Toyota Prius value and depreciation
Known for the original hybrid, always a niche here.
Projected value of a new Toyota Prius
We class the Toyota Prius as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% after three years and 54% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 83% | R 508 722 | R 447 675 |
| 3 years | 67% | R 414 909 | R 365 120 |
| 5 years | 54% | R 331 172 | R 291 431 |
| 7 years | 42% | R 261 469 | R 230 093 |
| 10 years | 29% | R 180 453 | R 158 799 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 616 200; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Prius introduced South Africans to hybrid power in 2005 but never sold in meaningful volumes, with high pricing and cheap petrol working against it. Later generations arrived in small allocations before Toyota shifted hybrid focus to the Corolla Cross and RAV4. Used examples are scarce, cheap to run and slow to sell.
What used Prius years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Prius | R 459 427 | R 404 296 | Details → |
| 2023 Prius | R 414 909 | R 365 120 | Details → |
| 2022 Prius | R 370 684 | R 326 202 | Details → |
| 2021 Prius | R 331 172 | R 291 431 | Details → |
| 2020 Prius | R 280 448 | R 246 794 | Details → |
| 2019 Prius | R 234 917 | R 206 727 | Details → |
| 2018 Prius | R 196 778 | R 173 165 | Details → |
| 2017 Prius | R 164 831 | R 145 051 | Details → |
| 2016 Prius | R 138 071 | R 121 502 | Details → |
| 2015 Prius | R 115 655 | R 101 776 | Details → |
| 2014 Prius | R 96 878 | R 85 253 | Details → |
| 2013 Prius | R 81 150 | R 71 412 | Details → |
Prius against its rivals
Toyota Prius: common questions
What is a Toyota Prius worth after 3 years?
A Toyota Prius bought new today for R 616 200 is projected to be worth about R 414 909 after three years, which is 67% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 365 120.
Does the Toyota Prius hold its value?
We class the Toyota Prius as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% after three years and 54% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Toyota Prius cost?
As a guide: a 2022 model is worth about R 370 684 retail today, while a 2013 model sits around R 81 150. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Toyota Prius cost per month?
Financing a new Toyota Prius at R 616 200 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 10 770 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.