Audi Q5 vs Porsche Macan
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Audi Q5 wins on money kept: 62% retained after three years vs 59%, worth about R 383 406 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Q5 | Macan | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 1 018 200 | R 1 720 000 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 17 796/m | R 30 063/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 81% | 79% |
| Retained after 3 years | 62% | 59% |
| Value after 3 years | R 633 454 | R 1 016 860 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 384 746 | R 703 140 |
| Value after 5 years | R 477 147 | R 743 324 |
| Our tier | Premium (established) | Premium (established) |
Audi Q5 →
The Q5 has been Audi's strongest SUV seller in South Africa since 2009, valued for refinement and the long-serving 2.0 TDI drivetrain. The latest generation opens with the 40 TDI quattro at just over R1 million. It resells more easily than Audi's sedans, though normal German premium depreciation still applies.
Known for: best-selling audi suv in sa
Porsche Macan →
The Macan became Porsche South Africa's biggest seller soon after its 2014 launch, mixing hatch-like handling with SUV practicality. Petrol and early diesel versions dominated the first generation, and the second generation sold here is fully electric, from about R1.72 million. First-generation petrol cars remain in demand used and hold value well for the segment.
Known for: the default sporty compact premium suv
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Audi Q5 or the Porsche Macan?
The Audi Q5. It keeps about 62% of its price after three years against 59% for the Porsche Macan, a gap of 3 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Audi Q5 loses about R 384 746 over three years and the Porsche Macan loses about R 703 140. Fuel, insurance and servicing can narrow or widen that, but the depreciation gap is the number to start from.
What do they cost per month?
On typical finance (10% deposit, 72 months, 11.75%), the Audi Q5 runs about R 17 796 per month and the Porsche Macan about R 30 063, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.