2024 BYD Song Pro DMTrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
197 hp plug-in hybrid. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$39K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
30% of base price
VAT
$2K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$86K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Song Pro DM — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $2K |
| Total Purchase Price | $39K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $624 |
| Annual Maintenance | $950 |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $86K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.626 |
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 — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$624
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$52
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$4.16
8L × RM0.52
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 Malaysia
How does the BYD Song Pro DM compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
BYD
Song Pro DM
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$9K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 78% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Asia
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BYD Song Pro DM in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song Pro DM in Malaysia.
The 2024 BYD Song Pro DM has a base price of $28,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $38,584 USD (RM38,584 MYR).