2025 BYD Sealion 6True Cost of Ownership in Peru
218 hp plug-in hybrid compact SUV — 2025 BYD Sealion 6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (9%), VAT (18%), insurance, fuel at S/0.95/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$36K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$3K
9% of base price
VAT
$5K
18% applied
Annual Insurance
$600
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$82K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 BYD Sealion 6 — Full Cost Breakdown in Peru
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (9%) | $3K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (18%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $36K |
| Annual Insurance | $600 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $514 |
| Annual Depreciation | $8K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $82K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.617 |
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 — Peru
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Sealion 6 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Peru.
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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 Peru
How does the BYD Sealion 6 compare to similar cars available in Peru?
BYD
Sealion 6
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Peru
$9K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Peru
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Peru
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Peru
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Peru market. Import duty (9%) and VAT (18%) applied to all models.
🇵🇪 Owning a Car in Peru
Moderate costs, growing car market.
Very Expensive for Peru
Annual car costs = 132% of average Peru income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In Peru
Fuel Price
S/0.95/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$600
Per year
Import Duty
9%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
18%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Peru
BYD Sealion 6 in Peru — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Sealion 6 in Peru.
The 2025 BYD Sealion 6 has a base price of $28,000 USD. In Peru, after 9% import duty and 18% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $36,014 USD (S/36,014 PEN).