2024 BYD Yangwang U8True Cost of Ownership in India
1,100 hp hybrid SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (100%), VAT (28%), insurance, fuel at ₹1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$384K
Base: $150K
Annual Total
$44K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$150K
100% of base price
VAT
$84K
28% applied
Annual Insurance
$350
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$602K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Yangwang U8 — Full Cost Breakdown in India
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $150K |
| Import Duty (100%) | $150K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (28%) | $84K |
| Total Purchase Price | $384K |
| Annual Insurance | $350 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $300 |
| Annual Depreciation | $42K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $44K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $602K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.903 |
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 — India
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Yangwang U8 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in India.
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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 India
How does the BYD Yangwang U8 compare to similar cars available in India?
BYD
Yangwang U8
Base Price
$150K
Annual Cost in India
$44K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in India
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in India
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in India
$8K
Annual costs estimated for India market. Import duty (100%) and VAT (28%) applied to all models.
🇮🇳 Owning a Car in India
Cheapest country to own a car overall.
Very Expensive for India
Annual car costs = 1980% of average India income ($2K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$2K
In India
Fuel Price
₹1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$350
Per year
Import Duty
100%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
28%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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BYD Yangwang U8 in India — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Yangwang U8 in India.
The 2024 BYD Yangwang U8 has a base price of $150,000 USD. In India, after 100% import duty and 28% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $384,000 USD (₹384,000 INR).