BYD, the world\u2019s largest electric vehicle (EV) maker, is set to launch its latest SUV, the Sealion 07, in Europe, undeterred by recent tariff increases on Chinese-made electric vehicles. This strategic move highlights BYD\u2019s commitment to expanding overseas sales despite economic barriers.<\/p>\n
Deliveries of the Sealion 07 are scheduled to begin in 2025, marking BYD\u2019s seventh all-electric model in the European market, the company announced on Wednesday. Additionally, BYD plans to enter the South Korean market next year, adding to its existing presence in 95 countries worldwide.<\/p>\n
This European expansion comes on the heels of the European Union\u2019s decision last month to impose new tariffs\u2014ranging from 17% to 35.3%\u2014on Chinese electric vehicles following an anti-subsidy investigation. BYD\u2019s EVs are subject to a 17% tariff, in addition to the standard 10% tariff applied to all pure electric cars imported from China. These tariffs, which took effect last month, will remain in place for five years. Meanwhile, U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made EVs increased from 25% to 100% as of September, citing similar concerns.<\/p>\n
Despite the added costs, BYD\u2019s vehicles continue to hold strong appeal in export markets. \u201cBYD\u2019s vehicles remain attractive even after the additional tariffs, so it’s not really a big problem for the company,\u201d said Chen Jinzhu, CEO of Shanghai Mingliang Auto Service, a leading industry consultancy. \u201cThe Sealion 07 exemplifies how BYD\u2019s cost advantage enables it to counteract such trade barriers in key export markets.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shenzhen-based BYD has yet to disclose the European pricing for the Sealion 07. On the mainland, the SUV\u2014featuring a range of 450 kilometers\u2014starts at 189,800 yuan (approximately US$26,272), with deliveries beginning in May.<\/p>\n
According to a report last year from UBS analysts, BYD has a sustainable cost advantage of 25% over traditional European brands.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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