Peugeot 3008 vs Toyota RAV4
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The Toyota RAV4 wins on money kept: 78% retained after three years vs 58%, worth about R 288 498 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| 3008 | RAV4 | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 539 900 | R 770 500 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 9 437/m | R 13 467/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 76% | 89% |
| Retained after 3 years | 58% | 78% |
| Value after 3 years | R 312 602 | R 601 100 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 227 298 | R 169 400 |
| Value after 5 years | R 237 358 | R 513 649 |
| Our tier | Weak-franchise mainstream | Legendary retainer |
Peugeot 3008 →
Sold here from the first-generation crossover in 2010 through the well-regarded second-generation SUV, with new stock gone by about 2025. Its i-Cockpit interior was a genuine talking point. Used prices look tempting for the spec on offer.
Known for: i-cockpit family suv value
Toyota RAV4 →
The RAV4 has been in South Africa since the original 1990s three-door and is now a family SUV staple. Current demand centres on the hybrid derivatives, which have been supply-constrained and hold value exceptionally well. It sells on dependability and low running costs rather than badge glamour.
Known for: hybrid efficiency and tight supply
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Peugeot 3008 or the Toyota RAV4?
The Toyota RAV4. It keeps about 78% of its price after three years against 58% for the Peugeot 3008, a gap of 20 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Peugeot 3008 loses about R 227 298 over three years and the Toyota RAV4 loses about R 169 400. 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 3008 runs about R 9 437 per month and the Toyota RAV4 about R 13 467, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.