2024 BYD Yangwang U8True Cost of Ownership in Australia
1,100 hp hybrid SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at A$1.3/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$173K
Base: $150K
Annual Total
$47K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$8K
5% of base price
VAT
$16K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$408K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Yangwang U8 — Full Cost Breakdown in Australia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $150K |
| Import Duty (5%) | $8K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $16K |
| Total Purchase Price | $173K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $42K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $47K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $408K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $3.127 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Yangwang U8 Fuel Cost Calculator — Australia
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Yangwang U8 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Australia.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
BYD Yangwang U8 Depreciation Curve
The BYD Yangwang U8 loses approximately $86K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $150K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $108K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $93K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $81K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $72K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $65K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
BYD Yangwang U8 vs. Competitors in Australia
How does the BYD Yangwang U8 compare to similar cars available in Australia?
BYD
Yangwang U8
Base Price
$150K
Annual Cost in Australia
$47K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Australia
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Australia
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Australia
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Australia market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇦🇺 Owning a Car in Australia
Long distances increase fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Australia
Annual car costs = 90% of average Australia income ($52K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$52K
In Australia
Fuel Price
A$1.30/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Oceania
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BYD Yangwang U8 in Australia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Yangwang U8 in Australia.
The 2024 BYD Yangwang U8 has a base price of $150,000 USD. In Australia, after 5% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $173,250 USD (A$173,250 AUD).