BYD Pick Your Perk NZ: savings, stock rules and exclusions

BYD buyers comparing late-2026 offers need to look beyond the “up to $4,000” headline. Ebbett’s published Pick Your Perk terms specify $2,000 off eligible Dynamic variants, $3,000 off Premium variants, and $4,000 off Performance variants. Essential variants are excluded.

The campaign runs from 1 October to 31 December 2026, or while stocks last, through participating authorised dealers. The vehicle must be registered before 31 December. That makes stock location and registration timing part of the price, rather than details to settle after choosing a car.

The saving follows the variant, not just the model

The published eligible-model list includes ATTO 1, ATTO 2 BEV and DM-i, ATTO 3 EVO, SEALION 5, SEALION 6, SEALION 7, SEALION 8, and SHARK 6, where eligible Dynamic, Premium, or Performance versions are offered. It does not establish that every grade of every model receives a discount.

The exclusion of Essential is particularly relevant to a shopper starting from the lowest ATTO 1 banner price. A model’s presence in the campaign is not permission to subtract the Dynamic saving from an Essential quote. Ask the dealer to identify the exact variant and its eligible saving separately.

A higher grade can also remain more expensive after receiving a larger perk. Compare the actual net price and equipment, rather than choosing a Performance version simply because its advertised saving is bigger. The useful number is the difference between matched written quotes after all eligible discounts and charges.

In-country stock is a firm condition

Ebbett’s terms restrict the offer to stock already in the country. They also require registration before the campaign deadline. An estimated future shipment and a deposit paid during the promotion are not automatically equivalent to an eligible registered vehicle.

Before relying on the saving, ask where the car is, whether it is allocated to the order, and whether the dealer expects registration to meet the deadline. Record what happens to the agreed price if delivery is delayed. Dealers may impose additional conditions, so keep the particular dealership’s terms with the order rather than relying only on a national-style banner.

Colour, accessories, and on-road costs should be itemised as well. The promotion describes a saving off RRP, not a complete drive-away quote. A price comparison becomes much clearer when both alternatives include the same delivery, registration, paint, and accessory assumptions.

Compare the cash offer with finance as separate choices

The published terms say the promotion cannot be combined with other BYD promotions, discounts, or finance offers. Fleet, government, and lease-company purchases are also excluded. A business or salary-package buyer should establish eligibility before using the retail saving in an acquisition budget.

For a private buyer choosing between cash savings and a finance promotion, request the total payable under each eligible arrangement. The interest rate, fees, deposit, term, and any final payment can change the result. A larger advertised discount does not establish the less expensive financing outcome.

Keep an offer comparison dated and attached to the exact car. Identify the grade, RRP, eligible perk, remaining vehicle price, on-road costs, payment terms, stock status, and registration deadline. Accept the saving only when the dealer’s written record shows that the vehicle and buyer satisfy the same conditions as the advertisement.

Sources

• Pick Your Perk terms — Ebbett, October–December 2026 campaign.
• BYD ATTO 1 grades.