Zeekr and BYD Localization in Kyiv: What's Included, Process Safety, and Price from $300
You import a Zeekr or BYD, get behind the wheel — and the infotainment speaks Chinese. The menus, the voice assistant, the prompts on the instrument panel are all built for the domestic Chinese market. This is not a fault and not a sign of a "problem" car — the factory software simply hasn't been adapted for Ukraine yet. At EVLANG we do legal localization: we translate the interface, set up navigation and online services so the EV works the way you expect. Below is exactly what the job includes, how we keep the process safe, and what it costs. Prices start from $300.
What It Is and Why You Need It
Localization means adapting the vehicle's software for the region: interface language, maps, units of measurement, online services and voice control. We don't "crack" the system or interfere with the manufacturer's protection — we simply configure what is already built into the car for the Ukrainian owner.
Without localization, part of the functionality stays Chinese-only or unavailable: navigation prompts are hard to read, climate settings are unclear, and the voice assistant is hard to figure out. Why fix it?
- Safety. With menus and navigation in your own language, you're not distracted from the road trying to decode characters.
- Comfort. Clear climate, media and assistant settings in everyday use.
- Resale value. A car with a familiar interface is easier and calmer to pass on to the next owner.
What's Included and How We Work
We build the process to be transparent and safe at every step:
- Diagnostics (~15 min). We read the configuration, check the software version and compatibility.
- Backup. Before any change we back up the current state — the foundation of a safe rollback.
- Interface localization. Menus, prompts and the voice assistant in your language.
- Navigation and online services (the LANG+CONNECT package) — so maps and connected features work correctly in Ukraine.
- Safe rollback. If anything goes wrong, we restore the system to its original state.
Critical electronic modules — battery management, braking systems, ADAS units — we leave untouched. We quote the price right after reading the VIN and inspecting the car, with no hidden charges. The work is done in our own workshop in Kyiv (21 Prykoliyna St.) and usually takes 1–2 hours.
A note on updates. If an official OTA update overwrites the localization, we re-apply it free of charge within 6 months. That's our guarantee, and it's agreed upfront.
Models and Compatibility
The core focus of our hub is Zeekr and BYD:
- Zeekr: 001, 007, 7X, X, 009. Premium sedans and crossovers with large screens and rich infotainment that benefit most from localization.
- BYD: Leopard 3 and 8 (Fangchengbao), Song / Tang / Han, YangWang U8, the DiLink platform. Here it's important to adapt the interface and services correctly without disturbing factory algorithms.
We also localize Audi (Q4 / Q5 e-tron, e-tron GT, MMI/ODIS systems) and VW ID.3–ID.7 (MIB3) — but Zeekr and BYD remain our key direction.
Prices and Turnaround
We work in packages — it's clearer that way:
| Package | What's included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| LANG BASIC | Interface localization | from $300 |
| LANG+CONNECT | Language + navigation + online services | from $500 |
| ADAPTER DC | Fast-charging adapter | individual |
| Auto-Concierge | We collect and return your car | from $100 |
Starting prices by brand:
| Brand | Price from |
|---|---|
| Zeekr | $300 |
| BYD | $350 |
| Audi | $400 |
| VW ID | $350 |
Turnaround is simple: diagnostics take about 15 minutes, the work itself 1–2 hours in the workshop. We confirm the exact cost after reading the VIN and inspecting the car — no hidden add-ons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe for the car? Yes. We make a backup, perform a rollback if needed, and never touch critical modules — battery management, brakes, ADAS.
What happens after an official update? If an OTA overwrites the localization, we re-apply it free of charge within 6 months.
How long does it take? Usually 1–2 hours in the workshop plus a short diagnostic at the start.
How do I find out the exact price? We quote it right after reading the VIN and inspecting the car — with no hidden charges.
Where are you located? Kyiv, 21 Prykoliyna St., daily from 09:00 to 21:00.
Ready to localize your Zeekr or BYD calmly, with no risk to the car? Message us on Telegram, WhatsApp or Viber, or call +38 (063) 010-12-34. For more detail on each brand, see our Zeekr localization and BYD localization pages.