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Weak-franchise mainstream tier

Opel resale values in South Africa

Opel has deep South African roots through GM and Delta Motor Corporation, which built Kadetts, Astras and Corsas in Port Elizabeth. Today it is a Stellantis import brand with a range trimmed to the Corsa, Mokka and Grandland.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Opel at R 534 900, the median new price across the range, on the weak-franchise mainstream curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R150kR300kR450kR600kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
76%
about R 403 956
Left after 3 years
57%
about R 303 930
Left after 5 years
43%
about R 228 672

Every Opel we track

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Common questions about Opel values

Do Opel cars hold their value?

Opel sits in our "Weak-franchise mainstream" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Opel keeps about 57% of its new price after three years, so a R 534 900 car would still be worth around R 303 930. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Opel?

The cheapest Opel we track is the Corsa, from about R 489 900. After three years it should still be worth around R 278 361 on our estimates.

Which Opel holds value best?

On our numbers the Opel Mokka holds value best, keeping about 58% of its price after three years, roughly R 309 707 of a R 534 900 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.