BYD Seal value and depreciation
Known for supercar-baiting acceleration for sedan money.
Projected value of a new BYD Seal
We class the BYD Seal as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 29% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 66% | R 665 012 | R 585 211 |
| 3 years | 44% | R 439 412 | R 386 683 |
| 5 years | 29% | R 294 424 | R 259 093 |
| 7 years | 20% | R 202 780 | R 178 446 |
| 10 years | 12% | R 123 998 | R 109 118 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 007 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
BYD's electric sports sedan went on sale in October 2024 from just under R1 million. The AWD Performance version reaches 100km/h in under 4 seconds, undercutting German rivals on power per rand. Volumes are small and depreciation is steep, as with most seven-figure EVs in SA.
What used Seal years are worth today
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Seal against its rivals
Where the Seal ranks
BYD Seal: common questions
What is a BYD Seal worth after 3 years?
A BYD Seal bought new today for R 1 007 900 is projected to be worth about R 439 412 after three years, which is 44% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 386 683.
Does the BYD Seal hold its value?
We class the BYD Seal as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 29% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used BYD Seal cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 482 299 retail today, while a 2024 model sits around R 482 299. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BYD Seal cost per month?
Financing a new BYD Seal at R 1 007 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 17 616 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.