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Toyota Vitz value and depreciation

Known for cheapest new toyota in sa.

New from
R 182 400
Worth after 3 years
R 118 479
65% retained
Worth after 5 years
R 93 005
51% retained
±Monthly (new)
R 3 188/m
10% deposit, 72m, 11.75%

Projected value of a new Toyota Vitz

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We class the Toyota Vitz as a budget & entry level in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 51% after five. Big used demand keeps cheap cars moving, but thinner brand equity means faster percentage losses than the Polo class.

Retention table

AfterRetainedRetail valueTrade-in
1 year81%R 147 744R 130 015
3 years65%R 118 479R 104 262
5 years51%R 93 005R 81 844
7 years40%R 72 226R 63 559
10 years27%R 48 635R 42 799

Estimates for a new purchase at R 182 400; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.

Toyota's entry point in South Africa, a rebadged Suzuki Celerio that replaced the Agya in 2024. A 1.0-litre three-cylinder keeps fuel and insurance costs at rock bottom. It sells strongly to first-time buyers who want a new car with a full warranty for under R200k.

What used Vitz years are worth today

Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.

YearEst. retail todayTrade-in
2026 VitzR 182 400R 160 512Details →
2025 VitzR 140 042R 123 237Details →
2024 VitzR 118 870R 104 606Details →

Vitz against its rivals

Where the Vitz ranks

Toyota Vitz: common questions

What is a Toyota Vitz worth after 3 years?

A Toyota Vitz bought new today for R 182 400 is projected to be worth about R 118 479 after three years, which is 65% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 104 262.

Does the Toyota Vitz hold its value?

We class the Toyota Vitz as a budget & entry level in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 51% after five. Big used demand keeps cheap cars moving, but thinner brand equity means faster percentage losses than the Polo class.

What does a used Toyota Vitz cost?

As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 118 870 retail today, while a 2024 model sits around R 118 870. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.

What would a Toyota Vitz cost per month?

Financing a new Toyota Vitz at R 182 400 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 3 188 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.