“Expensive To Maintain”: Woman Shows R500k Girliest Car Ever, Mzansi Worried About Servicing Costs

• A lady shared what she believed to be the girliest car ever online, which was a R500,000 Chinese BYD
• The brand of vehicle has become one of the biggest in the world and is the leading manufacturer in China
• South Africans were deeply curious about the cute automobile and many wanted to know what it would take to service it

South Africans love their cars but vehicles that aren't German usually get the side eye or deep curiosity. It was the latter for many netizens when a woman showed off what she thinks is the girliest car ever.

New kid on the block

The wayne.from.byd TikTok account shared the clip showing the cute pink hot hatch. The interior of it looks stunning with screens replacing a traditional dashboard. The car is an electric vehicle (EV) too, which means that the tyres and brake pads are the only things that need to be serviced, according to the TikTok account. The clip was posted with the caption:

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"Best girlies car ever made, it’s even rated by of very own princess @Ntando Sgudla🇿🇦 get yourself a @BYD_South Africa today!!"

See the video below:

BYD to the world

China has shaken up the automobile business in recent years. Their flagship car brand, BYD, has crushed competition like Volkswagen and other popular car makers worldwide, especially concerning EVs. EVs have been a hot topic as of late. Some countries are aiming to push for an adoption of them while others are still holding on to internal combustion engines.

Other car makers cannot compete when it comes to manufacturing EVs. China has cornered the market regarding battery manufacturing and other key components needed for EVs. South Africans were deeply curious about the car and shared their thoughts about it.

Read the comments below:

Divorce Attorney 🇿🇦⚖️ said:

"Looks expensive to maintain."

Tamia 🤍 mentioned:

"Cute, but it’s still not an AMG GLE high-performance with a V-8 twin-turn turbo engine I'm afraid."

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sooposh asked:

"Cute car but how does one get it maintained (serviced and parts) and how is it on gas, is it smart (parking)?"

ClarinetKitty commented:

"🤣 I hope the “girlies” have good credit 🤣"

AlsoAaLiyah asked:

"Where do people get these cars serviced?"

Precious Minu | ContentCreator shared:

"I would love this but the problem is my budget is R2000 once off 😭😭"

NicRamzzz posted:

"They need to send me one immediately 😭"

Growing popularity of Chinese cars in South Africa

Chinese car brands are gaining popularity in South Africa with their affordability and tech-packed features. Whether you want a budget-friendly ride or a premium SUV, there are plenty of options.

1. Haval leads the pack: Known for stylish SUVs, Haval has gained a strong following with models like the Jolion and H6. The Jolion starts at R345,950.
2. Chery’s big comeback: Chery has made a strong return with the Tiggo range, offering modern designs and advanced features. Known for its value proposition, you can cop an SUV with R279,900.
3. GWM bakkies stand out: Great Wall Motors (GWM) impresses with reliable and budget-friendly bakkies like the P-Series. This bakkie blends toughness with modern features, priced at R413,050.
4. BAIC enters the scene: With its affordable models, BAIC is becoming a popular choice for budget-conscious buyers. Built for off-road adventures, the rugged B40 Plus SUV starts at R564,500.
5. Jetour's rise: A new contender in the market, Jetour’s lineup, including the X70 and X90, is gaining traction for its mix of value and high-end features. The prices range from R350,000 to R500,000.

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Source: Briefly News