BMW 2 Series value and depreciation
Known for affordable coupe style and the m2.
Projected value of a new BMW 2 Series
We class the BMW 2 Series as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 57% after three years and 41% 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 | 77% | R 567 980 | R 499 822 |
| 3 years | 57% | R 417 581 | R 367 471 |
| 5 years | 41% | R 298 558 | R 262 731 |
| 7 years | 29% | R 210 462 | R 185 207 |
| 10 years | 17% | R 121 947 | R 107 313 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 733 559; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
BMW's 2 Series covers the rear-wheel-drive coupe and the front-wheel-drive Gran Coupe in South Africa, with the M2 at the top of the range. The Gran Coupe does most of the volume against the Mercedes CLA. The 2 Series Active Tourer MPV was also sold here from 2015 to around 2021 but never caught on.
What used 2 Series 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 2 Series | R 733 559 | R 645 532 | Details → |
| 2025 2 Series | R 538 370 | R 473 766 | Details → |
| 2024 2 Series | R 437 554 | R 385 048 | Details → |
| 2023 2 Series | R 355 618 | R 312 944 | Details → |
| 2022 2 Series | R 285 020 | R 250 818 | Details → |
| 2021 2 Series | R 228 437 | R 201 025 | Details → |
| 2020 2 Series | R 183 088 | R 161 117 | Details → |
| 2019 2 Series | R 144 679 | R 127 318 | Details → |
| 2018 2 Series | R 114 328 | R 100 609 | Details → |
| 2017 2 Series | R 90 344 | R 79 503 | Details → |
| 2016 2 Series | R 71 392 | R 62 825 | Details → |
| 2015 2 Series | R 56 415 | R 49 645 | Details → |
2 Series against its rivals
BMW 2 Series: common questions
What is a BMW 2 Series worth after 3 years?
A BMW 2 Series bought new today for R 733 559 is projected to be worth about R 417 581 after three years, which is 57% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 367 471.
Does the BMW 2 Series hold its value?
We class the BMW 2 Series as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 57% after three years and 41% 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 BMW 2 Series cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 437 554 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 56 415. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW 2 Series cost per month?
Financing a new BMW 2 Series at R 733 559 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 12 821 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.