What is a 2023 Lexus IS worth?
Our estimate for a 3-year-old Lexus IS in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2023 IS on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2023 model sits today: 3 years in, 40% 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 585 300 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 503 329 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 372 220 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 213 080 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 10 230/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | R 709 171 | — | See value → |
| 2023 (this page) | R 585 300 | +R 123 871 to newest | |
| 2022 | R 477 089 | +R 232 082 to newest | See value → |
2023 Lexus IS: common questions
What is a 2023 Lexus IS worth in South Africa?
Around R 585 300 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 637 977 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 532 623. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 515 064.
Is a 2023 Lexus IS a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 40% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 585 300 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 213 080 more. As a premium (established) model, it holds value well for its age, so you are paying for retention you will largely get back.
What did a 2023 Lexus IS cost new?
About R 970 688 at launch pricing in 2023 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 60% of that.
What would financing a 2023 Lexus IS cost monthly?
At R 585 300 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 10 230 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.