2024 Subaru WRXTrue Cost of Ownership in Romania
271 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at lei1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$42K
Base: $32K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
10% of base price
VAT
$7K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$96K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Subaru WRX — Full Cost Breakdown in Romania
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $32K |
| Import Duty (10%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $42K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $950 |
| Annual Depreciation | $7K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $96K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.724 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Subaru WRX Fuel Cost Calculator — Romania
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,620
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$135
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$10.80
8L × lei1.35
Subaru WRX Depreciation Curve
The Subaru WRX loses approximately $17K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $32K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $25K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $21K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $19K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $16K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $15K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Subaru WRX vs. Competitors in Romania
How does the Subaru WRX compare to similar cars available in Romania?
Subaru
WRX
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in Romania
$11K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Romania
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Romania
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Romania
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Romania market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇷🇴 Owning a Car in Romania
One of cheapest EU countries for car ownership.
Very Expensive for Romania
Annual car costs = 78% of average Romania income ($14K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$14K
In Romania
Fuel Price
lei1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in Romania
Subaru WRX in Romania — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru WRX in Romania.
The 2024 Subaru WRX has a base price of $32,000 USD. In Romania, after 10% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $41,888 USD (lei41,888 RON).