2024 BYD Song Pro DMTrue Cost of Ownership in Kenya
197 hp plug-in hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (16%), insurance, fuel at KSh1.35/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$41K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$10K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
25% of base price
VAT
$6K
16% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$89K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Song Pro DM — Full Cost Breakdown in Kenya
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (16%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $41K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $750 |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $300 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $10K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $89K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.639 |
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 — Kenya
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,620
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$135
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$10.80
8L × KSh1.35
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 Kenya
How does the BYD Song Pro DM compare to similar cars available in Kenya?
BYD
Song Pro DM
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$10K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Kenya
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Kenya market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (16%) applied to all models.
🇰🇪 Owning a Car in Kenya
Used Japanese imports dominate market.
Very Expensive for Kenya
Annual car costs = 435% of average Kenya income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In Kenya
Fuel Price
KSh1.35/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
16%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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BYD Song Pro DM in Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song Pro DM in Kenya.
The 2024 BYD Song Pro DM has a base price of $28,000 USD. In Kenya, after 25% import duty and 16% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $40,600 USD (KSh40,600 KES).