2024 Sono SionTrue Cost of Ownership in Mexico
120 hp solar-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (20%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at $0.8/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$42K
Base: $30K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$6K
20% of base price
VAT
$6K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$96K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Sono Sion — Full Cost Breakdown in Mexico
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $30K |
| Import Duty (20%) | $6K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $42K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $900 |
| Annual Depreciation | $8K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $96K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.720 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Sono Sion Fuel Cost Calculator — Mexico
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Sono Sion runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Mexico.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
Sono Sion Depreciation Curve
The Sono Sion loses approximately $17K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $30K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $19K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $16K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $14K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $13K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Sono Sion vs. Competitors in Mexico
How does the Sono Sion compare to similar cars available in Mexico?
Sono
Sion
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$11K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Mexico
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Mexico market. Import duty (20%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇲🇽 Owning a Car in Mexico
Low insurance costs, moderate fuel.
Very Expensive for Mexico
Annual car costs = 108% of average Mexico income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Mexico
Fuel Price
$0.80/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
20%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
Popular Car Brands in Mexico
Sono Sion in Mexico — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Sono Sion in Mexico.
The 2024 Sono Sion has a base price of $30,000 USD. In Mexico, after 20% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $41,760 USD ($41,760 MXN).