Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 value and depreciation
Known for farm and bush workhorse that barely depreciates.
Projected value of a new Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79
We class the Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 as a legendary retainer in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 79% after three years and 68% after five. Supply-constrained icons with waiting lists. They lose value slower than anything else on SA roads, holding around 80% after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 90% | R 760 327 | R 669 088 |
| 3 years | 79% | R 667 749 | R 587 619 |
| 5 years | 68% | R 573 405 | R 504 596 |
| 7 years | 57% | R 481 321 | R 423 562 |
| 10 years | 43% | R 361 747 | R 318 337 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 849 300; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The 70 Series has been sold in South Africa in essentially the same form for decades, as the 79 single and double cab bakkie and the 76 wagon and 78 Troop Carrier. Farmers, mines and safari operators buy them for solid axles and total simplicity. Supply is permanently short and used prices sit astonishingly close to new.
What used Land Cruiser 76/79 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 849 300 | R 747 384 | Details → |
| 2025 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 720 690 | R 634 207 | Details → |
| 2024 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 640 180 | R 563 358 | Details → |
| 2023 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 568 664 | R 500 424 | Details → |
| 2022 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 499 491 | R 439 552 | Details → |
| 2021 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 438 732 | R 386 084 | Details → |
| 2020 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 381 007 | R 335 286 | Details → |
| 2019 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 330 878 | R 291 173 | Details → |
| 2018 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 287 344 | R 252 863 | Details → |
| 2017 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 246 684 | R 217 082 | Details → |
| 2016 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 211 778 | R 186 365 | Details → |
| 2015 Land Cruiser 76/79 | R 181 811 | R 159 994 | Details → |
Land Cruiser 76/79 against its rivals
Where the Land Cruiser 76/79 ranks
Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79: common questions
What is a Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 worth after 3 years?
A Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 bought new today for R 849 300 is projected to be worth about R 667 749 after three years, which is 79% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 587 619.
Does the Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 hold its value?
We class the Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 as a legendary retainer in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 79% after three years and 68% after five. Supply-constrained icons with waiting lists. They lose value slower than anything else on SA roads, holding around 80% after three years.
What does a used Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 640 180 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 181 811. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 cost per month?
Financing a new Toyota Land Cruiser 76/79 at R 849 300 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 14 844 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.