2024 Smart #3 BrabusTrue Cost of Ownership in China
422 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$58K
Base: $45K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
15% of base price
VAT
$7K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$137K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Smart #3 Brabus — Full Cost Breakdown in China
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $45K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $58K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $986 |
| Annual Depreciation | $13K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $137K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.042 |
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 — China
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Smart #3 Brabus runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in China.
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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 China
How does the Smart #3 Brabus compare to similar cars available in China?
Smart
#3 Brabus
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in China
$16K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in China
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in China
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in China
$8K
Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.
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Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 130% of average China income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In China
Fuel Price
¥1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
15%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
13%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Smart #3 Brabus in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Smart #3 Brabus in China.
The 2024 Smart #3 Brabus has a base price of $45,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $58,478 USD (¥58,478 CNY).