Audi A1 value and depreciation
Known for polo-based premium badge appeal.
Projected value of a new Audi A1
We class the Audi A1 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 81% | R 428 012 | R 376 651 |
| 3 years | 62% | R 329 647 | R 290 089 |
| 5 years | 47% | R 248 021 | R 218 258 |
| 7 years | 35% | R 184 412 | R 162 283 |
| 10 years | 22% | R 116 154 | R 102 216 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 530 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Audi's smallest model shares its platform with the VW Polo and is sold here as a Sportback only. It targets buyers stepping up from a Polo GTI or cross-shopping a Mini. Resale is respectable, though it depreciates faster than the Polo it is based on.
What used A1 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 A1 | R 530 900 | R 467 192 | Details → |
| 2025 A1 | R 405 698 | R 357 014 | Details → |
| 2024 A1 | R 337 479 | R 296 982 | Details → |
| 2023 A1 | R 280 732 | R 247 044 | Details → |
| 2022 A1 | R 230 812 | R 203 115 | Details → |
| 2021 A1 | R 189 769 | R 166 997 | Details → |
| 2020 A1 | R 156 024 | R 137 301 | Details → |
| 2019 A1 | R 126 772 | R 111 559 | Details → |
| 2018 A1 | R 103 003 | R 90 643 | Details → |
| 2017 A1 | R 83 691 | R 73 648 | Details → |
| 2016 A1 | R 68 000 | R 59 840 | Details → |
| 2015 A1 | R 55 251 | R 48 621 | Details → |
A1 against its rivals
Where the A1 ranks
Audi A1: common questions
What is a Audi A1 worth after 3 years?
A Audi A1 bought new today for R 530 900 is projected to be worth about R 329 647 after three years, which is 62% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 290 089.
Does the Audi A1 hold its value?
We class the Audi A1 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Audi A1 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 337 479 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 55 251. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi A1 cost per month?
Financing a new Audi A1 at R 530 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 9 279 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.