Peugeot 2008 vs Volkswagen T-Cross
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Volkswagen T-Cross wins on money kept: 73% retained after three years vs 58%, worth about R 16 074 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| 2008 | T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 529 900 | R 399 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 9 262/m | R 6 990/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 76% | 85% |
| Retained after 3 years | 58% | 73% |
| Value after 3 years | R 306 812 | R 290 738 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 223 088 | R 109 162 |
| Value after 5 years | R 232 962 | R 242 191 |
| Our tier | Weak-franchise mainstream | Strong mainstream |
Peugeot 2008 →
Peugeot's compact SUV and its main passenger model in SA today, priced from R529,900 after the 2025 facelift. The second generation's cabin and 1.2 turbo engine earned real praise. Resale still trails the T-Cross and Corolla Cross crowd.
Known for: peugeot's current volume seller
Volkswagen T-Cross →
VW's Polo-based compact SUV has been a consistent top seller since its 2019 launch. Its 1.0 TSI engines are familiar from the Polo, and resale is among the strongest in a crowded small SUV segment.
Known for: polo-based suv practicality
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Peugeot 2008 or the Volkswagen T-Cross?
The Volkswagen T-Cross. It keeps about 73% of its price after three years against 58% for the Peugeot 2008, a gap of 15 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Peugeot 2008 loses about R 223 088 over three years and the Volkswagen T-Cross loses about R 109 162. 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 Peugeot 2008 runs about R 9 262 per month and the Volkswagen T-Cross about R 6 990, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.