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Vehicle running costs
Have you ever wondered how much it costs to run a car? The 2007 Vehicle Running Costs Guide can help you choose the right car to suit your budget.
Find out how much it costs to run some of Australia's most popular cars, from the small four-cylinder Hyundai Getz to larger 4WDs such as the Toyota Landcruiser GXL Turbodiesel.
The biggest running cost for cars is depreciation. It causes a drop in value when trading-in your car and is often 40% to 50% of the total running cost. Fuel and car loan interest charges are also major costs.
Tyres, registration, servicing and maintenance are lower costs when spread over the life of a car. However, insurance costs can be high for young or inexperienced drivers or those with bad accident records.
See the Cost Breakdown Tips to save money on petrol Read about Car Loans
Use the Vehicle Running Costs to help choose the best new car for your budget.
| Vehicle Running Costs for 2007 | |
|---|---|
| Light Vehicles | Small vehicles |
| Medium vehicles | Large vehicles |
| LPG vehicles | Diesel hybrid vehicles |
| Compact SUV | Medium SUV |
| Large SUV | People mover |
The Vehicle Reimbursement Rates can help you estimate the cost of owning and operating your car for business use.
| Vehicle Reimbursement Rates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Average cents/km | Average weekly cost |
| Light (up to 1.6ltr) | 40.4 | $116.40 |
| Small (1.6ltr to 2ltr) | 51.5 | $148.55 |
| Medium (2ltr to 3ltr) | 68.7 | $198.03 |
| Large (3ltr and over) | 75.1 | $216.53 |
| Compact 4WD | 69.9 | $201.49 |
| Medium 4WD | 86.3 | $248.98 |
| Large 4WD | 111.2 | $320.77 |
