Honda NSX value and depreciation
Known for hybrid supercar rarity.
Depreciation curve
We class the Honda NSX as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 54% after three years and 37% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 76% |
| 3 years | 54% |
| 5 years | 37% |
| 7 years | 26% |
| 10 years | 14% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The second-generation hybrid NSX was offered in SA in very small numbers from around 2017 at close to R3 million. It was never a volume proposition here and a fair share of the cars on the local market are imports. The twin-turbo V6 hybrid drivetrain makes it a rare sight and a specialist purchase.
NSX against its rivals
Honda NSX: common questions
Does the Honda NSX hold its value?
We class the Honda NSX as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 54% after three years and 37% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.