Is the Starlet or the Kwid cheaper to rent to own?

The Renault Kwid is the cheaper of the two each month, from about R7 653 on a R140 000 vehicle value with a rental deposit from R14 000. The Toyota Starlet starts at about R11 132 a month. Both are best-case indicative figures confirmed on approval and set out in your signed rental agreement.

What is included in the monthly rental on either car?

One monthly debit order covering comprehensive insurance, vehicle tracking, licence and registration, 24/7 roadside assistance and all rental administration, plus the option to own the vehicle at the end of the term. Fuel and tyres are yours. It is a rental agreement with an option to own, not vehicle finance.

Can I switch between the Starlet and the Kwid after applying?

Yes. You apply once and we match you to stock in the national dealer network, so you can compare the two side by side before signing. 7 units in the network today for the Starlet and 12 units in the network today for the Kwid.

Do I qualify for either car with a low credit score?

Approval is affordability-led from R14,000 gross income a month with a soft credit check only, which does not affect your credit score. Blacklisted and debt-review applicants are welcome, and the same terms apply to both models.

Toyota Starlet vs Renault Kwid | Rent to Own Cost Compared

Toyota Starlet vs Renault Kwid on rent to own: value, rental deposit and monthly rental side by side, from R7 653 a month all-in with insurance and tracking.

Side by side

Model	Sample units	Priced from	Est. rental from	Body
Toyota Starlet	60	R174,900	R9,275/month	hatchback
Renault Kwid	192	R64,999	R3,936/month	hatchback

Toyota Starlet

The Toyota Starlet is a rebadged Suzuki Baleno wearing Toyota's badge, warranty and dealer network. It gives you the biggest boot and rear seat in the budget hatch class with Toyota's service backing, which is exactly why it is one of the most searched monthly-cost cars in South Africa. Hatchback, 5 seats, Petrol; typical value R209,900–R290,000.

Renault Kwid

The Renault Kwid looks like a miniature SUV and costs less to run than almost anything else on the road. It is the most searched budget car in South Africa for a reason: the monthly figure is very hard to beat. Compact hatchback, 5 seats, Petrol; typical value R140,000–R200,000.

Rentals include insurance, tracking and licensing. A rental deposit applies; figures are confirmed on approval.

Figures from our stock check on 10 October 2026. Each car's availability is confirmed when you apply.