of Ownership in Chile
422 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$57K
Base: $45K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
6% of base price
VAT
$9K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$134K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Smart #3 Brabus — Full Cost Breakdown in Chile
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $45K |
| Import Duty (6%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $9K |
| Total Purchase Price | $57K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $13K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $134K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.025 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Smart #3 Brabus Fuel Cost Calculator — Chile
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Smart #3 Brabus runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Chile.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
Smart #3 Brabus Depreciation Curve
The Smart #3 Brabus loses approximately $26K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $45K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $28K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Smart #3 Brabus vs. Competitors in Chile
How does the Smart #3 Brabus compare to similar cars available in Chile?
Smart
#3 Brabus
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Chile
$15K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Chile
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Chile market. Import duty (6%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇱 Owning a Car in Chile
Low import tax, moderate running costs.
Very Expensive for Chile
Annual car costs = 96% of average Chile income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Chile
Fuel Price
$1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
6%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Smart #3 Brabus in Chile — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Smart #3 Brabus in Chile.
The 2024 Smart #3 Brabus has a base price of $45,000 USD. In Chile, after 6% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $56,763 USD ($56,763 CLP).