BMW i8 value and depreciation
Known for butterfly-door hybrid sports car.
Projected value of a new BMW i8
We class the BMW i8 as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 48% after three years and 31% 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 | 72% | R 1 266 584 | R 1 114 594 |
| 3 years | 48% | R 848 538 | R 746 713 |
| 5 years | 31% | R 551 788 | R 485 573 |
| 7 years | 20% | R 353 433 | R 311 021 |
| 10 years | 10% | R 177 117 | R 155 863 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 755 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A plug-in hybrid sports car with butterfly doors, the i8 was sold in South Africa from 2015 to 2020 in coupe and later roadster form. Power came from a 1.5-litre three-cylinder paired with an electric motor. Values dropped steeply at first but have settled as it gains modern-classic status.
What used i8 years are worth today
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i8 against its rivals
BMW i8: common questions
What is a BMW i8 worth after 3 years?
A BMW i8 bought new today for R 1 755 000 is projected to be worth about R 848 538 after three years, which is 48% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 746 713.
Does the BMW i8 hold its value?
We class the BMW i8 as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 48% after three years and 31% 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 i8 cost?
As a guide: a 2018 model is worth about R 280 732 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 140 684. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW i8 cost per month?
Financing a new BMW i8 at R 1 755 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 30 675 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.