Daewoo Nubira value and depreciation
Known for forgotten compact with bargain used prices.
Depreciation curve
We class the Daewoo Nubira 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.
Slotting above the Lanos, the Nubira offered compact sedan and wagon practicality at prices undercutting the establishment. Modest numbers were sold before the brand folded locally in the early 2000s. Spare parts are the main headache for the handful still running.
Nubira against its rivals
Daewoo Nubira: common questions
Does the Daewoo Nubira hold its value?
We class the Daewoo Nubira 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.