What is a 2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo worth?
Our estimate for a 4-year-old Volkswagen Polo Vivo in average condition with typical mileage, on 2026 market pricing.
The 2022 Polo Vivo on its value curve
The marker shows where a 2022 model sits today: 4 years in, 35% of the new price already gone. The steep part of the curve is behind it; from here it sheds value at roughly 9% a year.
If you buy it now
| Fair buy price (retail) | R 143 693 |
| Worth in 1 year | R 130 761 |
| Worth in 3 years | R 105 916 |
| 3-year cost of ownership (depreciation) | R 37 777 |
| ±Monthly financed | R 2 512/m |
Depreciation only; fuel, insurance and maintenance excluded.
Is one year newer worth it?
| Model year | Est. retail | Step up costs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | R 166 589 | — | See value → |
| 2022 (this page) | R 143 693 | +R 22 896 to newest | |
| 2021 | R 123 944 | +R 42 645 to newest | See value → |
2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo: common questions
What is a 2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo worth in South Africa?
Around R 143 693 as a retail asking price, with clean low-mileage examples reaching R 156 625 and higher-mileage cars closer to R 130 761. A dealer trade-in offer would sit near R 126 450.
Is a 2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo a good buy now?
It has already absorbed 35% of its new-car depreciation. If you buy at R 143 693 and keep it three years, expect it to shed roughly R 37 777 more. As a strong mainstream model, it holds value well for its age, so you are paying for retention you will largely get back.
What did a 2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo cost new?
About R 219 482 at launch pricing in 2022 (our estimate, deflated from today's list price). It has kept 65% of that.
What would financing a 2022 Volkswagen Polo Vivo cost monthly?
At R 143 693 over 72 months at 11.75% with 10% down, roughly R 2 512 per month before fees and insurance. Shorter terms suit used cars better; run your own numbers in the value calculator.
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Estimates modelled from list pricing and our SA depreciation tiers; condition, mileage, spec and region move real prices. Not a valuation or an offer.