What is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny worth?
Our estimate for a 14-year-old Suzuki Jimny in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2012 Jimny on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2012 model sits today: 14 years in, 70% of the new price already gone. The steep part of the curve is behind it; from here it sheds value at roughly 9% a year.
If you buy it now
| Fair buy price (retail) | R 62 372 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 56 646 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 46 723 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 15 649 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 1 090/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | R 72 454 | — | See value → |
| 2012 (this page) | R 62 372 | +R 10 082 to newest | |
| 2011 | R 53 693 | +R 18 761 to newest | See value → |
2012 Suzuki Jimny: common questions
What is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny worth in South Africa?
Around R 62 372 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 67 985 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 56 759. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 54 887.
Is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 70% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 62 372 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 15 649 more. As a legendary retainer model, its steepest losses are behind it, which is exactly when this kind of car makes the most financial sense used.
What did a 2012 Suzuki Jimny cost new?
About R 210 246 at launch pricing in 2012 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 30% of that.
What would financing a 2012 Suzuki Jimny cost monthly?
At R 62 372 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 1 090 per month before fees and insurance. Shorter terms suit used cars better; run your own numbers in the value calculator.
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Estimates modelled from list pricing and our SA depreciation tiers; condition, mileage, spec and region move real prices. Not a valuation or an offer.