Geely CK value and depreciation
Known for early chinese budget sedan.
Depreciation curve
We class the Geely CK as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 49% after three years and 35% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 71% |
| 3 years | 49% |
| 5 years | 35% |
| 7 years | 25% |
| 10 years | 15% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
One of the first Chinese sedans offered in SA, arriving around 2008 at rock-bottom prices. Crash safety criticism and thin dealer backing hurt its reputation. Few survive on the used market and values are near scrap level.
CK against its rivals
Geely CK: common questions
Does the Geely CK hold its value?
We class the Geely CK as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 49% after three years and 35% 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.