BMW 8 Series value and depreciation
Known for v8 grand touring flagship.
Projected value of a new BMW 8 Series
We class the BMW 8 Series as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% 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 | 75% | R 1 684 748 | R 1 482 578 |
| 3 years | 52% | R 1 174 648 | R 1 033 690 |
| 5 years | 35% | R 797 558 | R 701 851 |
| 7 years | 24% | R 534 294 | R 470 179 |
| 10 years | 13% | R 287 112 | R 252 659 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 2 255 352; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The original 8 Series coupe was sold here in the 1990s, and the nameplate returned in 2019 as a coupe, convertible and Gran Coupe. Local sales centred on the M850i and the M8. Production ends in 2026 with no direct successor, so remaining stock is on runout.
What used 8 Series years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 8 Series | R 2 255 352 | R 1 984 710 | Details → |
| 2025 8 Series | R 1 684 748 | R 1 482 578 | Details → |
| 2024 8 Series | R 1 333 426 | R 1 173 415 | Details → |
| 2023 8 Series | R 1 055 365 | R 928 721 | Details → |
| 2022 8 Series | R 824 286 | R 725 372 | Details → |
| 2021 8 Series | R 643 802 | R 566 546 | Details → |
| 2020 8 Series | R 502 837 | R 442 497 | Details → |
| 2019 8 Series | R 387 494 | R 340 995 | Details → |
| 2018 8 Series | R 298 609 | R 262 776 | Details → |
| 2017 8 Series | R 230 113 | R 202 499 | Details → |
| 2016 8 Series | R 177 329 | R 156 050 | Details → |
| 2015 8 Series | R 136 653 | R 120 255 | Details → |
8 Series against its rivals
BMW 8 Series: common questions
What is a BMW 8 Series worth after 3 years?
A BMW 8 Series bought new today for R 2 255 352 is projected to be worth about R 1 174 648 after three years, which is 52% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 033 690.
Does the BMW 8 Series hold its value?
We class the BMW 8 Series as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% 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 BMW 8 Series cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 1 333 426 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 136 653. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW 8 Series cost per month?
Financing a new BMW 8 Series at R 2 255 352 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 39 420 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.