Volkswagen Touareg value and depreciation
Known for flagship suv tech, heavy depreciation.
Projected value of a new Volkswagen Touareg
We class the Volkswagen Touareg as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% | R 1 187 092 | R 1 044 641 |
| 3 years | 60% | R 898 832 | R 790 972 |
| 5 years | 44% | R 663 749 | R 584 099 |
| 7 years | 32% | R 483 979 | R 425 902 |
| 10 years | 20% | R 295 668 | R 260 188 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 494 300; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
VW's flagship SUV has been sold in SA since 2003 and shares its platform with the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. New prices sit deep in premium territory, but depreciation is heavier than the equivalent BMW or Mercedes, which makes used examples strong value.
What used Touareg years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Touareg | R 1 494 300 | R 1 314 984 | Details → |
| 2025 Touareg | R 1 125 205 | R 990 180 | Details → |
| 2024 Touareg | R 928 060 | R 816 693 | Details → |
| 2023 Touareg | R 765 457 | R 673 602 | Details → |
| 2022 Touareg | R 623 493 | R 548 674 | Details → |
| 2021 Touareg | R 507 857 | R 446 914 | Details → |
| 2020 Touareg | R 413 668 | R 364 028 | Details → |
| 2019 Touareg | R 332 705 | R 292 780 | Details → |
| 2018 Touareg | R 267 588 | R 235 477 | Details → |
| 2017 Touareg | R 215 215 | R 189 389 | Details → |
| 2016 Touareg | R 173 093 | R 152 322 | Details → |
| 2015 Touareg | R 139 215 | R 122 509 | Details → |
Touareg against its rivals
Volkswagen Touareg: common questions
What is a Volkswagen Touareg worth after 3 years?
A Volkswagen Touareg bought new today for R 1 494 300 is projected to be worth about R 898 832 after three years, which is 60% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 790 972.
Does the Volkswagen Touareg hold its value?
We class the Volkswagen Touareg as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Volkswagen Touareg cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 928 060 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 139 215. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Volkswagen Touareg cost per month?
Financing a new Volkswagen Touareg at R 1 494 300 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 26 118 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.