BYD Sealion 2022 price in Kenya
No 2022 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 4 years old to KRA, which takes 40% off its CRSP value: about KES 6,300,000 – KES 7,800,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Sealion 2022, by version
KRA treats a BYD Sealion 2022 landing in 2026 as 4 years old and takes 40% 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 3,810,624 | KES 952,656 | KES 476,328 | KES 838,337 | KES 95,266 | KES 76,212 | KES 2,438,799 | KES 6,354,423 |
| SEALION 7 82.5 AWD DESIGN | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 15,385,156 | KES 4,287,051 | KES 1,071,763 | KES 535,881 | KES 943,151 | KES 107,176 | KES 85,741 | KES 2,743,712 | KES 7,135,763 |
| SEALION 7 91.3 AWD EXCELLENCE | 91.3 kWh · Electric | KES 16,809,971 | KES 4,684,074 | KES 1,171,019 | KES 585,509 | KES 1,030,496 | KES 117,102 | KES 93,681 | KES 2,997,807 | KES 7,786,881 |
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.
2022 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | KES 3,250,000 – KES 4,000,000 | KES 8,400,000 – KES 10,400,000 | +KES 2,100,000 |
| 2023 | KES 2,800,000 – KES 3,500,000 | KES 7,300,000 – KES 9,100,000 | +KES 1,000,000 |
| 2022 | KES 2,400,000 – KES 3,000,000 | KES 6,300,000 – KES 7,800,000 | – |
| 2021 | KES 2,000,000 – KES 2,500,000 | KES 5,300,000 – KES 6,600,000 | −KES 1,000,000 |
| 2020 | KES 1,800,000 – KES 2,250,000 | KES 4,750,000 – KES 5,900,000 | −KES 1,550,000 |
BYD Sealion 2022 questions
How much is a 2022 BYD Sealion in Kenya?
No 2022 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 6,300,000 – KES 7,800,000 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 2022 BYD Sealion?
KRA values a 2022 BYD Sealion at its CRSP value less 40% depreciation for a 4-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,400,000 – KES 3,000,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2022 BYD Sealion be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2022 BYD Sealion can land up to the end of 2029. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2022 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 2022 depends on the car; a 2022 BYD Sealion's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.