Daihatsu Copen value and depreciation
Known for tiny folding hardtop roadster.
Depreciation curve
We class the Daihatsu Copen as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 48% after three years and 33% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 69% |
| 3 years | 48% |
| 5 years | 33% |
| 7 years | 23% |
| 10 years | 13% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Tiny folding-hardtop roadster that gave SA one of its cheapest open-top cars in the mid 2000s. It was a toy rather than transport, and sold accordingly. Survivors are minor collectables among small-car fans.
Copen against its rivals
Daihatsu Copen: common questions
Does the Daihatsu Copen hold its value?
We class the Daihatsu Copen as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 48% after three years and 33% 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.