Volkswagen Transporter value and depreciation
Known for workhorse van with strong resale.
Projected value of a new Volkswagen Transporter
We class the Volkswagen Transporter as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 72% after three years and 59% 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 702 243 | R 617 974 |
| 3 years | 72% | R 593 790 | R 522 535 |
| 5 years | 59% | R 491 164 | R 432 224 |
| 7 years | 48% | R 397 339 | R 349 658 |
| 10 years | 34% | R 282 681 | R 248 759 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 827 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
VW's workhorse van line stretches back decades in SA, and the current generation has been built alongside the Ford Transit Custom since 2025. Panel vans dominate fleet and courier sales, and the badge holds value well in the commercial market.
What used Transporter years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Transporter | R 827 000 | R 727 760 | Details → |
| 2025 Transporter | R 665 633 | R 585 757 | Details → |
| 2024 Transporter | R 580 170 | R 510 550 | Details → |
| 2023 Transporter | R 505 680 | R 444 998 | Details → |
| 2022 Transporter | R 435 933 | R 383 621 | Details → |
| 2021 Transporter | R 375 806 | R 330 709 | Details → |
| 2020 Transporter | R 320 390 | R 281 943 | Details → |
| 2019 Transporter | R 273 146 | R 240 368 | Details → |
| 2018 Transporter | R 232 868 | R 204 924 | Details → |
| 2017 Transporter | R 196 309 | R 172 752 | Details → |
| 2016 Transporter | R 165 490 | R 145 631 | Details → |
| 2015 Transporter | R 139 510 | R 122 769 | Details → |
Transporter against its rivals
Volkswagen Transporter: common questions
What is a Volkswagen Transporter worth after 3 years?
A Volkswagen Transporter bought new today for R 827 000 is projected to be worth about R 593 790 after three years, which is 72% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 522 535.
Does the Volkswagen Transporter hold its value?
We class the Volkswagen Transporter as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 72% after three years and 59% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
What does a used Volkswagen Transporter cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 580 170 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 139 510. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Volkswagen Transporter cost per month?
Financing a new Volkswagen Transporter at R 827 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 14 455 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.