2024 Subaru BRZ tSTrue Cost of Ownership in South Africa
228 hp NA flat-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$50K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$25K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$9K
25% of base price
VAT
$7K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$175K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Subaru BRZ tS — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $9K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $50K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $13K |
| Annual Depreciation | $7K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $25K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $175K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.657 |
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 — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,105
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$259
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$20.70
18L × R1.15
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 South Africa
How does the Subaru BRZ tS compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
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BRZ tS
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$25K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$40K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 355% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Subaru BRZ tS in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru BRZ tS in South Africa.
The 2024 Subaru BRZ tS has a base price of $35,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $50,313 USD (R50,313 ZAR).