Mazda Drifter value and depreciation
Known for honest locally built workhorse bakkie.
Depreciation curve
We class the Mazda Drifter as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 70% after three years and 57% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 84% |
| 3 years | 70% |
| 5 years | 57% |
| 7 years | 46% |
| 10 years | 32% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Mazda's B-series bakkie wore the Drifter name in South Africa from the late 1990s, built in Pretoria alongside the Ford Ranger and Courier. Petrol 2.2 and 2.6 units plus 2.5 diesel variants covered farm and fleet duty until the BT-50 took over in 2006. Working examples still find buyers at low prices because they are simple to fix.
Drifter against its rivals
Mazda Drifter: common questions
Does the Mazda Drifter hold its value?
We class the Mazda Drifter as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 70% after three years and 57% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.