Geely Emgrand EC7 value and depreciation
Known for sub-r150k budget sedan of 2013.
Projected value of a new Geely Emgrand EC7
We class the Geely Emgrand EC7 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 37% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 72% | R 107 384 | R 94 498 |
| 3 years | 52% | R 76 743 | R 67 534 |
| 5 years | 37% | R 55 496 | R 48 836 |
| 7 years | 27% | R 40 131 | R 35 315 |
| 10 years | 17% | R 24 678 | R 21 717 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 149 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Geely's first-stint flagship sedan launched in 2013 from about R149,000 with a generous spec sheet. It sold in modest numbers before the brand's quiet exit in the mid-2010s. Used examples are cheap and parts come through a dedicated importer rather than a dealer network.
What used Emgrand EC7 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Emgrand EC7 | R 24 678 | R 21 717 | Details → |
| 2015 Emgrand EC7 | R 20 986 | R 18 468 | Details → |
| 2014 Emgrand EC7 | R 17 846 | R 15 704 | Details → |
| 2013 Emgrand EC7 | R 15 175 | R 13 354 | Details → |
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Geely Emgrand EC7: common questions
What is a Geely Emgrand EC7 worth after 3 years?
A Geely Emgrand EC7 bought new today for R 149 000 is projected to be worth about R 76 743 after three years, which is 52% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 67 534.
Does the Geely Emgrand EC7 hold its value?
We class the Geely Emgrand EC7 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 37% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
What does a used Geely Emgrand EC7 cost?
As a guide: a 2014 model is worth about R 17 846 retail today, while a 2013 model sits around R 15 175. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Geely Emgrand EC7 cost per month?
Financing a new Geely Emgrand EC7 at R 149 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 2 604 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.