September 16, 2026 · 18 min read
Importing a Chinese EV to Malaysia: 5% Duty, 10% SST, and the CBU-to-CKD Pivot
Importing a Chinese EV to Malaysia stacks a 5% ACFTA import duty and a 10% sales tax — a $24,690 BYD Seal lands at $33,167 (+34.3%). But since 2026 the binding rule is the route: CBU imports face a RM200,000 minimum CIF value and a 180 kW minimum, while locally assembled EVs keep full exemptions until end-2027.
Malaysia EV Import Landed Cost