Daihatsu Gran Max value and depreciation
Known for hard-working small business hauler.
Depreciation curve
We class the Daihatsu Gran Max as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 53% after three years and 39% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 73% |
| 3 years | 53% |
| 5 years | 39% |
| 7 years | 28% |
| 10 years | 18% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Forward-control workhorse sold as a panel van and dropside bakkie with a 1.5 petrol. Small businesses loved the load space for the money. Used examples still work hard and the Toyota-linked engineering helps with parts.
Gran Max against its rivals
Daihatsu Gran Max: common questions
Does the Daihatsu Gran Max hold its value?
We class the Daihatsu Gran Max as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 53% after three years and 39% 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.