Audi A8 value and depreciation
Known for understated aluminium limousine.
Projected value of a new Audi A8
We class the Audi A8 as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 54% after three years and 37% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 76% | R 2 092 701 | R 1 841 577 |
| 3 years | 54% | R 1 485 413 | R 1 307 163 |
| 5 years | 37% | R 1 028 238 | R 904 849 |
| 7 years | 25% | R 702 789 | R 618 454 |
| 10 years | 14% | R 389 625 | R 342 870 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 2 759 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Audi's limousine never matched the S-Class or 7 Series for local sales, and from the 2022 facelift only the performance S8 remained on the South African price list at R2.76 million. Used cars offer enormous spec for the money. Values fall hard and fast, which is typical of the segment.
What used A8 years are worth today
Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.
| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 A8 | R 1 485 413 | R 1 307 163 | Details → |
| 2022 A8 | R 1 235 863 | R 1 087 559 | Details → |
| 2021 A8 | R 974 633 | R 857 677 | Details → |
| 2020 A8 | R 768 621 | R 676 386 | Details → |
| 2019 A8 | R 598 504 | R 526 684 | Details → |
| 2018 A8 | R 466 039 | R 410 114 | Details → |
| 2017 A8 | R 362 892 | R 319 345 | Details → |
| 2016 A8 | R 282 574 | R 248 665 | Details → |
| 2015 A8 | R 220 033 | R 193 629 | Details → |
| 2014 A8 | R 171 334 | R 150 774 | Details → |
| 2013 A8 | R 133 413 | R 117 403 | Details → |
| 2012 A8 | R 103 885 | R 91 419 | Details → |
A8 against its rivals
Audi A8: common questions
What is a Audi A8 worth after 3 years?
A Audi A8 bought new today for R 2 759 000 is projected to be worth about R 1 485 413 after three years, which is 54% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 307 163.
Does the Audi A8 hold its value?
We class the Audi A8 as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 54% after three years and 37% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
What does a used Audi A8 cost?
As a guide: a 2021 model is worth about R 974 633 retail today, while a 2012 model sits around R 103 885. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi A8 cost per month?
Financing a new Audi A8 at R 2 759 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 48 223 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.