Porsche Taycan value and depreciation
Known for benchmark ev performance and charging speed.
Projected value of a new Porsche Taycan
We class the Porsche Taycan as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 65% | R 1 942 850 | R 1 709 708 |
| 3 years | 42% | R 1 245 725 | R 1 096 238 |
| 5 years | 27% | R 810 875 | R 713 570 |
| 7 years | 18% | R 543 737 | R 478 489 |
| 10 years | 11% | R 321 103 | R 282 571 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 2 989 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Deliveries of Porsche's first EV began in South Africa in early 2021, with the range spanning rear-drive Taycan to the Turbo S and Cross Turismo wagon. Current pricing starts near R3 million. Performance and build quality earn praise, but like most expensive EVs locally it depreciates much faster than Porsche's petrol cars.
What used Taycan years are worth today
Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.
| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Taycan | R 2 989 000 | R 2 630 320 | Details → |
| 2025 Taycan | R 1 841 564 | R 1 620 576 | Details → |
| 2024 Taycan | R 1 387 239 | R 1 220 770 | Details → |
| 2023 Taycan | R 1 060 876 | R 933 571 | Details → |
| 2022 Taycan | R 811 294 | R 713 939 | Details → |
| 2021 Taycan | R 620 428 | R 545 977 | Details → |
Taycan against its rivals
Where the Taycan ranks
Porsche Taycan: common questions
What is a Porsche Taycan worth after 3 years?
A Porsche Taycan bought new today for R 2 989 000 is projected to be worth about R 1 245 725 after three years, which is 42% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 096 238.
Does the Porsche Taycan hold its value?
We class the Porsche Taycan as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used Porsche Taycan cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 1 387 239 retail today, while a 2021 model sits around R 620 428. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Porsche Taycan cost per month?
Financing a new Porsche Taycan at R 2 989 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 52 243 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.