What are the financial and import‑cost challenges of bringing a Tesla Model S into Pakistan?

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What are the financial and import‑cost challenges of bringing a Tesla Model S into Pakistan?

Given the high cost of importing EVs including taxes, duties, and shipping and the reliance on imported parts batteries, motors for Teslas, how expensive would it be to purchase, register, and maintain a Model S in Pakistan? Are there long‑term cost‑benefit cases fuel savings, maintenance that make sense for such a premium EV, o r do the import‑related costs outweigh the advantages?

Talha Kyanii asked on 22 Nov 2025 15:37:46 pm

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Gari Master - on 22 Nov 2025 15:40:55 pm

Import duty and taxes: Importing a Tesla Model S is likely to be very expensive. While there are incentives for EVs, duties still apply. According to a recent guide, for EVs the duty depends on various factors, and though some EV imports benefit from reduced rates, other taxes add up.
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Complex import process: Importing a car involves substantial paperwork, customs clearance, and sometimes port delays. In the Pakistani context, people importing EVs or luxury EVs may face both logistical and bureaucratic challenges.

High upfront cost: Even after import, the landed cost of a Model S will be very high purchase price + shipping + duties + taxes. This may make it less economical for many buyers, unless they are very serious about EV ownership.

Spare parts & maintenance costs: Since Tesla parts are not manufactured locally, spare parts like batteries o r motors would need to be imported, adding to the maintenance cost.

Cost-benefit analysis:

Pros: Over time, fuel electricity cost savings may offset some of the operating cost compared to ICE cars, especially for high-mileage drivers.

Cons: The high initial import cost, combined with uncertain servicing infrastructure, may mean a long payback period. Buyers would need to carefully evaluate whether the “premium EV” benefit is worth the import risk and cost.