BYD Sealion 2023 price in Kenya
No 2023 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 3 years old to KRA, which takes 30% off its CRSP value: about KES 7,300,000 – KES 9,100,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Sealion 2023, by version
KRA treats a BYD Sealion 2023 landing in 2026 as 3 years old and takes 30% 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 4,445,728 | KES 1,111,432 | KES 555,716 | KES 978,060 | KES 111,143 | KES 88,915 | KES 2,845,266 | KES 7,395,994 |
| SEALION 7 82.5 AWD DESIGN | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 15,385,156 | KES 5,001,560 | KES 1,250,390 | KES 625,195 | KES 1,100,343 | KES 125,039 | KES 100,031 | KES 3,200,998 | KES 8,307,558 |
| SEALION 7 91.3 AWD EXCELLENCE | 91.3 kWh · Electric | KES 16,809,971 | KES 5,464,753 | KES 1,366,188 | KES 683,094 | KES 1,202,246 | KES 136,619 | KES 109,295 | KES 3,497,442 | KES 9,067,195 |
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.
2023 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | KES 4,050,000 – KES 5,000,000 | KES 10,500,000 – KES 13,000,000 | +KES 3,200,000 |
| 2024 | KES 3,250,000 – KES 4,000,000 | KES 8,400,000 – KES 10,400,000 | +KES 1,100,000 |
| 2023 | KES 2,800,000 – KES 3,500,000 | KES 7,300,000 – KES 9,100,000 | – |
| 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 | −KES 2,000,000 |
BYD Sealion 2023 questions
How much is a 2023 BYD Sealion in Kenya?
No 2023 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 7,300,000 – KES 9,100,000 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 2023 BYD Sealion?
KRA values a 2023 BYD Sealion at its CRSP value less 30% depreciation for a 3-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 2,800,000 – KES 3,500,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2023 BYD Sealion be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2023 BYD Sealion can land up to the end of 2030. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2023 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 2023 depends on the car; a 2023 BYD Sealion's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.