Isuzu KB value and depreciation
Known for tough locally built workhorse bakkie.
Depreciation curve
We class the Isuzu KB as a workhorse bakkie & ladder-frame suv in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 76% after three years and 65% after five. Fleet, farm and family demand puts a floor under these. Expect roughly 75% retention after three years and strong rural resale forever.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 87% |
| 3 years | 76% |
| 5 years | 65% |
| 7 years | 54% |
| 10 years | 40% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
For decades the KB was Isuzu's bread and butter in South Africa, built in Port Elizabeth and sold in single, extended and double cab form. The badge was retired in 2018 when the range adopted the global D-Max name. Used examples stay in demand as cheap, hard-wearing work vehicles with plentiful parts.
KB against its rivals
Isuzu KB: common questions
Does the Isuzu KB hold its value?
We class the Isuzu KB as a workhorse bakkie & ladder-frame suv in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 76% after three years and 65% after five. Fleet, farm and family demand puts a floor under these. Expect roughly 75% retention after three years and strong rural resale forever.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.