Mazda Mazda5 value and depreciation
Known for sliding-door family mpv bargain.
Depreciation curve
We class the Mazda Mazda5 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 69% after three years and 56% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 83% |
| 3 years | 69% |
| 5 years | 56% |
| 7 years | 44% |
| 10 years | 31% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A compact MPV with sliding rear doors, the Mazda5 sold here from around 2007 to 2014 with 2.0 petrol power. Its flexible seven-seat layout won over a small band of family buyers. The MPV segment has since died in South Africa and used values are modest, so clean examples are good value.
Mazda5 against its rivals
Mazda Mazda5: common questions
Does the Mazda Mazda5 hold its value?
We class the Mazda Mazda5 as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 69% after three years and 56% 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.