Renault Sandero value and depreciation
Known for no-frills budget motoring.
Depreciation curve
We class the Renault Sandero 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 first generation was built at Nissan's Rosslyn plant from 2009, and the imported second generation soldiered on until local stock ran out in early 2022. The raised Stepway version was the volume seller. Buyers got a lot of metal for the money, though depreciation is steep and the later 66kW turbo triple needs a caring owner.
Sandero against its rivals
Renault Sandero: common questions
Does the Renault Sandero hold its value?
We class the Renault Sandero 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.