2024 Subaru BRZ tSTrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
228 hp NA flat-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$48K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$18K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$11K
30% of base price
VAT
$3K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$139K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Subaru BRZ tS — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $11K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $48K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $8K |
| Annual Depreciation | $7K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $18K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $139K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.213 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Subaru BRZ tS Fuel Cost Calculator — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,404
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$117
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.36
18L × RM0.52
Subaru BRZ tS Depreciation Curve
The Subaru BRZ tS loses approximately $15K (44%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $35K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $28K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $25K | 72% |
| Year 3 | $23K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $21K | 60% |
| Year 5 | $20K | 56% |
Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.
Subaru BRZ tS vs. Competitors in Malaysia
How does the Subaru BRZ tS compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
Subaru
BRZ tS
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$18K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 152% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Subaru BRZ tS in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru BRZ tS in Malaysia.
The 2024 Subaru BRZ tS has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $48,230 USD (RM48,230 MYR).