The German car subscription provider Finn has signed a framework agreement with BYD $1211 (-0,87%) for the delivery of up to 5,000 vehicles over the next ten months. As part of this, five different BYD models can be booked with Finn with immediate effect. And the new BYD Dolphin Surf small electric car will soon be added as the sixth model.
BYD only sold 2,891 vehicles in Germany in 2024 as a whole. According to KBA statistics, this was 30 percent fewer than in 2023. Now the Munich-based car subscription provider Finn alone wants to sell up to 5,000 units in the next ten months. These proportions show the symbolic value of the deal for BYD - also in perspective: according to a press release we received, both sides are entering into a "long-term strategic partnership". This will be the first time that BYD models will be used on subscription at Finn.
The BYD model range available to order at Finn with immediate effect includes the electric models Dolphin, Atto 2, Seal, Sealion 7 and the plug-in hybrid Seal U DM-i. In addition, the new BYD Dolphin Surf will be available at Finn directly from the market launch in Germany. According to the Munich-based company, all of the models mentioned are now available with terms of between six and 24 months and from 259 euros per month.
"This agreement is a clear commitment to a long-term partnership and joint growth between FINN and BYD," emphasizes Jürgen Lobach, Chief Fleet Officer and Managing Director at Finn. "Together, we are driving the transformation towards sustainable mobility - fast, scalable and accessible to all. With BYD as a strong partner, we are expanding our range with high-quality, innovative and affordable vehicles and offering our customers one of the most diverse e-portfolios on the market."
Maria Grazia Davino, SVP Regional Managing Director BYD Europe, comments: "We are delighted to have FINN as a long-term partner. Together with FINN, we will be able to introduce even more drivers to the outstanding BYD vehicle technologies and convince them of the benefits of electric mobility."
The Chinese manufacturer's interest is therefore clear: to make BYD better known as a new brand in the country and to reduce reservations.
