2024 BYD Song Pro DMTrue Cost of Ownership in China
197 hp plug-in hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$36K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$4K
15% of base price
VAT
$4K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$90K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Song Pro DM — Full Cost Breakdown in China
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $4K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $4K |
| Total Purchase Price | $36K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $90K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.712 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Song Pro DM Fuel Cost Calculator — China
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,320
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$110
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$8.80
8L × ¥1.10
BYD Song Pro DM Depreciation Curve
The BYD Song Pro DM loses approximately $15K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $19K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $16K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $14K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $13K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
BYD Song Pro DM vs. Competitors in China
How does the BYD Song Pro DM compare to similar cars available in China?
BYD
Song Pro DM
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in China
$11K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in China
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in China
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in China
$7K
Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.
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Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 89% of average China income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In China
Fuel Price
¥1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
15%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
13%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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BYD Song Pro DM in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song Pro DM in China.
The 2024 BYD Song Pro DM has a base price of $28,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $36,386 USD (¥36,386 CNY).