Citroen C3 Aircross value and depreciation
Known for seven seat option at a budget price.
Projected value of a new Citroen C3 Aircross
We class the Citroen C3 Aircross as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 59% after three years and 45% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 77% | R 207 067 | R 182 219 |
| 3 years | 59% | R 158 138 | R 139 161 |
| 5 years | 45% | R 120 770 | R 106 278 |
| 7 years | 33% | R 90 196 | R 79 372 |
| 10 years | 22% | R 58 214 | R 51 228 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 269 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Citroen's volume model in South Africa since the brand's 2019 relaunch, now sourced from India in second generation form. The current range undercuts most rivals and offers a rare seven seat option in the segment. Aggressive price repositioning at launch points to the soft resale typical of the brand.
What used C3 Aircross years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 C3 Aircross | R 269 900 | R 237 512 | Details → |
| 2025 C3 Aircross | R 207 067 | R 182 219 | Details → |
| 2024 C3 Aircross | R 171 522 | R 150 939 | Details → |
| 2023 C3 Aircross | R 142 079 | R 125 030 | Details → |
| 2022 C3 Aircross | R 117 690 | R 103 567 | Details → |
| 2021 C3 Aircross | R 97 488 | R 85 789 | Details → |
| 2020 C3 Aircross | R 79 857 | R 70 274 | Details → |
| 2019 C3 Aircross | R 65 414 | R 57 564 | Details → |
C3 Aircross against its rivals
Citroen C3 Aircross: common questions
What is a Citroen C3 Aircross worth after 3 years?
A Citroen C3 Aircross bought new today for R 269 900 is projected to be worth about R 158 138 after three years, which is 59% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 139 161.
Does the Citroen C3 Aircross hold its value?
We class the Citroen C3 Aircross as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 59% after three years and 45% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
What does a used Citroen C3 Aircross cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 171 522 retail today, while a 2019 model sits around R 65 414. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Citroen C3 Aircross cost per month?
Financing a new Citroen C3 Aircross at R 269 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 4 717 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.