Peugeot 405 value and depreciation
Known for rare return-era sedan.
Depreciation curve
We class the Peugeot 405 as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 56% after three years and 42% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% |
| 3 years | 56% |
| 5 years | 42% |
| 7 years | 30% |
| 10 years | 19% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Small numbers were sold in the mid 1990s as Peugeot re-established itself locally. It is remembered more as a global success story than an SA staple. Survivors are rare and cheap.
405 against its rivals
Peugeot 405: common questions
Does the Peugeot 405 hold its value?
We class the Peugeot 405 as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 56% after three years and 42% 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.