Kia Sportage value and depreciation
Known for bold-styled family suv with long warranty.
Projected value of a new Kia Sportage
We class the Kia Sportage as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% 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 | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 82% | R 544 921 | R 479 530 |
| 3 years | 67% | R 442 426 | R 389 335 |
| 5 years | 53% | R 351 365 | R 309 201 |
| 7 years | 42% | R 275 948 | R 242 834 |
| 10 years | 28% | R 188 867 | R 166 203 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 662 995; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Kia's best-known nameplate locally, on sale since the brand's 1998 arrival and now in its fifth generation. Striking styling and generous spec pull buyers who would otherwise look at a Tucson or RAV4. Depreciation is typical Korean mainstream, steeper than a Toyota but cushioned by the long warranty.
What used Sportage years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sportage | R 662 995 | R 583 436 | Details → |
| 2025 Sportage | R 516 512 | R 454 531 | Details → |
| 2024 Sportage | R 441 146 | R 388 208 | Details → |
| 2023 Sportage | R 376 777 | R 331 564 | Details → |
| 2022 Sportage | R 318 266 | R 280 074 | Details → |
| 2021 Sportage | R 268 841 | R 236 580 | Details → |
| 2020 Sportage | R 227 092 | R 199 841 | Details → |
| 2019 Sportage | R 189 696 | R 166 932 | Details → |
| 2018 Sportage | R 158 459 | R 139 444 | Details → |
| 2017 Sportage | R 132 365 | R 116 481 | Details → |
| 2016 Sportage | R 110 569 | R 97 301 | Details → |
| 2015 Sportage | R 92 361 | R 81 278 | Details → |
Sportage against its rivals
Kia Sportage: common questions
What is a Kia Sportage worth after 3 years?
A Kia Sportage bought new today for R 662 995 is projected to be worth about R 442 426 after three years, which is 67% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 389 335.
Does the Kia Sportage hold its value?
We class the Kia Sportage as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Kia Sportage cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 441 146 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 92 361. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Kia Sportage cost per month?
Financing a new Kia Sportage at R 662 995 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 11 588 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.