What is a 2018 Lexus ES worth?
Our estimate for a 8-year-old Lexus ES in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2018 ES on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2018 model sits today: 8 years in, 72% of the new price already gone. The steep part of the curve is behind it; from here it sheds value at roughly 15% a year.
If you buy it now
| Fair buy price (retail) | R 153 420 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 130 281 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 93 946 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 59 474 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 2 682/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | R 190 606 | — | See value → |
| 2018 (this page) | R 153 420 | +R 37 186 to newest | |
| 2017 | R 123 489 | +R 67 117 to newest | See value → |
2018 Lexus ES: common questions
What is a 2018 Lexus ES worth in South Africa?
Around R 153 420 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 167 228 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 139 612. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 135 010.
Is a 2018 Lexus ES a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 72% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 153 420 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 59 474 more. As a premium (established) model, its steepest losses are behind it, which is exactly when this kind of car makes the most financial sense used.
What did a 2018 Lexus ES cost new?
About R 554 836 at launch pricing in 2018 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 28% of that.
What would financing a 2018 Lexus ES cost monthly?
At R 153 420 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 2 682 per month before fees and insurance. Shorter terms suit used cars better; run your own numbers in the value calculator.
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Estimates modelled from list pricing and our SA depreciation tiers; condition, mileage, spec and region move real prices. Not a valuation or an offer.