If your budget to buy a car is not more than R200 000, what options are available to you? Should you consider buying a new car or are there used car deals that represent better value? This article will help you make an informed buying decision.
Buying a new car is a luxury but is it more practical to consider used car deals instead?
We recently launched our new “What To Buy” car-buying advice series with the intention of assisting car buyers to make better, well-informed car-buying decisions. Our first article in the series focussed on 5 used SUVs to buy for the price of a Volkswagen Polo Vivo.
In this week’s article, we are putting our focus on used car deals to consider under R200 000.
There are currently 5 new cars that buyers can consider under the R200k barrier in South Africa and these include the Renault Kwid, Toyota Vitz, Suzuki S-Presso, Celerio and Swift. While there are advantages to buying a new car, there are also drawbacks and often the used car market can offer attractive alternatives.
New Cars or Used Cars: What Car Should You Buy?
So, with a budget of no more than R200k, what used car deals are on offer? In this article, we will propose 5 used car options that represent good value. Note that this list is merely a guide and we encourage you to familiarise yourself with the Cars.co.za Used Car Search Tool so that you can easily find any car you want.
The parameters used to generate this list include cars from 2019-2023 (5 years old) and with mileage under 100 000 km. Hatchbacks, sedans and crossovers are included in the search.
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Kia Picanto
The Kia Picanto is widely regarded as a quality budget car option that’s economical to run and maintain while also offering more appealing levels of refinement and build quality.
For under R200k, used car buyers have lots of choice, with many low-mileage examples for sale. The Picanto can either be had with a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine with 49 kW and 95 Nm of torque or you can opt for the more desirable 1.2-litre petrol engine with 61 kW and 122 Nm of torque on offer. Apart from saving some money by avoiding the cost of depreciation, you are also likely to inherit the balance of the 5-year / unlimited km warranty and 2-year/30 000km service plan.
Also See: Kia Picanto (2011 – 2017) Buyer’s Guide
Buy a used Kia Picanto on Cars.co.za for under R200k
Buy a new Kia Picanto on Cars.co.za
Hyundai i20
One of the advantages of considering a used car is that you can potentially buy a bigger car with more features for the same money. The Hyundai i20 is one such example if you are looking for a used hatchback under R200k. Not only is the Hyundai i20 a reliable choice but it’s naturally-aspirated engines are also fairly economical.
Buyers can opt for either a 1.2-litre petrol engine with 61 kW and 115 Nm of torque or a more powerful 1.4-litre petrol engine with 74 kW and 133 Nm of torque.
Also see: Hyundai i20 (2009-2015) Buyer’s Guide
Buy a used Hyundai i20 on Cars.co.za for under 200k
Buy a new Hyundai i20 on Cars.co.za
Suzuki Baleno / Toyota Starlet
The underrated yet spacious Suzuki Baleno and its Toyota Starlet counterpart both represent excellent value, particularly as a used purchase.
The latest 2022/2023 Baleno and Starlet share the same engine which is a 1.5-litre, naturally-aspirated petrol engine offering 77 kW and 138 Nm. Pre-2022 iterations of these models were powered by a 1.4-litre petrol engine with 68 kW and 130 Nm.
Also see: Suzuki Baleno vs Toyota Starlet – Which Offers Better Value For Money?
Buy a used Suzuki Baleno on Cars.co.za for under R200k
Buy a used Toyota Starlet on Cars.co.za for under R200k
Buy a new Suzuki Baleno on Cars.co.za
Buy a new Toyota Starlet on Cars.co.za
Renault Captur
For those seeking some additional practicality with the benefit of some added ground clearance, the Renault Captur is worth a closer look. Not only does it offer more style than its rivals but it’s small-capacity 3-cylinder, 0.9-litre turbopetrol engine with 66 kW and 135 Nm delivers adequate punch for the daily commute. A more powerful 1.2-litre turbopetrol engine is also available with 88 kW and 190 Nm.
Buy a used Renault Captur on Cars.co.za for under R200k
Buy a new Renault Captur on Cars.co.za
Toyota Corolla Quest
Sedans might not necessarily be trending or fashionable right now but when it comes to offering space (practicality), comfort and efficiency, this body shape still makes sense and the Toyota Corolla Quest is a good option to consider for under R200k.
Buyers can choose between Toyota’s 1.6 naturally-aspirated engine with 90 kW and 154 Nm or opt for the more powerful 1.8-litre petrol engine with 103 kW and 173 Nm.
Buy a used Toyota Corolla Quest on Cars.co.za for under R200k
