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BYD Destroyer 05 (Chazor) in Saudi Arabia — Local Name, Rules & Costs

In Saudi Arabia, the BYD Destroyer 05 (驱逐舰05, Qūzhújiàn 05) is sold as the Chazor.

What it is called in Saudi Arabia

Market Badge Notes
China (domestic) BYD Destroyer 05 (驱逐舰05 · Qūzhújiàn 05) Domestic name
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Chazor Market export name

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia import rules at a glance

Customs duty
5%
VAT
15%
Age limit
≤ 5 years
Emission standard
Verify
Drive side
LHD

Saudi Arabia is a GCC market — vehicles must meet the Gulf (GCC) specification and pass the regional conformity regime, such as SASO/SABER certification in Saudi Arabia or ESMA type approval in the UAE.

  • SASO/SABER cert
  • No accident / no modified cars
  • Over-age compensation fee 20-50%

How to import this car into Saudi Arabia

  1. Verify the vehicle is no more than 5 years old at customs clearance.
  2. Obtain Gulf (GCC) conformity certification for Saudi Arabia — e.g. SASO/SABER in Saudi Arabia or ESMA type approval in the UAE.
  3. Budget 5% customs duty plus 15% VAT on top of the vehicle price.
  4. No drive-side conversion needed: Saudi Arabia is a left-hand-drive market, same as China.

Frequently asked questions

What is the BYD Destroyer 05 called in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, the BYD Destroyer 05 (驱逐舰05, Qūzhújiàn 05) is sold as the Chazor.

How much tax do I pay importing a Chazor into Saudi Arabia?

Importing a used Chazor into Saudi Arabia means a 5% customs duty and 15% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.

Can I import a used Chazor into Saudi Arabia?

Yes, used imports are possible: imported vehicles must be no more than 5 years old. Saudi Arabia is a left-hand-drive market, so vehicles must be left-hand drive.

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FOB pricing, Saudi Arabia market rules and landed-cost estimates for the Chazor — via AutoGlobal.

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