Honda Civic value and depreciation
Known for bulletproof engines and strong resale.
Projected value of a new Honda Civic
We class the Honda Civic as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 63% after three years and 48% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 80% | R 577 013 | R 507 771 |
| 3 years | 63% | R 453 567 | R 399 139 |
| 5 years | 48% | R 347 468 | R 305 772 |
| 7 years | 36% | R 262 740 | R 231 211 |
| 10 years | 23% | R 169 413 | R 149 083 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 725 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Honda's best-known nameplate arrived in SA under its own badge in 2001 after decades of Civic-based Ballades. Sedan and hatch generations came and went, and the local range now consists of the turbocharged Civic RS and the Type R hot hatch, the latter priced over R1 million. Buyers rate it for solid build and engines that run forever, so clean used examples sell quickly.
What used Civic years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Civic | R 725 000 | R 638 000 | Details → |
| 2025 Civic | R 546 932 | R 481 300 | Details → |
| 2024 Civic | R 459 630 | R 404 474 | Details → |
| 2023 Civic | R 386 264 | R 339 912 | Details → |
| 2022 Civic | R 320 456 | R 282 001 | Details → |
| 2021 Civic | R 265 860 | R 233 957 | Details → |
| 2020 Civic | R 220 565 | R 194 097 | Details → |
| 2019 Civic | R 180 617 | R 158 943 | Details → |
| 2018 Civic | R 147 904 | R 130 156 | Details → |
| 2017 Civic | R 121 116 | R 106 582 | Details → |
| 2016 Civic | R 99 179 | R 87 278 | Details → |
| 2015 Civic | R 81 216 | R 71 470 | Details → |
Civic against its rivals
Where the Civic ranks
Honda Civic: common questions
What is a Honda Civic worth after 3 years?
A Honda Civic bought new today for R 725 000 is projected to be worth about R 453 567 after three years, which is 63% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 399 139.
Does the Honda Civic hold its value?
We class the Honda Civic as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 63% after three years and 48% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Honda Civic cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 459 630 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 81 216. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Honda Civic cost per month?
Financing a new Honda Civic at R 725 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 12 672 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.