Ford Ranger value and depreciation
Known for sa-built bakkie with hilux-rivalling resale.
Projected value of a new Ford Ranger
We class the Ford Ranger as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 74% after three years and 63% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 86% | R 509 443 | R 448 310 |
| 3 years | 74% | R 437 949 | R 385 395 |
| 5 years | 63% | R 369 133 | R 324 837 |
| 7 years | 52% | R 304 991 | R 268 392 |
| 10 years | 38% | R 224 492 | R 197 553 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 590 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
South Africa's second best selling bakkie and the closest thing the Hilux has to a genuine rival, built at Silverton in Pretoria and exported worldwide. The range runs from single cab workhorses to the V6 Wildtrak and the 292 kW petrol Raptor. Resale values are among the strongest of any locally sold vehicle.
What used Ranger years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ranger | R 590 000 | R 519 200 | Details → |
| 2025 Ranger | R 482 885 | R 424 939 | Details → |
| 2024 Ranger | R 424 380 | R 373 454 | Details → |
| 2023 Ranger | R 372 964 | R 328 208 | Details → |
| 2022 Ranger | R 324 559 | R 285 612 | Details → |
| 2021 Ranger | R 282 436 | R 248 544 | Details → |
| 2020 Ranger | R 243 344 | R 214 143 | Details → |
| 2019 Ranger | R 209 662 | R 184 503 | Details → |
| 2018 Ranger | R 180 642 | R 158 965 | Details → |
| 2017 Ranger | R 154 080 | R 135 590 | Details → |
| 2016 Ranger | R 131 425 | R 115 654 | Details → |
| 2015 Ranger | R 112 100 | R 98 648 | Details → |
Ranger against its rivals
Where the Ranger ranks
Ford Ranger: common questions
What is a Ford Ranger worth after 3 years?
A Ford Ranger bought new today for R 590 000 is projected to be worth about R 437 949 after three years, which is 74% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 385 395.
Does the Ford Ranger hold its value?
We class the Ford Ranger as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 74% after three years and 63% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
What does a used Ford Ranger cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 424 380 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 112 100. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Ford Ranger cost per month?
Financing a new Ford Ranger at R 590 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 10 312 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.