2025 VinFast VF 9True Cost of Ownership in Chile
402 hp all-electric, popular Vietnamese EV SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6%), VAT (19%), insurance, fuel at $1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$72K
Base: $57K
Annual Total
$19K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
6% of base price
VAT
$11K
19% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$166K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 VinFast VF 9 — Full Cost Breakdown in Chile
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $57K |
| Import Duty (6%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (19%) | $11K |
| Total Purchase Price | $72K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $16K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $19K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $166K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.249 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
VinFast VF 9 Fuel Cost Calculator — Chile
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The VinFast VF 9 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Chile.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
VinFast VF 9 Depreciation Curve
The VinFast VF 9 loses approximately $32K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $57K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $41K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $35K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $31K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $27K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $25K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
VinFast VF 9 vs. Competitors in Chile
How does the VinFast VF 9 compare to similar cars available in Chile?
VinFast
VF 9
Base Price
$57K
Annual Cost in Chile
$19K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Chile
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Chile
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Chile market. Import duty (6%) and VAT (19%) applied to all models.
🇨🇱 Owning a Car in Chile
Low import tax, moderate running costs.
Very Expensive for Chile
Annual car costs = 117% of average Chile income ($16K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$16K
In Chile
Fuel Price
$1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
6%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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VinFast VF 9 in Chile — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a VinFast VF 9 in Chile.
The 2025 VinFast VF 9 has a base price of $57,000 USD. In Chile, after 6% import duty and 19% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $71,900 USD ($71,900 CLP).