Renault Koleos 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 58%, worth about R 134 183 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Koleos | Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 596 999 | R 664 500 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 10 435/m | R 11 614/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 76% | 85% |
| Retained after 3 years | 58% | 72% |
| Value after 3 years | R 345 662 | R 479 846 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 251 337 | R 184 654 |
| Value after 5 years | R 262 461 | R 398 194 |
| Our tier | Weak-franchise mainstream | Strong mainstream |
Renault Koleos →
The nameplate first appeared in 2008, disappeared for a spell, then returned in 2017 as Renault's midsize SUV flagship. The current 2.5-litre CVT model starts just under R600,000 and majors on space and comfort rather than badge appeal. It sells in small numbers, so resale trails the Tucson and Sportage it competes with.
Known for: spacious comfort-focused midsize suv
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 Renault Koleos or the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan. It keeps about 72% of its price after three years against 58% for the Renault Koleos, a gap of 14 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Renault Koleos loses about R 251 337 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 Renault Koleos runs about R 10 435 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.