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Entity Snapshot
The Seres SF5 is a suv EREV from SERES, listed from $32,890 ex-factory. from a 40 kWh pack. Positioned for export buyers evaluating FOB cost, homologation and container logistics.
| Trim / version | Standard (base) |
| Battery | NMC (CATL) · 40 kWh |
| Range (CLTC / WLTP) | N/A / N/A |
| Drive power | N/A |
| Fast charge (30–80%) | 快充0.72h |
| FOB reference price | ≈ $32,890 (ex-factory reference) |
Powertrain & Architecture
| Drive layout | RWD / AWD |
| Motor type | PMSM (dual motor) |
| Motor model | N/A |
| Motor power | N/A |
| Torque | N/A |
| 0–100 km/h | N/A |
| Battery thermal management | Liquid cooling |
| Heat pump | Yes |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link |
| Brakes | Front ventilated disc / rear disc |
| Drag coefficient (Cd) | N/A |
Fields map directly to the vehicle record; N/A where the manufacturer specification was not confirmed. Values without a cited source are left unstated rather than estimated.
Dimensions & Logistics
| Length | 4700 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm |
| Curb weight | N/A |
| Gross weight | N/A |
| Ground clearance | N/A |
| Trunk capacity | N/A |
Outer envelope & 40HQ packing (estimate)
- Outer volume (L×W×H)
- 14.74 m³
- Length grade
- compact–midsize
- 40HQ units (rack/crate)
- 2 units estimate
Basis: RoRo is the standard method; the 40HQ figure is a length-graded estimate for racked/crated container shipment — ≤4.0 m ≈ 3 units, 4.0–5.0 m ≈ 2 units, >5.0 m ≈ 1 unit per 40HQ (internal ≈12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 m). Confirm packing density with the freight forwarder.
Market Compliance & Export Profile
| HS code | 870340 — 870340 — plug-in hybrid / hybrid electric vehicles |
| Charging interface | GB/T AC + GB/T DC (China domestic) |
| Charging adapter (export) | Type 2 (AC) adapter for EU AC charging |
| Infotainment language | Chinese / English |
| Network bands | N/A |
| Certification notes | EU: WVTA type approval; GB/T port needs Type 2 (AC) adapter. GCC: GSO conformity certificate. |
China-market vehicles use the GB/T charging standard; EU destinations require a CCS2 (DC) / Type 2 (AC) adapter or an OEM EU-spec port. Infotainment language and cellular band support are N/A where the manufacturer has not published export-spec details.
Estimated Landed Cost by Market
Estimated total import cost to each destination — duty, countervailing duty, VAT/GST, freight and compliance.
Confidence: Medium · Last verified: 2026-10-21
Estimated Landed Cost Breakdown — Germany
| Base price | $32,890 |
| Standard import duty | $3,289 |
| Countervailing duty | $0 |
| VAT | $6,874 |
| RoRo freight EV Hub estimate | $2,000 |
| Customs clearance EV Hub estimate | $350 |
| Certification EV Hub estimate | $3,250 |
| Registration EV Hub estimate | $500 |
| Inland transport EV Hub estimate | $500 |
| Estimated landed cost (total) | $49,653 |
Benchmarking Matrix
Same-segment, nearest-price competitors selected from the EV Hub catalog (517-vehicle pool). FOB column uses the ex-factory reference price.
| Model | Battery | Wheelbase | Fast charge | FOB (ref.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seres SF5 (this model) | 40 kWh | 2875 mm | 快充0.72h | $32,890 |
| GAC Motor E8 | 25.57 kWh | 2930 mm | 30 min | $32,790 |
| GAC Motor Xiangwang S9 | 44.5 kWh | 2930 mm | 15 min (30-80%) | $32,380 |
Source: EV Hub catalog (manufacturer specifications). Figures are for reference comparison only.
Data Sources & Verification
- ✓ Manufacturer specifications (base price, range, battery, dimensions)
- ✓ EU Reg 2024/2754 tariff rates (standard & countervailing duty)
- ✓ Market VAT / GST rates (official legislation)
- ≈ RoRo freight
- ≈ Certification
- ≈ Registration
- ≈ Customs clearance
- ≈ Landed cost total · 40HQ packing
Data source: EV Hub catalog + manufacturer specs (brakes/infotainment per manufacturer standard; numeric deep fields verified via spec tables + en.wikipedia.org, 2026-10-21) · Last updated: 2026-10-21 · Confidence: Medium · Status: Pending review
Specifications
| Price basis | China ex-factory price (MSRP) |
| Powertrain | EREV |
| Body type | SUV |
| Battery | 40 kWh |
| Battery type | NMC (CATL) |
| Length | 4700 mm |
| Width | 1930 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm |
| Fast charge | 快充0.72h |
Seres SF5 (starting at $32,890) is a SUV from SERES.
- Battery: 40.0 kWh
Overview
Seres SF5 is an SUV range-extended electric from Seres, in rear- or all-wheel-drive form. For the SUV range-extended electric, the least-costly destination is Qatar, near +17.7% over base ($38,714 landed); Germany levies only the 10% standard tariff. With a $32,890 ex-factory price, the SUV range-extended electric reads as mid-tier. Specification highlights are a MacPherson strut front / Multi-link rear suspension layout and NMC (CATL) chemistry. As a SUV range-extended electric, it is aimed at families and commercial fleet operators evaluating mid-market landed cost.
Landed Cost by Market
Estimated landed cost to import this vehicle into key export markets, including import duty, countervailing duty, VAT/GST, freight, and compliance costs.
| Destination | Region | Total landed (USD) | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | EU | $49,653 | +51.0% |
| France | EU | $49,914 | +51.8% |
| Netherlands | EU | $50,276 | +52.9% |
| Sweden | EU | $51,393 | +56.3% |
| Denmark | EU | $54,823 | +66.7% |
| Spain | EU | $49,986 | +52.0% |
| Italy | EU | $50,488 | +53.5% |
| Belgium | EU | $50,026 | +52.1% |
| Austria | EU | $49,714 | +51.2% |
| Portugal | EU | $50,800 | +54.5% |
| Ireland | EU | $50,800 | +54.5% |
| Poland | EU | $50,655 | +54.0% |
| United Kingdom | Non-EU Europe | $49,664 | +51.0% |
| Norway | Non-EU Europe | $48,362 | +47.0% |
| Switzerland | Non-EU Europe | $43,026 | +30.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | Middle East | $40,711 | +23.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | Middle East | $44,164 | +34.3% |
| Israel | Middle East | $46,376 | +41.0% |
| Qatar | Middle East | $38,714 | +17.7% |
| Turkey | Middle East | $59,505 | +80.9% |
| Australia | Oceania | $42,029 | +27.8% |
| New Zealand | Oceania | $43,196 | +31.3% |
| Thailand | Southeast Asia | $39,842 | +21.1% |
| Malaysia | Southeast Asia | $42,637 | +29.6% |
| Indonesia | Southeast Asia | $59,461 | +80.8% |
| Singapore | Southeast Asia | $47,880 | +45.6% |
| Mexico | North America | $64,278 | +95.4% |
| Canada | North America | $43,681 | +32.8% |
| Brazil | Latin America | $58,519 | +77.9% |
| South Africa | Africa | $53,509 | +62.7% |
Detailed Breakdown — Germany
| Cost item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base price | $32,890 |
| Standard import duty (10%) | $3,289 |
| VAT (19%) | $6,874 |
| RoRo freight | $2,000 |
| Customs clearance | $350 |
| Certification | $3,250 |
| Registration | $500 |
| Inland transport | $500 |
| Total landed | $49,653 |
Premium over base price: +51.0%