What is a 2021 Lexus IS worth?
Our estimate for a 5-year-old Lexus IS in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2021 IS 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 388 885 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 334 422 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 241 153 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 147 732 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 6 797/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | R 477 089 | — | See value → |
| 2021 (this page) | R 388 885 | +R 88 204 to newest | |
| 2020 | R 316 988 | +R 160 101 to newest | See value → |
2021 Lexus IS: common questions
What is a 2021 Lexus IS worth in South Africa?
Around R 388 885 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 423 885 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 353 885. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 342 219.
Is a 2021 Lexus IS a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 55% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 388 885 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 147 732 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 IS cost new?
About R 872 117 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 IS cost monthly?
At R 388 885 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 6 797 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.