New RHD Export BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance Trim (New) to
Export BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance 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 510 km CLTC range. Specification sourced from BYD's official domestic price list (configuration: 2025款 EV 智驾版 510KM领先型).
$26,916 landed
FOB 61.8%
Freight/Ins. 6.1%
Duty 17%
VAT 12.7%
Clearance 2.4%
FOB price$16,639
Freight$1,450
Insurance$183
Import duty$4,568
VAT$3,426
Clearance & handling$650
Total landed cost$26,916
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 | $19,836 | View → |
 Thailand | $20,201 | View → |
 United Arab Emirates | $20,795 | View → |
 Philippines | $21,115 | View → |
 Peru | $22,211 | View → |
 Saudi Arabia | $22,714 | View → |
 Chile | $23,698 | View → |
 Kazakhstan | $24,185 | View → |
 Pakistan | $24,367 | View → |
 Egypt | $24,605 | View → |
 Mexico | $26,084 | View → |
 Kenya | $27,144 | View → |
 Nigeria | $27,167 | View → |
 Brazil | $29,510 | View → |
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Questions Buyers Ask
- BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance Trim import duty and landed cost in South Africa — new price?
- Landed cost for a new BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance Trim in South Africa is approximately $26,916 ($16,639 base + $1,633 freight/insurance + $7,994 duty/VAT + $650 clearance).
- How long does shipping the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance Trim to South Africa take?
- 30-42 days (sea freight)
- Does South Africa allow the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance Trim's steering configuration?
- Yes, South Africa uses RHD and we supply the matching RHD variant of the BYD Qin PLUS EV — 2025 EV Smart Drive Edition 510KM Advance 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.