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BYD Seal Novated Lease

Calculate novated lease savings on the BYD Seal ($49,888.00).

Last verified: 2025-07-01 | 2025-26 tax rates

BYD Seal Novated Lease at a Glance

Driveaway price

$49,888.00

Type

EV

Range

570 km

Battery

82.5 kWh

FBT

$0 (exempt)

GST saving

$4,535.27

BYD Seal Novated Lease Savings by Salary

SalaryFortnightlyTax savingTotal saving
$70,000.00$696.83$8,696.44$14,131.71
$85,000.00$696.83$8,696.44$14,131.71
$100,000.00$696.83$8,696.44$14,131.71
$120,000.00$696.83$8,696.44$14,131.71
$150,000.00$696.83$10,598.78$16,034.05

BYD Seal Annual Running Costs

Charging$580.00
Insurance$1,300.00
Registration$800.00
Servicing$400.00
Total per year$3,080.00

Buying vs Novated Lease: BYD Seal

Comparison for an $85,000 salary over 3 years:

Buying outright

$59,788.00

After-tax dollars

Novated lease

$54,352.73

Pre + post-tax mix

Is the BYD Seal worth it on a novated lease?

The BYD Seal is one of Australia's most popular electric vehicles and makes an excellent choice for novated leasing. As an EV priced under $91,387, it qualifies for the FBT exemption, meaning you pay $0 in Fringe Benefits Tax. This makes the BYD Seal significantly cheaper through salary sacrifice than buying outright.

At a driveaway price of $49,888.00, you save $4,535.27 in GST alone. Combined with income tax savings from salary sacrifice, total savings over a 3-year lease can exceed $14,131.71 on an $85,000 salary.

With a 82.5 kWh battery and 570 km of range, the BYD Seal handles daily commuting with ease. Annual charging costs are approximately $580.00 compared to $2,000+ for a comparable petrol car.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a BYD Seal novated lease cost?

On an $85,000 salary with a 3-year lease, the BYD Seal ($49,888.00) costs approximately $696.83 per fortnight including running costs.

Is the BYD Seal FBT exempt?

Yes, the BYD Seal is FBT exempt as it is an electric vehicle priced under $91,387. You pay $0 FBT on a novated lease until March 2027.

How much can I save on a BYD Seal novated lease?

On an $85,000 salary over 3 years, you can save approximately $14,131.71 through GST savings, reduced income tax, and $0 FBT.

What are the running costs of a BYD Seal?

Annual running costs for the BYD Seal are approximately $3,080.00, including charging ($580.00), insurance ($1,300.00), rego ($800.00), and servicing ($400.00).

What is the range of the BYD Seal?

The BYD Seal has a range of approximately 570 km on a full charge with a 82.5 kWh battery pack.

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