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Chinese cars in South Africa
Compare Chinese brands and models with official availability records in South Africa, including reference prices, warranty, dealer coverage and import-tax research.
ZhongAuto's database lists 2 models from 2 Chinese brands with official availability records in South Africa. The lowest reference starting price among them is the BYD Atto 3 at $19,703. Recorded import duty is 25.0% and VAT is 15.0%.
THIS WEEK · 2026-10-25
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officially available models
Chinese brands
average reference starting price
Chinese brands sold in South Africa
Chinese models available in South Africa
| Model | Powertrain | Starting price | Warranty | Dealers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BYD Atto 3 | EV | $19,703 | — | — |
| Chery Tiggo 8 Pro | ICE | $31,226 | — | — |
South Africa import tax and cost research
ZhongAuto's research records an import-duty rate of 25.0% and VAT of 15.0%. These are directional research figures, so confirm current obligations with local customs, a dealer or a qualified adviser before buying or importing.
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