The Audi electric car which lost R1,500,000 in value after 1 year and 5,000km

A 2025 Audi RS e-tron GT Quattro with just over 5,000km of use is being sold for R1,999,999, representing a staggering 90% depreciation in value over the past year. This phenomenon is not isolated to South Africa, with international reports documenting a similar decline in value for the electric Audi. In contrast, other vehicles like the Toyota Hilux retain significantly more of their original value, highlighting a stark disparity in the long-term durability of electric vehicles.