Nissan Qashqai vs Volkswagen Tiguan
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Volkswagen Tiguan wins on money kept: 72% retained after three years vs 67%, worth about R 100 677 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Qashqai | Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 568 200 | R 664 500 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 9 931/m | R 11 614/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 82% | 85% |
| Retained after 3 years | 67% | 72% |
| Value after 3 years | R 379 168 | R 479 846 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 189 032 | R 184 654 |
| Value after 5 years | R 301 127 | R 398 194 |
| Our tier | Mainstream | Strong mainstream |
Nissan Qashqai →
Nissan launched the original Qashqai here in September 2007 and effectively created the compact crossover segment in SA. The first two generations sold in big numbers, but the pricier third-generation car struggled and was axed in June 2024. Used demand for earlier models stays healthy.
Known for: starting sa's compact crossover boom
Volkswagen Tiguan →
VW's core family SUV in SA since 2008, now in its third generation. It holds value well by segment standards, and the 1.4 TSI versions dominate the used market thanks to their balance of economy and price.
Known for: family suv with premium feel
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Nissan Qashqai or the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan. It keeps about 72% of its price after three years against 67% for the Nissan Qashqai, a gap of 5 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Nissan Qashqai loses about R 189 032 over three years and the Volkswagen Tiguan loses about R 184 654. 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 Nissan Qashqai runs about R 9 931 per month and the Volkswagen Tiguan about R 11 614, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.