2021 Subaru WRX STITrue Cost of Ownership in Philippines
310 hp turbocharged flat-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at ₱1.08/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$58K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$19K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
30% of base price
VAT
$6K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$780
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$153K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2021 Subaru WRX STI — Full Cost Breakdown in Philippines
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $12K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $58K |
| Annual Insurance | $780 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $7K |
| Annual Depreciation | $8K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $590 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $19K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $153K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.265 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Subaru WRX STI Fuel Cost Calculator — Philippines
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,916
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$243
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,700L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$19.44
18L × ₱1.08
Subaru WRX STI Depreciation Curve
The Subaru WRX STI loses approximately $18K (44%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $40K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $32K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 72% |
| Year 3 | $26K | 65% |
| Year 4 | $24K | 60% |
| Year 5 | $22K | 56% |
Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.
Subaru WRX STI vs. Competitors in Philippines
How does the Subaru WRX STI compare to similar cars available in Philippines?
Subaru
WRX STI
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$19K
Porsche
911 Turbo S
Base Price
$210K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$35K
McLaren
720S
Base Price
$300K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$48K
Aston Martin
DB12
Base Price
$245K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$40K
Annual costs estimated for Philippines market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
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Traffic congestion increases fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Philippines
Annual car costs = 513% of average Philippines income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Philippines
Fuel Price
₱1.08/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$780
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Subaru WRX STI in Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Subaru WRX STI in Philippines.
The 2021 Subaru WRX STI has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Philippines, after 30% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $58,240 USD (₱58,240 PHP).