2024 Toyota Camry LETrue Cost of Ownership in South Africa
203 hp inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$37K
Base: $26K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
25% of base price
VAT
$5K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$90K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 Toyota Camry LE — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $26K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $37K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $90K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.700 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Toyota Camry LE Fuel Cost Calculator — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,380
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$115
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.20
8L × R1.15
Toyota Camry LE Depreciation Curve
The Toyota Camry LE loses approximately $14K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $26K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $20K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $17K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $15K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $13K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $12K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Toyota Camry LE vs. Competitors in South Africa
How does the Toyota Camry LE compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
Toyota
Camry LE
Base Price
$26K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$11K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$7K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 150% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Toyota Camry LE in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Toyota Camry LE in South Africa.
The 2024 Toyota Camry LE has a base price of $26,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $37,375 USD (R37,375 ZAR).