FAW Sirius S80 value and depreciation
Known for cheap seven-seat people mover.
Depreciation curve
We class the FAW Sirius S80 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 41% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 74% |
| 3 years | 55% |
| 5 years | 41% |
| 7 years | 30% |
| 10 years | 19% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
FAW's budget seven-seat MPV launched in early 2013 with 1.3 and 1.5 petrol engines and a panel van sibling. It targeted taxi operators and big families purely on price. The passenger arm's retreat left it orphaned, and used examples are worth little.
Sirius S80 against its rivals
FAW Sirius S80: common questions
Does the FAW Sirius S80 hold its value?
We class the FAW Sirius S80 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 41% 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.