Chevrolet Cruze value and depreciation
Known for roomy family sedan orphaned by gm exit.
Depreciation curve
We class the Chevrolet Cruze as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 49% after three years and 35% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 71% |
| 3 years | 49% |
| 5 years | 35% |
| 7 years | 25% |
| 10 years | 15% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Chevrolet's Corolla rival sold here from 2009 with petrol and 2.0 diesel engines in sedan and later hatch form. Buyers got decent space and spec for the money but resale lagged the Japanese and German competition. The 2017 GM withdrawal turned it into a used bargain.
Cruze against its rivals
Chevrolet Cruze: common questions
Does the Chevrolet Cruze hold its value?
We class the Chevrolet Cruze as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 49% after three years and 35% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.