Suzuki Ignis vs Toyota Agya
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 65%, worth about R 58 159 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Ignis | Agya | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 237 900 | R 178 600 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 4 158/m | R 3 122/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 86% | 81% |
| Retained after 3 years | 73% | 65% |
| Value after 3 years | R 174 170 | R 116 011 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 63 730 | R 62 589 |
| Value after 5 years | R 145 660 | R 91 068 |
| Our tier | Strong mainstream | Budget & entry level |
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
Toyota Agya →
An Indonesian-built city car that served as Toyota's cheapest model from 2020 until the Vitz replaced it. The 1.0-litre engine is basic but frugal, and equipment was thin on early cars. Used examples are plentiful and cheap to run, though the badge carries more weight than the car itself.
Known for: short-lived budget hatch before the vitz
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Suzuki Ignis or the Toyota Agya?
The Suzuki Ignis. It keeps about 73% of its price after three years against 65% for the Toyota Agya, a gap of 8 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Suzuki Ignis loses about R 63 730 over three years and the Toyota Agya loses about R 62 589. 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 Suzuki Ignis runs about R 4 158 per month and the Toyota Agya about R 3 122, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.