Suzuki Swift value and depreciation
Known for affordable fun and strong resale.
Projected value of a new Suzuki Swift
We class the Suzuki Swift as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 73% after three years and 61% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 86% | R 196 282 | R 172 728 |
| 3 years | 73% | R 167 581 | R 147 471 |
| 5 years | 61% | R 140 149 | R 123 331 |
| 7 years | 50% | R 114 786 | R 101 012 |
| 10 years | 36% | R 83 304 | R 73 308 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 228 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Swift has anchored Suzuki's local range since the brand's 2008 return and now regularly tops SA's passenger-car sales charts. Buyers rate its light fuel use, cheap servicing and better-than-average resale for the price. The turbocharged Swift Sport sits at the top of the range with a small enthusiast following.
What used Swift years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Swift | R 228 900 | R 201 432 | Details → |
| 2025 Swift | R 186 049 | R 163 723 | Details → |
| 2024 Swift | R 162 947 | R 143 393 | Details → |
| 2023 Swift | R 142 714 | R 125 588 | Details → |
| 2022 Swift | R 123 708 | R 108 863 | Details → |
| 2021 Swift | R 107 233 | R 94 365 | Details → |
| 2020 Swift | R 91 987 | R 80 949 | Details → |
| 2019 Swift | R 78 908 | R 69 439 | Details → |
| 2018 Swift | R 67 689 | R 59 566 | Details → |
| 2017 Swift | R 57 455 | R 50 560 | Details → |
| 2016 Swift | R 48 769 | R 42 917 | Details → |
| 2015 Swift | R 41 396 | R 36 428 | Details → |
Swift against its rivals
Where the Swift ranks
Suzuki Swift: common questions
What is a Suzuki Swift worth after 3 years?
A Suzuki Swift bought new today for R 228 900 is projected to be worth about R 167 581 after three years, which is 73% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 147 471.
Does the Suzuki Swift hold its value?
We class the Suzuki Swift as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 73% after three years and 61% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
What does a used Suzuki Swift cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 162 947 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 41 396. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Suzuki Swift cost per month?
Financing a new Suzuki Swift at R 228 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 4 001 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.