2024 BYD Song Pro DMTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand
197 hp plug-in hybrid. 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
$95K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Song Pro DM — 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 | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $600 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $12K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $95K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.811 |
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 — New Zealand
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,800
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$150
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.00
8L × NZ$1.50
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 New Zealand
How does the BYD Song Pro DM compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?
BYD
Song Pro DM
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$12K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in New Zealand
$7K
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 = 29% 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 Song Pro DM in New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song Pro DM in New Zealand.
The 2024 BYD Song Pro DM 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).