Kia Shuma value and depreciation
Known for cheap early kia liftback.
Depreciation curve
We class the Kia Shuma as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 82% |
| 3 years | 66% |
| 5 years | 53% |
| 7 years | 41% |
| 10 years | 28% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
An early Kia liftback sold from the brand's 1998 South African launch into the early 2000s. It offered cheap family transport with simple Mazda-derived mechanicals. Survivors are rare on the used market and worth very little.
Shuma against its rivals
Kia Shuma: common questions
Does the Kia Shuma hold its value?
We class the Kia Shuma as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 66% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.