Audi Q8 e-tron value and depreciation
Known for audi's first electric suv.
Projected value of a new Audi Q8 e-tron
We class the Audi Q8 e-tron as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 30% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 67% | R 1 324 047 | R 1 165 161 |
| 3 years | 44% | R 881 459 | R 775 684 |
| 5 years | 30% | R 594 892 | R 523 505 |
| 7 years | 21% | R 412 467 | R 362 971 |
| 10 years | 13% | R 254 426 | R 223 895 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 990 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Sold first as the e-tron and later renamed Q8 e-tron, this was Audi's first electric SUV in South Africa from early 2022 in SUV and Sportback forms. Production ended globally in early 2025 when the Brussels plant closed. Used prices have collapsed relative to the near R2 million launch price, making it one of the steepest depreciators in the country.
What used Q8 e-tron years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q8 e-tron | R 1 324 047 | R 1 165 161 | Details → |
| 2024 Q8 e-tron | R 1 072 961 | R 944 206 | Details → |
| 2023 Q8 e-tron | R 881 459 | R 775 684 | Details → |
| 2022 Q8 e-tron | R 724 136 | R 637 240 | Details → |
Q8 e-tron against its rivals
Audi Q8 e-tron: common questions
What is a Audi Q8 e-tron worth after 3 years?
A Audi Q8 e-tron bought new today for R 1 990 000 is projected to be worth about R 881 459 after three years, which is 44% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 775 684.
Does the Audi Q8 e-tron hold its value?
We class the Audi Q8 e-tron as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 30% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used Audi Q8 e-tron cost?
As a guide: a 2023 model is worth about R 881 459 retail today, while a 2022 model sits around R 724 136. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi Q8 e-tron cost per month?
Financing a new Audi Q8 e-tron at R 1 990 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 34 782 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.