Kia Pegas value and depreciation
Known for big-boot budget sedan for e-hailing.
Projected value of a new Kia Pegas
We class the Kia Pegas as a budget & entry level in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. Big used demand keeps cheap cars moving, but thinner brand equity means faster percentage losses than the Polo class.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% | R 231 466 | R 203 690 |
| 3 years | 62% | R 181 085 | R 159 355 |
| 5 years | 47% | R 138 327 | R 121 728 |
| 7 years | 36% | R 104 395 | R 91 868 |
| 10 years | 23% | R 67 215 | R 59 149 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 292 995; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A Chinese-built budget sedan sold here since 2018, offering more boot space per rand than most rivals. E-hailing drivers and fleet buyers make up a big slice of sales. Resale is average and the used market carries plenty of high-mileage examples.
What used Pegas years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Pegas | R 292 995 | R 257 836 | Details → |
| 2025 Pegas | R 219 399 | R 193 071 | Details → |
| 2024 Pegas | R 183 942 | R 161 869 | Details → |
| 2023 Pegas | R 154 215 | R 135 709 | Details → |
| 2022 Pegas | R 127 757 | R 112 426 | Details → |
| 2021 Pegas | R 105 839 | R 93 138 | Details → |
| 2020 Pegas | R 87 680 | R 77 158 | Details → |
| 2019 Pegas | R 71 765 | R 63 153 | Details → |
| 2018 Pegas | R 58 738 | R 51 689 | Details → |
Pegas against its rivals
Where the Pegas ranks
Kia Pegas: common questions
What is a Kia Pegas worth after 3 years?
A Kia Pegas bought new today for R 292 995 is projected to be worth about R 181 085 after three years, which is 62% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 159 355.
Does the Kia Pegas hold its value?
We class the Kia Pegas as a budget & entry level in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. Big used demand keeps cheap cars moving, but thinner brand equity means faster percentage losses than the Polo class.
What does a used Kia Pegas cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 183 942 retail today, while a 2018 model sits around R 58 738. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Kia Pegas cost per month?
Financing a new Kia Pegas at R 292 995 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 5 121 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.