A new RS should not cost too much over any regular 15 lakh sedan. As you say you're going to do the basic maintenance from your own garage, then parts are easy to get in the open market.
Suspension, when/if you need it would be about 35-40K for Koni's. Sway bar bushings tend to wear out quick, those cost less than 1K. Lower arm bushings are a bit expensive if given to a dealer as they simply change the complete arm and not just the bushing. You can get only the bushings changed outside.
Filters, brake pads etc. cost the same as any car. However, in the case of any accident, repairs will cost more, especially if you are unlucky enough to wreck the xenon headlights!
But hell, I still don't see another car in India which can come close to given the experience of a RS for under 16 lakhs.
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