What is a 2021 Lexus ES worth?
Our estimate for a 5-year-old Lexus ES in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2021 ES on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2021 model sits today: 5 years in, 55% of the new price already gone. The steep part of the curve is behind it; from here it sheds value at roughly 14% a year.
If you buy it now
| Fair buy price (retail) | R 290 515 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 249 829 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 180 152 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 110 363 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 5 078/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | R 356 408 | — | See value → |
| 2021 (this page) | R 290 515 | +R 65 893 to newest | |
| 2020 | R 236 805 | +R 119 603 to newest | See value → |
2021 Lexus ES: common questions
What is a 2021 Lexus ES worth in South Africa?
Around R 290 515 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 316 661 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 264 369. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 255 653.
Is a 2021 Lexus ES a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 55% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 290 515 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 110 363 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 2021 Lexus ES cost new?
About R 651 512 at launch pricing in 2021 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 45% of that.
What would financing a 2021 Lexus ES cost monthly?
At R 290 515 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 5 078 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.