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Volvo resale values in South Africa

Volvo returned to South Africa in 1994 after a long absence and has since shifted to an SUV-heavy, increasingly electric local range. The XC40, XC60 and XC90 carry most of its volume, and the brand trades on its safety reputation.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Volvo at R 1 396 800, the median new price across the range, on the premium (established) curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R500kR1mR1,5mR2mNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
78%
about R 1 091 599
Left after 3 years
58%
about R 811 106
Left after 5 years
42%
about R 586 714

Every Volvo we track

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Common questions about Volvo values

Do Volvo cars hold their value?

Volvo sits in our "Premium (established)" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Volvo keeps about 58% of its new price after three years, so a R 1 396 800 car would still be worth around R 811 106. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Volvo?

The cheapest Volvo we track is the XC40, from about R 750 000. After three years it should still be worth around R 459 176 on our estimates.

Which Volvo holds value best?

On our numbers the Volvo XC40 holds value best, keeping about 61% of its price after three years, roughly R 459 176 of a R 750 000 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.