2024 BYD Yangwang U9True Cost of Ownership in China
1,287 hp all-electric hypercar. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$299K
Base: $230K
Annual Total
$67K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$35K
15% of base price
VAT
$34K
13% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$636K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 BYD Yangwang U9 — 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) | $230K |
| Import Duty (15%) | $35K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (13%) | $34K |
| Total Purchase Price | $299K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $986 |
| Annual Depreciation | $64K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $900 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $67K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $636K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $4.496 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
BYD Yangwang U9 Fuel Cost Calculator — China
Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.
Adjust Your Usage
⚡ Electric Vehicle
The BYD Yangwang U9 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in China.
$0 Fuel Cost
Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
BYD Yangwang U9 Depreciation Curve
The BYD Yangwang U9 loses approximately $131K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $230K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $166K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $143K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $124K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $110K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $99K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
BYD Yangwang U9 vs. Competitors in China
How does the BYD Yangwang U9 compare to similar cars available in China?
BYD
Yangwang U9
Base Price
$230K
Annual Cost in China
$67K
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.
🇨🇳 Owning a Car in China
License plate lottery in major cities.
Very Expensive for China
Annual car costs = 562% 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
Asia
Popular Car Brands in China
BYD Yangwang U9 in China — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a BYD Yangwang U9 in China.
The 2024 BYD Yangwang U9 has a base price of $230,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $298,885 USD (¥298,885 CNY).