Volkswagen Polo Vivo vs Toyota Starlet on rent to own: value, rental deposit and monthly rental side by side, from R8 118 a month all-in with insurance and tracking.
| Model | Sample units | Priced from | Est. rental from | Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo | 87 | R88,999 | R5,052/month | hatchback |
| Toyota Starlet | 60 | R174,900 | R9,275/month | hatchback |
The Polo Vivo is the best-selling passenger car in South Africa for a reason: cheap to run, cheap to fix, and every workshop in the country knows it. It's the entry point into rent-to-own for most of our customers. Hatchback, 5 seats, Petrol; typical value R150,000–R240,000.
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.
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.