Porsche Taycan
If you thought owning an electric car would be cheap, think again. A full set of replacement parts for the optional Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) costs over $7,000 alone, and sophisticated diagnostics and software updates require specialized Porsche technicians.
Bugatti Veyron
The Bugatti Veyron is known for its record-shattering speed. It is also known for its astronomical maintenance costs. A basic oil change alone can cost over $25,000. And if you need to change your tires? A tidy $40,000. Not bad? Not bad.
Bugatti Chiron
If you thought the Veyron was ruinous, buckle up. A full set of carbon-ceramic brake discs and calipers on the Chiron can exceed $100,000. And servicing the 1,500-horsepower W16 engine requires the complete removal of the car’s entire rear subframe.
Rolls-Royce Ghost
Though the ghost looks a bit smaller in stature than the Phantom, it is just as brutal on the wallet. Annual service for its smooth V12 engine can often run into the thousands, while replacing the brakes alone can cost upwards of $5,000.
Bentley Continental GT
The Continental GT is one of the most stylish grand tourers ever built. It is also, unfortunately, one of the costliest to maintain. The complex W12 engine and intricate air suspension are notorious for constant repair bills, and a single tire change can cost over $800 a pop.
Modern SUVs can sting just as much, if not more…
Modern SUVs can sting just as much, if not more…
Land Rover Range Rover
While the Range Rover’s majestic stance and opulent interior make it a symbol of status, its legendary comfort often comes at a high price. Owning one will cost owners an average of $20,000 over the first ten years; nearly $8,000 more than the average luxury SUV.
Land Rover Discovery
You truly discover just how deep your wallet goes with the Land Rover Discovery. Known for frequent and expensive breakdowns, the SUV can cost owners around $17,722 in repairs and maintenance over the first ten years.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon’s boxy, iconic design is built on a foundation of complex and costly engineering. With an average ten-year cost of over $20,000, plus insurance premiums, it is one of the most expensive SUVs to own.
Thinking of buying a luxury sports car? Think again…
Thinking of buying a luxury sports car? Think again…
Porsche 911
The 911 is a legendary icon in every sense of the word, but owning one comes with its fair share of maintenance. While the average annual service can be around $1,000, major services can easily cost several thousand dollars.
Maserati GranTurismo
There are very few cars that sound as good as a Maserati V8, and even fewer that cost as much to maintain. Annual preventative maintenance can exceed $1,600, and that’s before any unexpected issues such as electrical failures, infotainment glitches, and battery drainage.
Exotics may be easy on the eyes, but they’re heavier on the wallet…
Exotics may be easy on the eyes, but they’re heavier on the wallet…
Lamborghini Aventador
Owning an Aventador sounds good on paper, but the reality is different. A clutch replacement costs up to $15,000, and a simple oil change requires specialized synthetic fluids and technicians that can exceed $2,000.
Ferrari Enzo
Few cars embody F1-level engineering quite like the Enzo. But it comes with a heavy price. A full set of carbon-ceramic brake discs and pads can cost over $30,000, while routine annual service bills regularly soar into the tens of thousands.
Aston Martin DB11
The Aston Martin DB11 offers the perfect blend of classic British grand touring with cutting-edge performance. It also offers annual maintenance and repairs that can easily push $4,000. Mr. Bond never really mentioned the repair invoices, did he?
Did someone say ‘practical’ luxury sedan?
Did someone say ‘practical’ luxury sedan?
BMW M5
The BMW M5 is the perfect family sedan that performs like a supercar, but also costs as much to maintain. Over the first ten years of ownership, upkeep and repair costs can exceed $16,000, while issues with the twin-turbo V8 can push repair bills into the thousands.
Jaguar F-Type
While the Jaguar F-Type delivers on its promise of stunning design and a roaring V8, it also delivers on costly mechanical invoices. A five-year ownership period can cost over $12,000 in maintenance costs, and that’s before any of its notorious issues, such as electronic problems and premature brake wear, show up.
Lexus LS
While Lexus has built its reputation on bulletproof reliability, "reliable" doesn't mean "cheap to maintain." A simple oil change can easily exceed $200, while a repair for its intricate air suspension can cost thousands.
Who said electric cars were cheap to maintain?
Who said electric cars were cheap to maintain?
Tesla Model S
Tesla promised us cheap electrical motoring. It never promised cheap upkeep. Over ten years, maintenance costs can exceed $12,000, and minor issues, such as a faulty door handle or a malfunctioning touchscreen, can lead to unnecessarily costly repairs.
Volvo XC90 T8 Recharge
Volvo’s plug-in hybrid SUV offers great luxury and eco-appeal, but it comes at a premium. A five-year ownership period can cost $9,000, with HVAC system failures or other electrical issues becoming notoriously expensive to fix.
Rolls-Royce Phantom
If you want handcrafted elegance, you’d better be ready to pay the price. A simple oil change can cost up to $1500. And since every single component is bespoke, any sort of repair requires specialized parts and technicians to be flown in from the factory.
Mercedes-AMG Project One
A Formula 1 engine stuffed into a road car sounds brilliant, but it comes with brutally complex maintenance. Its hybrid powertrain is so intricate that it requires a full rebuild every 30,000 miles, and service bills can easily climb into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
If you thought hypercars were bad, wait till you see what these ‘everyday’ cars cost…
If you thought hypercars were bad, wait till you see what these ‘everyday’ cars cost…
