Mitsubishi Xpander vs Toyota Rush
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
Too close to call on resale: both keep about 69% of their value over three years. Decide on the deal, not the badge.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Xpander | Rush | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 365 995 | R 299 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 6 397/m | R 5 242/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 83% | 83% |
| Retained after 3 years | 69% | 67% |
| Value after 3 years | R 251 780 | R 201 844 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 114 215 | R 98 056 |
| Value after 5 years | R 203 398 | R 161 069 |
| Our tier | Mainstream | Mainstream |
Mitsubishi Xpander →
Since arriving in 2021 the Xpander has been one of Mitsubishi's better sellers in South Africa. A simple 1.5 petrol with manual or automatic keeps running costs down, and the Xpander Cross adds crossover styling at the top of the range. It fights the Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Rumion for budget family money.
Known for: affordable seven-seat family transport
Toyota Rush →
The Rush was an Avanza-based crossover with seven seats and rear-wheel drive, sold from 2018 until the Urban Cruiser replaced it. Its raised stance and SUV looks attracted family buyers on a budget. Used examples hold value well thanks to the badge and the shortage of cheap seven-seaters.
Known for: budget seven-seater with suv styling
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Mitsubishi Xpander or the Toyota Rush?
They are close to inseparable: 69% vs 67% retained after three years. Buy on price, spec and the deal you can get, not on resale.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Mitsubishi Xpander loses about R 114 215 over three years and the Toyota Rush loses about R 98 056. 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 Mitsubishi Xpander runs about R 6 397 per month and the Toyota Rush about R 5 242, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.