Ford Transit value and depreciation
Known for heavy-duty panel van for fleets.
Projected value of a new Ford Transit
We class the Ford Transit as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 52% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 82% | R 869 751 | R 765 381 |
| 3 years | 66% | R 703 607 | R 619 174 |
| 5 years | 52% | R 556 543 | R 489 758 |
| 7 years | 41% | R 435 239 | R 383 010 |
| 10 years | 28% | R 295 913 | R 260 403 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 062 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The full-size Transit has come and gone from the local range, most recently returning in 2025 in extra long wheelbase panel van form. It fights the Sprinter and Crafter at the heavy end of the van market. Fleet buyers dominate, so most used stock carries high mileage.
What used Transit years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Transit | R 1 062 000 | R 934 560 | Details → |
| 2025 Transit | R 869 751 | R 765 381 | Details → |
| 2024 Transit | R 741 498 | R 652 518 | Details → |
| 2023 Transit | R 632 157 | R 556 298 | Details → |
| 2022 Transit | R 532 914 | R 468 964 | Details → |
| 2021 Transit | R 449 250 | R 395 340 | Details → |
| 2020 Transit | R 378 722 | R 333 275 | Details → |
| 2019 Transit | R 315 655 | R 277 776 | Details → |
| 2018 Transit | R 263 091 | R 231 520 | Details → |
| 2017 Transit | R 219 280 | R 192 966 | Details → |
| 2016 Transit | R 182 764 | R 160 832 | Details → |
| 2015 Transit | R 152 329 | R 134 050 | Details → |
Transit against its rivals
Ford Transit: common questions
What is a Ford Transit worth after 3 years?
A Ford Transit bought new today for R 1 062 000 is projected to be worth about R 703 607 after three years, which is 66% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 619 174.
Does the Ford Transit hold its value?
We class the Ford Transit as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 52% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Ford Transit cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 741 498 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 152 329. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Ford Transit cost per month?
Financing a new Ford Transit at R 1 062 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 18 562 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.