Lotus resale values in South Africa
Lotus is imported into South Africa by the Daytona Group in small numbers, currently selling the Emira sports car and Eletre electric SUV. The brand's local history is patchy, with several importer changes since the late 1990s, and residuals reflect that thin support network.
Brand depreciation profile
Projected value of a typical Lotus at R 2 550 000, the median new price across the range, on the luxury flagship & exotic curve. Estimates, not quotes.
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Coupes & sports cars
- New from
- R 2 550 000
- Worth in 3 years
- R 1 328 109 (52%)
Keeps about 52% of its price over three years on our curve. Price data coming.
Keeps about 52% of its price over three years on our curve. Price data coming.
Keeps about 52% of its price over three years on our curve. Price data coming.
Common questions about Lotus values
Do Lotus cars hold their value?
Lotus sits in our "Luxury flagship & exotic" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Lotus keeps about 56% of its new price after three years, so a R 2 550 000 car would still be worth around R 1 418 629. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.
What is the cheapest new Lotus?
The cheapest Lotus we track is the Emira, from about R 2 550 000. After three years it should still be worth around R 1 328 109 on our estimates.
Which Lotus holds value best?
On our numbers the Lotus Emira holds value best, keeping about 52% of its price after three years, roughly R 1 328 109 of a R 2 550 000 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.