Peugeot 206 value and depreciation
Known for peugeot's sa comeback volume seller.
Depreciation curve
We class the Peugeot 206 as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 58% after three years and 44% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 76% |
| 3 years | 58% |
| 5 years | 44% |
| 7 years | 32% |
| 10 years | 20% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The car that relaunched Peugeot as a volume player in SA around 1999, spanning 1.4 budget models, the GTi 180 and the CC folding hardtop. By Peugeot standards it sold well. Used examples are very cheap, with electrics and cooling the known weak points.
206 against its rivals
Peugeot 206: common questions
Does the Peugeot 206 hold its value?
We class the Peugeot 206 as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 58% after three years and 44% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.