What is the cheapest Volkswagen you can buy?
While there's a lot to choose from if you're in the market for a used car, what can you consider if a new car is your only option? We've analysed the Volkswagen South Africa product offerings to bring a list of the cheapest vehicles they sell in each segment.
Volkswagen has a rather steeped history in South Africa dating all the way back to 1946 when VWSA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Aktiengessellschaft (VWAG) in Germany, was established. With a 520 963 m² plant based in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, VWSA produces vehicles for both the local market and for export as well as components and engines for certain models.
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The brand is popular amongst the style and status-conscious consumers of South Africa with the Golf GTI a firm favourite amongst the younger, performance-orientated crowd. Getting into an affordable used VW is as easy as clicking on this link: Used Volkswagens for sale in South Africa but if you're after something new then you'll want to look at your options below.
Cheapest VW hatch in South Africa
The cheapest VW hatchback in South Africa is the Polo Vivo 1.4 Trendline. Powered by a 1.4-litre, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated engine, it produces 55 kW and 130 Nm torque and is claimed to return a fuel consumption of 5.7 l/100 km on the combined cycle. It's fitted with a manual gearbox, has ABS and 2 airbags and has airconditioning as standard.
Cost: R227 900
Cheapest VW sedan in South Africa
If you're needing some additional space and a hatchback won't cut it, you can go for the Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.4 Trendline. It's powered by a 63 kW and 132 Nm inline 4-cylinder with a displacement of 1.4-litres. The Polo Sedan is said to return a fuel consumption of 5.9 l/100 km and is fitted with 4 airbags, ABS and has airconditioning as standard along with electric windows.
Cost: R257 500
Cheapest VW Crossover SUV in South Africa
Want something with a little more ground clearance and visibility? Then a crossover is ideal for you. Volkswagen offers a range of crossovers, ranging from the T-Cross to the T-Roc, and Tiguan. The cheapest crossover is the Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0TSI 70kW Comfortline that offers you a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder engine that makes 70 kW and 175 Nm to give you a claimed fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100 km.
Cost: R357 900
Cheapest VW SUV in South Africa
The lines between a crossover and an SUV have been blurred for a long time. Some will call the Tiguan an SUV while others will refer to the larger Touareg as a crossover. Either way, both the Tiguan and Touareg offer you a lot of value for your money. The entry-level Tiguan is the Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4TSI 110kW while the cheapest Touareg is the Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI Luxury.
Cost - Tiguan 1.4TSI 110kW: R528 800
Cost - Touareg V6 TDI Luxury: R1 254 600
Cheapest VW bakkie in South Africa
Once upon a time, there was something called the Caddy. While the Caddy name still exists, the old Caddy was a half-ton LCV/bakkie that was immensely popular. Now, VW only has the Amarok that caters for the bakkie enthusiast. The cheapest Amarok is the Volkswagen Amarok 2.0BiTDI double cab Highline 4Motion. Powered by a 2.0-litre BiTurbo diesel engine that produces 132 kW and 400 Nm, the Amarok is claimed to return fuel consumption figures of 8.6 l/100 km of the combined cycle.
Cost: R738 800
Cheapest VW MPV in South Africa
Remember the Caddy we mentioned above, well it's changed shape and now presents as an MPV and a more commercial-friendly panel van. The cheapest VW Caddy is the Volkswagen Caddy 1.6 crew bus powered by an 81 kW and 155 Nm 16-litre engine that s claimed to return a fuel consumption of 8.2 l/100 km. This Caddy will give you ABS, air conditioning, 2 airbags and seating for 7 persons.
Cost: R339 900
