Honda WR-V vs Suzuki Ignis
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Suzuki Ignis wins on money kept: 73% retained after three years vs 67%, worth about R 41 741 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| WR-V | Ignis | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 320 800 | R 237 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 5 607/m | R 4 158/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 83% | 86% |
| Retained after 3 years | 67% | 73% |
| Value after 3 years | R 215 911 | R 174 170 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 104 889 | R 63 730 |
| Value after 5 years | R 172 294 | R 145 660 |
| Our tier | Mainstream | Strong mainstream |
Honda WR-V →
SA received the Jazz-based WR-V crossover in November 2020 as a rugged-looking small SUV alternative. Sales never took off, Indian production ended during 2023, and it left the local price list in February 2024 when the Elevate arrived. Used examples appeal as slightly raised, easy-driving city cars.
Known for: jazz-based crossover practicality
Suzuki Ignis →
A crossover-styled small hatch sold in SA since 2017. The Ignis appeals to buyers wanting SUV looks at hatchback money, backed by very light fuel consumption. Volumes are modest next to the Swift and Fronx, so the used pool is smaller.
Known for: quirky styling and light fuel use
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Honda WR-V or the Suzuki Ignis?
The Suzuki Ignis. It keeps about 73% of its price after three years against 67% for the Honda WR-V, a gap of 6 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Honda WR-V loses about R 104 889 over three years and the Suzuki Ignis loses about R 63 730. 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 Honda WR-V runs about R 5 607 per month and the Suzuki Ignis about R 4 158, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.