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Calculates complete car ownership cost including purchase, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, and depreciation over a period.

चरण-दर-चरण मार्गदर्शिका

  1. 1Sum purchase price and financing costs
  2. 2Add annual insurance, registration, maintenance
  3. 3Multiply by ownership period (typically 5-7 years)
  4. 4Subtract estimated resale value

हल किए गए उदाहरण

इनपुट
$30k car, 5yrs
परिणाम
$45k TCO

सामान्य गलतियां जिनसे बचना है

  • Only comparing purchase price, not total cost over time
  • Not accounting for major repairs (transmission, engine)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

How much does maintenance typically cost?

Years 1-3: $500-1000/year; years 4-7: $1500-2500/year; increases significantly after warranty.

What car has lowest total cost of ownership?

Reliable brands (Toyota, Honda, Mazda) with high mileage capacity and parts availability.

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