Daihatsu Materia value and depreciation
Known for boxy retro style statement.
Depreciation curve
We class the Daihatsu Materia as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 51% after three years and 37% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 72% |
| 3 years | 51% |
| 5 years | 37% |
| 7 years | 27% |
| 10 years | 16% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Box-shaped hatch sold from 2007 that traded on retro style rather than volume. It shares Sirion-era mechanicals, so upkeep is manageable. A small cult following keeps values from hitting zero.
Materia against its rivals
Daihatsu Materia: common questions
Does the Daihatsu Materia hold its value?
We class the Daihatsu Materia as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 51% after three years and 37% 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.