BYD Sealion 2026 price in Kenya
No 2026 BYD Sealion 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 10,500,000 – KES 13,000,000 landed across 3 KRA versions.
Import duty on a BYD Sealion 2026, by version
KRA treats a BYD Sealion 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEALION 7 82.5 RWD COMFORT | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 13,675,377 | KES 6,351,040 | KES 1,587,760 | KES 793,880 | KES 1,397,229 | KES 158,776 | KES 127,021 | KES 4,064,666 | KES 10,520,706 |
| SEALION 7 82.5 AWD DESIGN | 82.5 kWh · Electric | KES 15,385,156 | KES 7,145,086 | KES 1,786,272 | KES 893,136 | KES 1,571,919 | KES 178,627 | KES 142,902 | KES 4,572,856 | KES 11,822,942 |
| SEALION 7 91.3 AWD EXCELLENCE | 91.3 kWh · Electric | KES 16,809,971 | KES 7,806,790 | KES 1,951,698 | KES 975,849 | KES 1,717,494 | KES 195,170 | KES 156,136 | KES 4,996,347 | KES 12,908,137 |
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 4,050,000 – KES 5,000,000 | KES 10,500,000 – KES 13,000,000 | – |
| 2025 | KES 4,050,000 – KES 5,000,000 | KES 10,500,000 – KES 13,000,000 | Same |
| 2024 | KES 3,250,000 – KES 4,000,000 | KES 8,400,000 – KES 10,400,000 | −KES 2,100,000 |
BYD Sealion 2026 questions
How much is a 2026 BYD Sealion in Kenya?
No 2026 BYD Sealion is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 10,500,000 – KES 13,000,000 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 Sealion?
KRA values a 2026 BYD Sealion 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 4,050,000 – KES 5,000,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2026 BYD Sealion be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2026 BYD Sealion can land up to the end of 2033. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2026 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 2026 depends on the car; a 2026 BYD Sealion's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.