Volkswagen Tiguan value and depreciation
Known for family suv with premium feel.
Projected value of a new Volkswagen Tiguan
We class the Volkswagen Tiguan as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 72% after three years and 60% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 85% | R 565 882 | R 497 976 |
| 3 years | 72% | R 479 846 | R 422 264 |
| 5 years | 60% | R 398 194 | R 350 411 |
| 7 years | 49% | R 323 297 | R 284 501 |
| 10 years | 35% | R 231 352 | R 203 590 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 664 500; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
VW's core family SUV in SA since 2008, now in its third generation. It holds value well by segment standards, and the 1.4 TSI versions dominate the used market thanks to their balance of economy and price.
What used Tiguan years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tiguan | R 664 500 | R 584 760 | Details → |
| 2025 Tiguan | R 536 381 | R 472 015 | Details → |
| 2024 Tiguan | R 468 176 | R 411 995 | Details → |
| 2023 Tiguan | R 408 643 | R 359 606 | Details → |
| 2022 Tiguan | R 352 849 | R 310 507 | Details → |
| 2021 Tiguan | R 304 672 | R 268 111 | Details → |
| 2020 Tiguan | R 260 216 | R 228 990 | Details → |
| 2019 Tiguan | R 222 246 | R 195 576 | Details → |
| 2018 Tiguan | R 189 817 | R 167 039 | Details → |
| 2017 Tiguan | R 160 340 | R 141 099 | Details → |
| 2016 Tiguan | R 135 440 | R 119 187 | Details → |
| 2015 Tiguan | R 114 407 | R 100 678 | Details → |
Tiguan against its rivals
Where the Tiguan ranks
Volkswagen Tiguan: common questions
What is a Volkswagen Tiguan worth after 3 years?
A Volkswagen Tiguan bought new today for R 664 500 is projected to be worth about R 479 846 after three years, which is 72% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 422 264.
Does the Volkswagen Tiguan hold its value?
We class the Volkswagen Tiguan as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 72% after three years and 60% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
What does a used Volkswagen Tiguan cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 468 176 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 114 407. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Volkswagen Tiguan cost per month?
Financing a new Volkswagen Tiguan at R 664 500 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 11 614 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.