2025 Subaru ForesterTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
182 hp inline-4, all-wheel-drive compact SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$42K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$10K
35% of base price
VAT
$5K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$116K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 Subaru Forester — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $10K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $42K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $116K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.979 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Subaru Forester Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,815
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$151
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.10
11L × R$1.10
Subaru Forester Depreciation Curve
The Subaru Forester loses approximately $14K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $20K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $16K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $14K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
Subaru Forester vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Subaru Forester compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Subaru
Forester
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$15K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 147% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Subaru Forester in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru Forester in Brazil.
The 2025 Subaru Forester has a base price of $28,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $42,336 USD (R$42,336 BRL).