Lotus Emira value and depreciation
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Projected value of a new Lotus Emira
We class the Lotus Emira as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | R 1 904 850 | R 1 676 268 |
| 3 years | 52% | R 1 328 109 | R 1 168 736 |
| 5 years | 35% | R 901 754 | R 793 544 |
| 7 years | 24% | R 604 096 | R 531 604 |
| 10 years | 13% | R 324 622 | R 285 667 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 2 550 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Emira is Lotus's final combustion sports car and returned the brand to South African showrooms under Daytona. The supercharged V6 has been retailed at around R2.55 million, with the AMG four-cylinder version also offered. It undercuts a comparable 911 but carries more resale risk given the small dealer footprint.
What used Emira years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Emira | R 2 550 000 | R 2 244 000 | Details → |
| 2025 Emira | R 1 904 850 | R 1 676 268 | Details → |
| 2024 Emira | R 1 507 630 | R 1 326 714 | Details → |
| 2023 Emira | R 1 193 243 | R 1 050 054 | Details → |
Emira against its rivals
Lotus Emira: common questions
What is a Lotus Emira worth after 3 years?
A Lotus Emira bought new today for R 2 550 000 is projected to be worth about R 1 328 109 after three years, which is 52% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 168 736.
Does the Lotus Emira hold its value?
We class the Lotus Emira as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
What does a used Lotus Emira cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 1 507 630 retail today, while a 2023 model sits around R 1 193 243. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Lotus Emira cost per month?
Financing a new Lotus Emira at R 2 550 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 44 570 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.