Hyundai i20 value and depreciation
Known for well-specced polo alternative.
Projected value of a new Hyundai i20
We class the Hyundai i20 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 53% 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 | 82% | R 254 118 | R 223 624 |
| 3 years | 66% | R 205 836 | R 181 136 |
| 5 years | 53% | R 163 042 | R 143 477 |
| 7 years | 41% | R 127 695 | R 112 372 |
| 10 years | 28% | R 87 020 | R 76 578 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 309 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Hyundai's Polo rival has been on sale here since 2009 and offers generous spec for the money. The current generation sells on comfort, space and warranty rather than driving thrills. Resale is respectable, if a notch below the Polo's.
What used i20 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 i20 | R 309 900 | R 272 712 | Details → |
| 2025 i20 | R 240 870 | R 211 966 | Details → |
| 2024 i20 | R 205 481 | R 180 823 | Details → |
| 2023 i20 | R 175 292 | R 154 257 | Details → |
| 2022 i20 | R 147 877 | R 130 132 | Details → |
| 2021 i20 | R 124 749 | R 109 779 | Details → |
| 2020 i20 | R 105 239 | R 92 610 | Details → |
| 2019 i20 | R 87 782 | R 77 248 | Details → |
| 2018 i20 | R 73 221 | R 64 434 | Details → |
| 2017 i20 | R 61 075 | R 53 746 | Details → |
| 2016 i20 | R 50 944 | R 44 831 | Details → |
| 2015 i20 | R 42 494 | R 37 395 | Details → |
i20 against its rivals
Where the i20 ranks
Hyundai i20: common questions
What is a Hyundai i20 worth after 3 years?
A Hyundai i20 bought new today for R 309 900 is projected to be worth about R 205 836 after three years, which is 66% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 181 136.
Does the Hyundai i20 hold its value?
We class the Hyundai i20 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Hyundai i20 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 205 481 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 42 494. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Hyundai i20 cost per month?
Financing a new Hyundai i20 at R 309 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 5 417 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.