2023 Tesla Model Y RWDTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
283 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$67K
Base: $44K
Annual Total
$18K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$15K
35% of base price
VAT
$7K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$159K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2023 Tesla Model Y RWD — 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) | $44K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $15K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $67K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $12K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $18K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $159K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.229 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Tesla Model Y RWD Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The Tesla Model Y RWD runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Brazil.
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Tesla Model Y RWD Depreciation Curve
The Tesla Model Y RWD loses approximately $25K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $44K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $27K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $21K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $19K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Tesla Model Y RWD vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the Tesla Model Y RWD compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Tesla
Model Y RWD
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$18K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
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 = 184% 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
Tesla Model Y RWD in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Tesla Model Y RWD in Brazil.
The 2023 Tesla Model Y RWD has a base price of $44,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $66,528 USD (R$66,528 BRL).