Ford Mustang value and depreciation
Known for v8 muscle car in factory right-hand drive.
Projected value of a new Ford Mustang
We class the Ford Mustang as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 38% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 76% | R 1 017 931 | R 895 779 |
| 3 years | 55% | R 732 344 | R 644 463 |
| 5 years | 38% | R 511 281 | R 449 927 |
| 7 years | 26% | R 351 544 | R 309 359 |
| 10 years | 15% | R 195 894 | R 172 387 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 340 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Officially sold here since 2016, when South Africans first got a factory right hand drive Mustang. The 5.0 V8 GT does most of the selling and the seventh generation arrived in 2024. Limited supply means values hold up better than most sports cars.
What used Mustang years are worth today
Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.
| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mustang | R 1 340 000 | R 1 179 200 | Details → |
| 2025 Mustang | R 964 863 | R 849 079 | Details → |
| 2024 Mustang | R 775 732 | R 682 644 | Details → |
| 2023 Mustang | R 623 674 | R 548 833 | Details → |
| 2022 Mustang | R 493 944 | R 434 671 | Details → |
| 2021 Mustang | R 391 199 | R 344 255 | Details → |
| 2020 Mustang | R 309 826 | R 272 647 | Details → |
| 2019 Mustang | R 241 664 | R 212 664 | Details → |
| 2018 Mustang | R 188 498 | R 165 878 | Details → |
| 2017 Mustang | R 147 028 | R 129 385 | Details → |
| 2016 Mustang | R 114 682 | R 100 920 | Details → |
Mustang against its rivals
Ford Mustang: common questions
What is a Ford Mustang worth after 3 years?
A Ford Mustang bought new today for R 1 340 000 is projected to be worth about R 732 344 after three years, which is 55% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 644 463.
Does the Ford Mustang hold its value?
We class the Ford Mustang as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 38% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Ford Mustang cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 775 732 retail today, while a 2016 model sits around R 114 682. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Ford Mustang cost per month?
Financing a new Ford Mustang at R 1 340 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 23 421 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.