Toyota bZ4X value and depreciation
Known for toyota's first ev in south africa.
Projected value of a new Toyota bZ4X
We class the Toyota bZ4X as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 47% after three years and 33% 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 | 69% | R 811 070 | R 713 742 |
| 3 years | 47% | R 554 888 | R 488 301 |
| 5 years | 33% | R 384 461 | R 338 326 |
| 7 years | 23% | R 273 126 | R 240 351 |
| 10 years | 15% | R 173 909 | R 153 040 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 182 800; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Toyota's first battery electric model reached South Africa in late 2025, priced from just under R1.2 million. It is a RAV4-sized SUV competing in a small but growing local EV market. Volumes are tiny while charging infrastructure and pricing limit demand, so depreciation is expected to be steep.
What used bZ4X years are worth today
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bZ4X against its rivals
Where the bZ4X ranks
Toyota bZ4X: common questions
What is a Toyota bZ4X worth after 3 years?
A Toyota bZ4X bought new today for R 1 182 800 is projected to be worth about R 554 888 after three years, which is 47% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 488 301.
Does the Toyota bZ4X hold its value?
We class the Toyota bZ4X as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 47% after three years and 33% 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 would a Toyota bZ4X cost per month?
Financing a new Toyota bZ4X at R 1 182 800 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 20 673 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.