Renault Kiger 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 60%, worth about R 41 419 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Kiger | Ignis | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 219 999 | R 237 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 3 845/m | R 4 158/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 78% | 86% |
| Retained after 3 years | 60% | 73% |
| Value after 3 years | R 132 751 | R 174 170 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 87 248 | R 63 730 |
| Value after 5 years | R 102 850 | R 145 660 |
| Our tier | Weak-franchise mainstream | Strong mainstream |
Renault Kiger →
Built in India alongside the Nissan Magnite, with which it shares its platform and engines. The Kiger undercuts most compact crossover rivals on price and offers a willing 1.0 turbo in upper trims. It effectively replaced the Sandero in the local line-up, though trade-in values trail Suzuki and Toyota equivalents.
Known for: affordable crossover with generous spec
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 Renault Kiger or the Suzuki Ignis?
The Suzuki Ignis. It keeps about 73% of its price after three years against 60% for the Renault Kiger, a gap of 13 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Renault Kiger loses about R 87 248 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 Renault Kiger runs about R 3 845 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.