2025 BYD Sealion 6True Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
218 hp plug-in hybrid compact SUV — 2025 BYD Sealion 6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$34K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$12K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$1K
5% of base price
VAT
$4K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$93K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 BYD Sealion 6 — Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $1K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $34K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $8K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $12K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $93K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.786 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Sealion 6 Fuel Cost Calculator — New Zealand
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Sealion 6 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in New Zealand.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
BYD Sealion 6 Depreciation Curve
The BYD Sealion 6 loses approximately $16K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $20K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $15K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $13K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $12K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
BYD Sealion 6 vs. Competitors in New Zealand
How does the BYD Sealion 6 compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
BYD
Sealion 6
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$12K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$8K
Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇳🇿 Owning a Car in New Zealand
High fuel prices relative to income.
Moderate for New Zealand
Annual car costs = 28% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$42K
In New Zealand
Fuel Price
NZ$1.50/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
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BYD Sealion 6 in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Sealion 6 in New Zealand.
The 2025 BYD Sealion 6 has a base price of $28,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $33,810 USD (NZ$33,810 NZD).