BYD Warranty: What's Covered on the Car and the Battery
BYD offers one of the longer warranties among electric-car brands, with separate cover for the car and for the high-voltage battery. The exact terms depend on the country and the model, so here is what applies in the UK and Australia and what to check before you rely on it.
| Market | Vehicle | High-voltage battery |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 6 years / 93,750 miles | 8 years / 125,000 miles |
| Australia | 6 years / 150,000 km | 8 years / 160,000 km |
| Imported / grey-market | Often not covered locally | Often not covered locally |
Typical terms for recent BYD passenger cars. Terms vary by model and year — confirm the warranty for a specific car with an official BYD dealer.
What the BYD warranty covers
The vehicle warranty covers manufacturing faults in the car's parts and workmanship. The battery warranty covers the high-voltage battery against defects and excessive capacity loss within the stated years or distance, whichever comes first. Routine servicing is required to keep cover valid.
What isn't covered
Wear items such as tyres, brake pads and wiper blades, damage from accidents or misuse, and faults caused by non-approved modifications or repairs are generally excluded. Missed scheduled services can also affect a claim, so keep the service record.
Does the BYD warranty transfer to a new owner?
New-car warranties generally stay with the car when it is sold, so a used BYD can still be covered for the remainder of the term. Ask the seller for the service history and confirm the start date and remaining cover with a BYD dealer using the VIN.
Imported and grey-market BYDs
A BYD imported privately from another country may not be covered by the local distributor's warranty. Before buying an import, check the VIN with a local dealer and assume you may be paying for repairs yourself.
FAQ
How long is the BYD battery warranty?
Typically 8 years — 125,000 miles in the UK and 160,000 km in Australia, whichever comes first. Confirm the terms for a specific model and year with a BYD dealer.
How long is the BYD car warranty?
Typically 6 years — 93,750 miles in the UK and 150,000 km in Australia.
Does BYD offer a lifetime battery warranty?
Not as standard in the UK or Australia, where the typical battery warranty is 8 years. Any extended or lifetime offers are market- and promotion-specific, so check the written terms.
Is the warranty valid on a used BYD?
Usually yes, for the remaining term, as long as the car has been serviced as required. Check the VIN with a dealer to confirm.
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