Infiniti M value and depreciation
Known for kit-heavy executive sedan rarity.
Projected value of a new Infiniti M
We class the Infiniti M as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 50% after three years and 36% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 71% | R 461 744 | R 406 335 |
| 3 years | 50% | R 325 000 | R 286 000 |
| 5 years | 36% | R 231 602 | R 203 810 |
| 7 years | 25% | R 165 045 | R 145 240 |
| 10 years | 15% | R 99 287 | R 87 373 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 651 154; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Infiniti's 5 Series rival arrived with the 2012 SA launch as the M30d diesel and M37 petrol, loaded with equipment for around R651,000. It found very few local buyers. Used examples are near-invisible in the classifieds and priced accordingly.
What used M years are worth today
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M against its rivals
Infiniti M: common questions
What is a Infiniti M worth after 3 years?
A Infiniti M bought new today for R 651 154 is projected to be worth about R 325 000 after three years, which is 50% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 286 000.
Does the Infiniti M hold its value?
We class the Infiniti M as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 50% after three years and 36% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
What does a used Infiniti M cost?
As a guide: a 2013 model is worth about R 59 728 retail today, while a 2012 model sits around R 50 421. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Infiniti M cost per month?
Financing a new Infiniti M at R 651 154 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 11 381 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.