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Honda resale values in South Africa

Honda's South African history stretches back to the Mercedes-Benz-assembled Ballades of the 1980s, and the Japanese firm has run its own local subsidiary since June 2000. The brand trades on reliability and strong resale, with a current range built around the Amaze, Elevate, Fit, HR-V, Civic and CR-V.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Honda at R 386 950, the median new price across the range, on the mainstream curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R100kR200kR300kR400kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
82%
about R 317 299
Left after 3 years
66%
about R 257 012
Left after 5 years
53%
about R 203 579

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Common questions about Honda values

Do Honda cars hold their value?

Honda sits in our "Mainstream" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Honda keeps about 66% of its new price after three years, so a R 386 950 car would still be worth around R 257 012. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Honda?

The cheapest Honda we track is the Amaze, from about R 256 800. After three years it should still be worth around R 158 715 on our estimates.

Which Honda holds value best?

On our numbers the Honda Elevate holds value best, keeping about 67% of its price after three years, roughly R 251 582 of a R 373 800 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.