New RHD Export BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim (New) to
Export BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim (New) to 
South Africa
The BYD Qin PLUS EV is a compact electric sedan from BYD's current export-eligible New Energy Vehicle lineup, offering up to 120 km CLTC range. Specification sourced from BYD's official domestic price list (configuration: 2025款 DM-i 智驾版 120KM超越型).
$23,688 landed
FOB 60.9%
Freight/Ins. 6.8%
Duty 16.9%
VAT 12.7%
Clearance 2.7%
FOB price$14,417
Freight$1,450
Insurance$159
Import duty$4,007
VAT$3,005
Clearance & handling$650
Total landed cost$23,688
Estimate only — confirm current duty/VAT rates with a licensed customs broker in South Africa before ordering.
Shipping
| Port of loading | Shenzhen Yantian Port |
| Estimated transit | 30-42 days (sea freight) |
| Steering required | RHD |
| Steering match | Yes — RHD variant available |
South Africa Import Notes
South Africa applies import duty plus VAT on imported vehicles under SARS/ITAC rules. A dedicated reduced-duty framework for electric vehicles has been proposed and is subject to change. Figures on this site are indicative estimates only — confirm current rates with SARS/ITAC or a licensed customs clearing agent before ordering.
Compare with Other Markets
| Country | Landed Total | |
|---|---|---|
 Colombia | $17,477 | View → |
 Thailand | $17,798 | View → |
 United Arab Emirates | $18,318 | View → |
 Philippines | $18,599 | View → |
 Peru | $19,561 | View → |
 Saudi Arabia | $20,001 | View → |
 Chile | $20,866 | View → |
 Kazakhstan | $21,292 | View → |
 Pakistan | $21,452 | View → |
 Egypt | $21,660 | View → |
 Mexico | $22,958 | View → |
 Kenya | $23,888 | View → |
 Nigeria | $23,908 | View → |
 Brazil | $25,963 | View → |
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Questions Buyers Ask
- BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim import duty and landed cost in South Africa — new price?
- Landed cost for a new BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim in South Africa is approximately $23,688 ($14,417 base + $1,609 freight/insurance + $7,012 duty/VAT + $650 clearance).
- How long does shipping the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim to South Africa take?
- 30-42 days (sea freight)
- Does South Africa allow the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim's steering configuration?
- Yes, South Africa uses RHD and we supply the matching RHD variant of the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 DM-i Smart Drive Edition 120KM Surpass Trim.
- What is the used-vehicle age limit in South Africa?
- Used vehicle imports into South Africa require an ITAC import permit and are generally restricted to specific categories (e.g. inheritance, returning residents); standard commercial import of used passenger cars is not normally permitted. Verify current rules with ITAC or a licensed clearing agent before ordering a used unit.