- Chinese Car Service and Maintenance Cost Guide KSA 2026: What Owners Pay
- MG 5
- Changan Alsvin
- Haval H6
- BYD Song Plus DM-i
- Jetour Dashing
Chinese Car Service and Maintenance Cost Guide KSA 2026: What Owners Pay
Understanding the real cost of owning a Chinese car in Saudi Arabia is critical for budget planning. This comprehensive guide breaks down service intervals, routine maintenance costs, parts prices, and insurance rates for the most popular Chinese models in Riyadh and Jeddah, based on data from official service centers and owner reports.
Updated July 2026. Data verified against manufacturer specifications and Cartea sales data for KSA.
| Model | Body Style | Starting Price (SAR) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| MG 5 | Sedan | SAR 53,990 | Lowest maintenance cost |
| Changan Alsvin | Sedan | SAR 44,850 | Cheapest service costs |
| Haval H6 | SUV | SAR 99,000 | Best value SUV maintenance |
| BYD Song Plus DM-i | SUV | SAR 130,000 | Lowest hybrid running cost |
| Jetour Dashing | SUV | SAR 66,500 | Best warranty value |
MG 5
Price: SAR 53,990
Pros
- Simple 1.5L engine with widely available parts
- Service interval: 10,000 km
- Average service cost: 400-600 SAR
- 5-year/unlimited km warranty
- 60+ service centers across KSA
Best for: Budget buyers wanting the lowest total ownership cost with widespread service availability.
Changan Alsvin
Price: SAR 44,850
Pros
- Service interval: 10,000 km
- Average service cost: 350-500 SAR
- Affordable genuine parts
- 3-year/100,000 km warranty
- Service packages from 299 SAR
Best for: First-time buyers wanting the cheapest running costs in the Chinese car segment.
Haval H6
Price: SAR 99,000
Pros
- Service interval: 10,000 km
- Average service cost: 600-800 SAR
- Competitive parts pricing — 30% below Toyota
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
- Free first three services on select models
Best for: SUV buyers wanting low maintenance costs with comprehensive warranty coverage.
BYD Song Plus DM-i
Price: SAR 130,000
Pros
- Service interval: 10,000 km or 12 months
- Average service cost: 700-900 SAR
- Hybrid system reduces brake and engine wear
- 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty
- OTA updates reduce dealership visits
Best for: Hybrid buyers wanting low long-term running costs backed by industry-leading battery warranty.
Jetour Dashing
Price: SAR 66,500
Pros
- Service interval: 10,000 km
- Average service cost: 500-700 SAR
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty covers major items
- Rapidly expanding service network
- Mobile service units for remote areas
Best for: Buyers wanting comprehensive warranty coverage with competitive service pricing.
