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Kia resale values in South Africa

Kia entered South Africa in 1998 and grew into a top-ten passenger brand, distributed locally under the Motus group. Its range runs from the Picanto city car to the new Tasman bakkie, with long unlimited-kilometre warranties a key part of the pitch.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Kia at R 399 995, the median new price across the range, on the mainstream curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R100kR200kR300kR400kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
82%
about R 327 996
Left after 3 years
66%
about R 265 677
Left after 5 years
53%
about R 210 442

Every Kia we track

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Common questions about Kia values

Do Kia cars hold their value?

Kia sits in our "Mainstream" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Kia keeps about 66% of its new price after three years, so a R 399 995 car would still be worth around R 265 677. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Kia?

The cheapest Kia we track is the Picanto, from about R 236 995. After three years it should still be worth around R 153 941 on our estimates.

Which Kia holds value best?

On our numbers the Kia Carens holds value best, keeping about 70% of its price after three years, roughly R 278 493 of a R 399 995 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.