Datsun Go value and depreciation
Known for rock-bottom pricing and thin safety kit.
Projected value of a new Datsun Go
We class the Datsun Go 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 | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 73% | R 135 496 | R 119 236 |
| 3 years | 53% | R 98 528 | R 86 705 |
| 5 years | 39% | R 72 448 | R 63 754 |
| 7 years | 29% | R 53 271 | R 46 878 |
| 10 years | 18% | R 33 589 | R 29 558 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 184 600; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Datsun's Go launched in October 2014 at R89,500, making it one of the cheapest new cars in SA. Early cars were criticised for missing safety kit, with airbags and ABS only arriving in a later update. Pricing had climbed to R184,600 by the time the brand was axed in 2022, and used values are weak.
What used Go years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Go | R 84 487 | R 74 349 | Details → |
| 2021 Go | R 68 671 | R 60 430 | Details → |
| 2020 Go | R 55 815 | R 49 117 | Details → |
| 2019 Go | R 45 367 | R 39 923 | Details → |
| 2018 Go | R 36 874 | R 32 449 | Details → |
| 2017 Go | R 29 971 | R 26 374 | Details → |
| 2016 Go | R 24 360 | R 21 437 | Details → |
| 2015 Go | R 19 800 | R 17 424 | Details → |
| 2014 Go | R 16 093 | R 14 162 | Details → |
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Datsun Go: common questions
What is a Datsun Go worth after 3 years?
A Datsun Go bought new today for R 184 600 is projected to be worth about R 98 528 after three years, which is 53% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 86 705.
Does the Datsun Go hold its value?
We class the Datsun Go 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.
What does a used Datsun Go cost?
As a guide: a 2020 model is worth about R 55 815 retail today, while a 2014 model sits around R 16 093. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Datsun Go cost per month?
Financing a new Datsun Go at R 184 600 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 3 227 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.