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2001 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VITrue Cost of Ownership in Japan

280 hp turbocharged flat-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (0%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.45/L, maintenance, and depreciation.

Annual cost =20%of avg Japan income

Purchase Price

$44K

Base: $40K

Annual Total

$8K

Insurance + fuel + maintenance

Import Duty

$0

0% of base price

VAT

$4K

10% applied

Annual Insurance

$1K

Avg for this country

5-Year Total

$82K

Purchase + 5yr running costs

2001 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI — Full Cost Breakdown in Japan

Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.

Cost ComponentAmount (USD)
Base Price (MSRP)$40K
Import Duty (0%)$0
VAT / Sales Tax (10%)$4K
Total Purchase Price$44K
Annual Insurance$1K
Annual Fuel Cost$3K
Annual Maintenance$4K
Annual Depreciation$-2000
Registration & Road Tax$2K
Total Annual Running Cost$8K
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership$82K
Cost Per Kilometer$0.503

For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI Fuel Cost Calculator — Japan

Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.

Adjust Your Usage

15,000 km
5,000 km50,000 km
¥1.45
¥0.01Current: ¥1.45¥3.50
Fuel efficiency: 14L per 100km (typical for classic segment)

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,045

USD equivalent

Monthly Fuel Cost

$254

Per month average

Annual Liters Used

2,100L

At 15,000 km/yr

Cost per 100km

$20.30

14L × ¥1.45

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI Depreciation Curve

Classic cars like the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI tend to appreciate over time. This projection shows estimated value growth.

Year-by-Year Value

New$40K100%
Year 1$42K+105%
Year 2$45K+112%
Year 3$48K+120%
Year 4$52K+130%
Year 5$58K+145%

Appreciation based on classic segment averages.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI vs. Competitors in Japan

How does the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI compare to similar cars available in Japan?

★ This Car

Subaru

Impreza WRX STI Version VI

Base Price

$40K

Annual Cost in Japan

$8K

280 hp turbocharged flat-4

Ford

Mustang (Classic)

Base Price

$45K

Annual Cost in Japan

$8K

American icon, parts available

Chevrolet

Camaro (Classic)

Base Price

$40K

Annual Cost in Japan

$8K

Strong community, affordable

Porsche

911 (Vintage)

Base Price

$80K

Annual Cost in Japan

$12K

Appreciating asset

Annual costs estimated for Japan market. Import duty (0%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.

🇯🇵 Owning a Car in Japan

Shaken inspection every 2 years: $1,200.

Affordable for Japan

Annual car costs = 20% of average Japan income ($38K/yr)

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Average Annual Income

$38K

In Japan

Fuel Price

¥1.45/L

Gasoline dominant

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Avg Car Insurance

$1K

Per year

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Import Duty

0%

On vehicle value

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VAT / Sales Tax

10%

Applied at purchase

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Driving Side

Left-hand

Asia

Popular Car Brands in Japan

ToyotaHondaNissan

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI in Japan — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about owning a Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI in Japan.

The 2001 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version VI has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Japan, after 0% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $44,000 USD (¥44,000 JPY).