2025 BYD SongTrue Cost of Ownership in United Kingdom
201 hp all-electric, popular Chinese EV SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (6.5%), VAT (20%), insurance, fuel at £1.75/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$41K
Base: $32K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$2K
6.5% of base price
VAT
$7K
20% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$122K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2025 BYD Song — Full Cost Breakdown in United Kingdom
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $32K |
| Import Duty (6.5%) | $2K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (20%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $41K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $3K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $122K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.080 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Song Fuel Cost Calculator — United Kingdom
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,888
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$241
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$19.25
11L × £1.75
BYD Song Depreciation Curve
The BYD Song loses approximately $16K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $32K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $26K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $22K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $20K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $18K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $16K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
BYD Song vs. Competitors in United Kingdom
How does the BYD Song compare to similar cars available in United Kingdom?
BYD
Song
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$16K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in United Kingdom
$7K
Annual costs estimated for United Kingdom market. Import duty (6.5%) and VAT (20%) applied to all models.
🇬🇧 Owning a Car in United Kingdom
ULEZ zones add costs in cities.
Moderate for United Kingdom
Annual car costs = 36% of average United Kingdom income ($45K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$45K
In United Kingdom
Fuel Price
£1.75/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
6.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
20%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Europe
Popular Car Brands in United Kingdom
BYD Song in United Kingdom — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song in United Kingdom.
The 2025 BYD Song has a base price of $32,000 USD. In United Kingdom, after 6.5% import duty and 20% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $40,896 USD (£40,896 GBP).