Rover 75 value and depreciation
Known for wood-and-leather british comfort.
Projected value of a new Rover 75
We class the Rover 75 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 37% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 72% | R 179 454 | R 157 920 |
| 3 years | 52% | R 128 248 | R 112 858 |
| 5 years | 37% | R 92 741 | R 81 612 |
| 7 years | 27% | R 67 064 | R 59 016 |
| 10 years | 17% | R 41 240 | R 36 291 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 249 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
British wood-and-leather charm defined the 75, sold in SA from 2002 with 1.8 turbo and 2.5 V6 power, a Tourer wagon, and from late 2004 a 4.6 V8 flagship at up to R526,000. MG Rover's 2005 collapse orphaned the car within three years. Used prices have settled at hobby-car levels and head gasket history matters on the V6.
75 against its rivals
Rover 75: common questions
What is a Rover 75 worth after 3 years?
A Rover 75 bought new today for R 249 000 is projected to be worth about R 128 248 after three years, which is 52% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 112 858.
Does the Rover 75 hold its value?
We class the Rover 75 as a orphan & discontinued in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 37% after five. When a brand leaves South Africa its residuals collapse. No dealer network means no price floor.
What would a Rover 75 cost per month?
Financing a new Rover 75 at R 249 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 4 352 per month before bank fees and insurance.
Keep going
All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.