2026 BYD SongTrue Cost of Ownership in Brazil
201 hp all-electric, popular Chinese EV SUV, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$51K
Base: $34K
Annual Total
$16K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
35% of base price
VAT
$6K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$131K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 BYD Song — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $34K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $12K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $51K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $7K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $16K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $131K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.059 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Song Fuel Cost Calculator — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,815
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$151
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,650L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$12.10
11L × R$1.10
BYD Song Depreciation Curve
The BYD Song loses approximately $17K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $34K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $27K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $24K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $21K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $19K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $17K | 51% |
Depreciation based on suv segment averages.
BYD Song vs. Competitors in Brazil
How does the BYD Song compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
BYD
Song
Base Price
$34K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$16K
Toyota
RAV4
Base Price
$32K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Honda
CR-V
Base Price
$31K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$7K
Mazda
CX-5
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 159% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
BYD Song in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Song in Brazil.
The 2026 BYD Song has a base price of $34,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $51,408 USD (R$51,408 BRL).