2019 Subaru WRX STI S209True Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
341 hp turbocharged flat-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$66K
Base: $55K
Annual Total
$33K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
5% of base price
VAT
$9K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$231K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2019 Subaru WRX STI S209 — Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $55K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $9K |
| Total Purchase Price | $66K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $4K |
| Annual Maintenance | $15K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $33K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $231K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.192 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Subaru WRX STI S209 Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$4,050
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$338
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$27.00
18L × NZ$1.50
Subaru WRX STI S209 Depreciation Curve
The Subaru WRX STI S209 loses approximately $24K (44%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $55K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $44K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $40K | 72% |
| Year 3 | $36K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $33K | 60% |
| Year 5 | $31K | 56% |
Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.
Subaru WRX STI S209 vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the Subaru WRX STI S209 compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
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WRX STI S209
Base Price
$55K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$33K
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Base Price
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Annual Cost in New Zealand
$35K
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Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$48K
Aston Martin
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Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$40K
Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇳🇿 Owning a Car in New Zealand
High fuel prices relative to income.
Very Expensive for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 78% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$42K
In New Zealand
Fuel Price
NZ$1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
Popular Car Brands in New Zealand
Subaru WRX STI S209 in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru WRX STI S209 in New Zealand.
The 2019 Subaru WRX STI S209 has a base price of $55,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $66,413 USD (NZ$66,413 NZD).