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Chinese (new entrant) tier

Foton resale values in South Africa

Foton first sold bakkies in South Africa from the late 2000s until it quietly left price lists in 2018, then returned in 2024 under CMH's Mandarin Parts Distributors. The new Tunland range is backed by close to 60 dealers and plans for local assembly.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Foton at R 689 900, the median new price across the range, on the chinese (new entrant) curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R175kR350kR525kR700kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
75%
about R 513 976
Left after 3 years
55%
about R 382 159
Left after 5 years
41%
about R 280 807

Every Foton we track

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Bakkies

Common questions about Foton values

Do Foton cars hold their value?

Foton sits in our "Chinese (new entrant)" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Foton keeps about 55% of its new price after three years, so a R 689 900 car would still be worth around R 382 159. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Foton?

The cheapest Foton we track is the Tunland G7, from about R 319 900. After three years it should still be worth around R 192 250 on our estimates.

Which Foton holds value best?

On our numbers the Foton Tunland G7 holds value best, keeping about 60% of its price after three years, roughly R 192 250 of a R 319 900 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.