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Chinese (new entrant) tier

Lepas resale values in South Africa

Lepas is Chery's premium-styled volume brand and entered South Africa in March 2026 with the L4 crossover. The larger L6 opened for pre-order in June 2026 and the flagship L8 is due by the end of 2026.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Lepas at R 299 900, the median new price across the range, on the chinese (new entrant) curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R75kR150kR225kR300kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
75%
about R 224 925
Left after 3 years
56%
about R 168 289
Left after 5 years
42%
about R 124 466

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Common questions about Lepas values

Do Lepas cars hold their value?

Lepas sits in our "Chinese (new entrant)" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Lepas keeps about 56% of its new price after three years, so a R 299 900 car would still be worth around R 168 289. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Lepas?

The cheapest Lepas we track is the L4, from about R 299 900. After three years it should still be worth around R 171 568 on our estimates.

Which Lepas holds value best?

On our numbers the Lepas L4 holds value best, keeping about 57% of its price after three years, roughly R 171 568 of a R 299 900 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.