BYD Seal 2026 price in Kenya
No 2026 BYD Seal is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is new to KRA, which takes 0% off its CRSP value: about KES 7,300,000 – KES 12,800,000 landed across 5 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Seal 2026, by version
KRA treats a BYD Seal 2026 landing in 2026 as new and takes 0% off its CRSP value before charging tax.
| KRA model | Engine | CRSP value | Customs value | Import duty (25%) | Excise duty | VAT (16%) | Import declaration fee (2.5%) | Railway development levy (2%) | Total taxes | Landed cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAL 61.4 RWD COMFORT | 61.4 kWh · Electric | KES 9,504,088 | KES 4,413,834 | KES 1,103,459 | KES 551,729 | KES 971,044 | KES 110,346 | KES 88,277 | KES 2,824,855 | KES 7,343,689 |
| SEAL U 71.8 COMFORT | 71.8 kWh · Electric | KES 11,965,599 | KES 5,556,995 | KES 1,389,249 | KES 694,624 | KES 1,222,539 | KES 138,925 | KES 111,140 | KES 3,556,477 | KES 9,218,472 |
| SEAL U 87 KWH DESIGN | 87.0 kWh · Electric | KES 12,820,488 | KES 5,954,017 | KES 1,488,504 | KES 744,252 | KES 1,309,884 | KES 148,850 | KES 119,080 | KES 3,810,570 | KES 9,869,587 |
| SEAL 82.5 RWD DESIGN | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 14,651,986 | KES 6,804,591 | KES 1,701,148 | KES 850,574 | KES 1,497,010 | KES 170,115 | KES 136,092 | KES 4,354,939 | KES 11,264,530 |
| SEAL 82.5 AWD EXCELLENCE | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 16,606,019 | KES 7,712,072 | KES 1,928,018 | KES 964,009 | KES 1,696,656 | KES 192,802 | KES 154,241 | KES 4,935,726 | KES 12,752,798 |
Landed cost is KRA's customs value plus these taxes and KES 105,000 for port, clearing and registration. The car's own price, shipping and Cada's service fee are not included. Estimate — final KRA assessment may differ.
2026 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KES 2,800,000 – KES 4,950,000 | KES 7,300,000 – KES 12,800,000 | – |
| 2025 | KES 2,800,000 – KES 4,950,000 | KES 7,300,000 – KES 12,800,000 | Same |
| 2024 | KES 2,250,000 – KES 3,950,000 | KES 5,800,000 – KES 10,300,000 | −KES 1,500,000 |
BYD Seal 2026 questions
How much is a 2026 BYD Seal in Kenya?
No 2026 BYD Seal is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 7,300,000 – KES 12,800,000 with KRA taxes, port, clearing and registration (based on KRA's values; the car's own price and shipping differ).
What is the import duty on a 2026 BYD Seal?
KRA values a 2026 BYD Seal at its CRSP value less 0% depreciation for a 0-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,800,000 – KES 4,950,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2026 BYD Seal be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2026 BYD Seal can land up to the end of 2033. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2026 BYD Seal have?
KRA lists 5 versions of the BYD Seal with 61.4 kWh, 71.8 kWh, 87.0 kWh, 82.5 kWh engines (electric). Which of them were built in 2026 depends on the car; a 2026 BYD Seal's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.