MOQ exists because export orders are consolidated into container or vessel bookings, and factory production planning is done in batches. A single-unit or very small order is still possible in some cases but usually comes at a pricing and lead-time disadvantage compared to a consolidated order.

How Order Size Affects Unit Pricing

Unit pricing on new BYD export orders is tiered by volume. As the order quantity increases, the FOB (Free on Board) unit price generally decreases, reflecting factory-level volume discounts, better container utilization, and lower per-unit administrative overhead. A rough pattern buyers can expect:

  • 1-2 units: standard list FOB pricing, limited or no discount
  • 3-9 units: first pricing tier, modest per-unit discount
  • 10-29 units: stronger tier, meaningful per-unit savings
  • 30+ units (fleet or multi-container): best available pricing, often with priority production scheduling

Exact discount percentages vary by model, current factory incentives, and market conditions, so it is always best to request a live quote for your specific model mix and quantity.

Typical Order Sizes: Dealers vs. Fleet Buyers

Independent dealers and smaller importers most commonly order in the 5-20 unit range per shipment, often mixing 2-4 different models to match local market demand (for example, combining a compact EV like the Dolphin with a crossover like the Atto 3 or Song PLUS EV). This mixed-model approach lets a dealer test multiple products in one shipment while still qualifying for volume pricing.

Fleet buyers, rental operators, and government or corporate procurement programs tend to order in larger single-model batches, often 20-100+ units of the same vehicle, since fleet operations benefit from standardized maintenance, parts inventory, and driver training. Large fleet orders are also where trade financing and staged payment structures become most relevant, since production and shipping are typically spread across multiple batches.

Mixing Models Within One Order

It is common and generally accepted to combine several different BYD models within a single export order to reach the overall MOQ threshold, especially when ordering close to the 5-10 unit range. This is a practical way for smaller dealers to access volume pricing without committing to a single model in bulk.

Because MOQ, lead time, and pricing tiers shift with production schedules and current factory allocation, the figures above should be treated as general guidance rather than fixed quotes. Every new-vehicle warranty remains standard regardless of order size: 6 years / 150,000 km on the vehicle and 8 years / 150,000 km on the Blade Battery.

BYD Global Export is an independent export trading company and is not an authorized dealer or representative of BYD Auto Co., Ltd.

For current MOQ thresholds and tiered pricing on the specific models and quantities you are considering, reach out via WhatsApp for a live quote.