Geely LC value and depreciation
Known for tiny panda-styled city car.
Depreciation curve
We class the Geely LC as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 51% 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 |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 72% |
| 3 years | 51% |
| 5 years | 37% |
| 7 years | 27% |
| 10 years | 16% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A city car with panda-inspired styling sold during Geely's first SA stint in the early 2010s. It competed with the Chery QQ3 on price above all else. Survivors are cheap runabouts with parts available mainly through specialist importers.
LC against its rivals
Geely LC: common questions
Does the Geely LC hold its value?
We class the Geely LC as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 51% after three years and 37% 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.