Kia K2500 value and depreciation
Known for turbodiesel cab-over workhorse.
Projected value of a new Kia K2500
We class the Kia K2500 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 68% after three years and 54% 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 | 83% | R 352 334 | R 310 054 |
| 3 years | 68% | R 288 582 | R 253 952 |
| 5 years | 54% | R 231 430 | R 203 658 |
| 7 years | 43% | R 183 628 | R 161 593 |
| 10 years | 30% | R 127 723 | R 112 396 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 424 995; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The K2500 is the turbodiesel big brother to the K2700, sold since around 2017 with a 2.5 engine that copes better with loaded highway running. Bodybuilders fit everything from dropsides to fridge bodies. Constant small-business demand keeps used values steady for a commercial vehicle.
What used K2500 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 K2500 | R 424 995 | R 373 996 | Details → |
| 2025 K2500 | R 333 966 | R 293 890 | Details → |
| 2024 K2500 | R 286 489 | R 252 110 | Details → |
| 2023 K2500 | R 245 761 | R 216 270 | Details → |
| 2022 K2500 | R 208 609 | R 183 576 | Details → |
| 2021 K2500 | R 177 075 | R 155 826 | Details → |
| 2020 K2500 | R 150 307 | R 132 270 | Details → |
| 2019 K2500 | R 126 232 | R 111 084 | Details → |
| 2018 K2500 | R 106 014 | R 93 292 | Details → |
| 2017 K2500 | R 89 033 | R 78 349 | Details → |
K2500 against its rivals
Kia K2500: common questions
What is a Kia K2500 worth after 3 years?
A Kia K2500 bought new today for R 424 995 is projected to be worth about R 288 582 after three years, which is 68% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 253 952.
Does the Kia K2500 hold its value?
We class the Kia K2500 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 68% after three years and 54% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Kia K2500 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 286 489 retail today, while a 2017 model sits around R 89 033. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Kia K2500 cost per month?
Financing a new Kia K2500 at R 424 995 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 7 428 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.