2024 BYD Yangwang U8True Cost of Ownership in China
1,100 hp hybrid SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$195K
Base: $150K
Annual Total
$45K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$23K
15% of base price
VAT
$22K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$420K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Yangwang U8 — Full Cost Breakdown in China
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $150K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $23K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $22K |
| Total Purchase Price | $195K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $986 |
| Annual Depreciation | $42K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $45K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $420K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $3.002 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Yangwang U8 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in China.
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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 China
How does the BYD Yangwang U8 compare to similar cars available in China?
BYD
Yangwang U8
Base Price
$150K
Annual Cost in China
$45K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in China
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in China
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in China
$8K
Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.
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Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 375% of average China income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In China
Fuel Price
¥1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
15%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
13%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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BYD Yangwang U8 in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Yangwang U8 in China.
The 2024 BYD Yangwang U8 has a base price of $150,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $194,925 USD (¥194,925 CNY).