BYD Sealion 2021 price in Kenya
No 2021 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 5 years old to KRA, which takes 50% off its CRSP value: about KES 5,300,000 – KES 6,600,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Sealion 2021, by version
KRA treats a BYD Sealion 2021 landing in 2026 as 5 years old and takes 50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEALION 7 82.5 RWD COMFORT | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 13,675,377 | KES 3,175,520 | KES 793,880 | KES 396,940 | KES 698,614 | KES 79,388 | KES 63,510 | KES 2,032,332 | KES 5,312,852 |
| SEALION 7 82.5 AWD DESIGN | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 15,385,156 | KES 3,572,543 | KES 893,136 | KES 446,568 | KES 785,960 | KES 89,314 | KES 71,451 | KES 2,286,429 | KES 5,963,972 |
| SEALION 7 91.3 AWD EXCELLENCE | 91.3 kWh · Electric | KES 16,809,971 | KES 3,903,395 | KES 975,849 | KES 487,924 | KES 858,747 | KES 97,585 | KES 78,068 | KES 2,498,173 | KES 6,506,568 |
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.
2021 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | KES 2,800,000 – KES 3,500,000 | KES 7,300,000 – KES 9,100,000 | +KES 2,000,000 |
| 2022 | KES 2,400,000 – KES 3,000,000 | KES 6,300,000 – KES 7,800,000 | +KES 1,000,000 |
| 2021 | KES 2,000,000 – KES 2,500,000 | KES 5,300,000 – KES 6,600,000 | – |
| 2020 | KES 1,800,000 – KES 2,250,000 | KES 4,750,000 – KES 5,900,000 | −KES 550,000 |
| 2019 | KES 1,600,000 – KES 2,000,000 | KES 4,250,000 – KES 5,300,000 | −KES 1,050,000 |
BYD Sealion 2021 questions
How much is a 2021 BYD Sealion in Kenya?
No 2021 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 5,300,000 – KES 6,600,000 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 2021 BYD Sealion?
KRA values a 2021 BYD Sealion at its CRSP value less 50% depreciation for a 5-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,000,000 – KES 2,500,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2021 BYD Sealion be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2021 BYD Sealion can land up to the end of 2028. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2021 BYD Sealion have?
KRA lists 3 versions of the BYD Sealion with 82.5 kWh, 91.3 kWh engines (electric). Which of them were built in 2021 depends on the car; a 2021 BYD Sealion's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.