Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, through CFAO Mobility Kenya, has officially revealed the retail prices of its EV lineup in Kenya. The brand is bringing a mix of affordable entry-level EVs and premium models to the local market. This gives Kenyan buyers more choice as the shift toward sustainable mobility gathers pace.

Below is the full breakdown of BYD car prices in Kenya (2025):

ModelPre-VAT (KES)VAT Inclusive (KES)Duty Free (KES)
Dolphin Standard Range5,575,0006,407,0003,904,000
Dolphin Premium Extended Range6,137,0007,119,0004,290,700
Atto3 Standard Range6,950,0008,062,0004,850,300
Atto3 Extended Range7,726,7008,963,0005,383,300
Seal RWD Standard Range9,479,30010,996,0006,609,200
Seal Excellence AWD11,037,10012,800,0007,688,600
Sealion 6 DMi Active FWD7,041,4008,168,0004,557,200
Sealion 6 DMi Dynamic FWD7,455,2008,648,0004,810,300
Sealion 6 DMi Premium AWD8,557,8009,914,0005,522,000
Sealion 7 Standard Range RWD11,625,00013,485,0008,061,600
Sealion 7 Extended Range AWD12,567,20014,578,0008,714,600

  • Entry-level EVs: The BYD Dolphin is the most affordable option that starts from around KES 6.4 million VAT inclusive.
  • Mid-range SUVs: The Atto3 and Sealion 6 series fall in the KES 8M–9M range. This makes them appealing to families and professionals looking for a practical EV with a good range.
  • Premium EVs: The BYD Seal and Sealion 7 target buyers seeking performance and luxury. Prices can go as high as KES 14.5 million.

Companies and organisations bringing in EVs for fleet operations could enjoy significant savings with the duty-free incentives.