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March 2024 | Vol 68.02 | Issue no 805

From the
editor’s desk
W
hat began as a fun-filled daily kick- for professionalism – regularly affords us first
about with my son and his soccer ball dibs at some of the most important motoring
has evolved into quite the contest, with content. This includes exclusive first drives of two
a miniature set of goal posts set up and the real significant new entrants into the market, the all-
prospect of arriving home to find him stretching new Ford Territory (page 40) and the imposing-
his seven-year-old limbs – while wearing a replica looking (and so-named) GWM Tank (page 46).
kit of his current favourite Norwegian-born striker Turning eight and 10 this year, will my children
– ahead of kick-off. Neither of us has played the ever own a vehicle; and, if so, what ‘fuel’ will it run
game at a school level, so any skill on display is on? Will we have reached a point where a car is
derived purely from what we’ve seen on television simply another device that is acquired via deals
or, in the case of my son, via his PlayStation packaged to suit our monthly budgets, with a view
controls. That said, he’s getting good and I find to a timely upgrade after an agreed period, much
myself having to concentrate to keep pace, mostly like our modern smartphones? Turn to page 36 for
so as not to tear a hamstring. insight into the growing trend of vehicle leasing.
Watching Carlos Sainz Sr winning his fourth Thank you for your continued feedback on a
Dakar at the age of 61 and his 29-year-old son product that we hold dear. Based on this, we are
Carlos Jr, the happiest of all his supporters, awaiting happy to confirm the popular letters pages will
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entail. While Junior’s pedigree is there for all to see,
where would a prospective Formula One driver’s
title for team Scuderia rank within the extensive
trophy cabin at the Sainz villa? I also pondered the
current betting odds for a son to win the F1 title in
the same year as his father stood on the top step of
the podium at Dakar…
In the old days we proudly proclaimed them
as scoops, but now we’re content that our
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CONTENTS MARCH
2024
local first drive, we get behind
the wheel of Ford’s eagerly
awaited Territory midsize SUV.
P40

BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport


P62

Insight Drive 4×4 Raider X 6MT Buy


22 Volkswagen Golf GTI, 46 Tank 300 HEV 2.0T 9HAT 78 Mercedes-AMG A35 100 Case study: Older transport
Honda Series 0 concepts, 4X4 Super Luxury Hatch 4Matic with sensible luggage
Toyota GR Yaris, Toyota 50 Land Rover Defender 110 82 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max space for less than
Sport Crossover and Urban P400e PHEV 1.6TGDI 290T Executive R125 000
SUV concepts, Mercedes- AWD 102 Starter classic: Ford Cortina
AMG SL63 E Performance Classic Drive 86 Long-termers: Ford Puma series 4 and 5 (1977–1984)
32 What’s up, Honda? 54 1935 Bentley 3.7-litre ST-Line introduction, 105 CAR Guide
34 A Cool Thing: Lamborghini Coupé by Barker Kia Carnival 2.2 CRDI 135 CAR Dealer
High-Performance EX+ 8-seater 146 Buyers Guide
headsets Column 154 How it started: BMW M5
60 Driving to distraction Tech
Consumer by Gareth Dean 90 Slip ‘n Slide: Continuously
36 A New Lease on Life: variable transmissions
Private vehicle leasing Tests
62 BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport Speed
Feature 68 Lexus RX 500h F Sport 94 Four-sprung Fighting Spirit
40 Ford Territory 74 Toyota Hilux 2.4GD-6 DC – Audi’s 2024 Dakar success

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The Urus S, the successor to the original Urus, delivers increased performance and exclusivity,
revealing even greater strength and a heightened level of luxury. It is the ultimate super SUV, one
that combines maximum capability and comfort on any terrain and road condition. The twin-turbo
V8 engine, with an increase in power of 490 kW (666 PS), delivers 850 Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in
3.3 seconds, 0-200 km/h in just 12.5 seconds with a top speed of 305 km/h: Pure Lamborghini DNA.

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INSIGHT NEWS

TALKING ABOUT
AN EVOLUTION Volkswagen unveils some changes
– great and small – with
the updated Golf GTI
By: Gareth Dean

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Volkswagen’s iconic Golf nameplate and the 48th birthday of
the car widely considered the progenitor of the hot-hatch segment, the Golf GTI. As expected, the Golf
8.5 hasn’t undergone any dramatic changes – it is, after all, a winning formula – but with more power,
improved cabin ergonomics and connectivity systems powered by artificial intelligence, it looks like a
fitting last hurrah for what may be the last internal-combustion-engined Golf.

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SUBTLE SKIN SIMPLER WITHIN GT(AI) MORE POWER IN
As expected, the 8.5’s exterior The current GTI’s cabin hasn’t met In addition to the public’s feedback ICE’S FINAL HOUR
treatments are very subtle, mainly with unanimous praise, mostly on haptic controls, VW has also With this likely being the last
encompassing revised headlamps owing to VW’s move towards less heeded the criticism levelled at the internal-combustion-engined
with a less scalloped lower section, intuitive haptic interfaces for Golf’s MIB infotainment system. Golf GTI, it stands to reason that
more pronounced ‘fangs’ on an its steering wheel and ancillary In addition to a larger screen, MIB the long-standing 2,0-litre EA888
updated front valance, a deeper controls. While these divisive now features a more powerful turbopetrol gets a hefty shot in
rear bumper and restyled taillamps controls remain for the HVAC processor to address latency the arm. While the torque remains
with updated LED elements. and light functions, the steering issues and revised sub-menus unchanged at 370 N.m, the power
wheel sees the welcome return for improved navigability. But output climbs from 180 to 195 kW,
of physical buttons. The centre the biggest development is the which should see the 7-speed
console also sports an updated integration of AI in the form of a DSG-equipped GTI 8.5 driving its
12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment ChatGPT-enabled voice assistant 0–100 km/h sprint time down to
system lifted from the ID.3 and that broadens the variety of verbal around six seconds.
ID.7 EV models. commands for vehicle functions
and provides extended connectivity
to various online information- and
streaming services.

ETA
While the European
roll-out has been
pegged for Q2 this
year, VWSA hasn’t
made any mention of
when or whether the
Golf 8.5 will come to
our market. Should
it get the green light,
expect the line-up
to solely comprise
performance models
such as GTI, Golf R and
perhaps a ClubSport.

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INSIGHT NEWS

ZERO TO EV HEROES
A brace of 0 Series concepts and a new-look badge previews a bright EV future for Honda

Honda announced its Honda 0 THINNER THINKING SALOON


Series – a new global EV line-up The 0 Series models will be The rakish-looking Saloon sits
underpinned by a modular platform underpinned by variations of the on a dedicated EV platform and
– at this year’s CES with the unveiling firm’s new modular EV platform incorporates a wide, low-slung
of two concepts: the Saloon and the that Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe stance with a spacious cabin that
Space Hub. The firm plans to launch describes as “thin, light and wise”, features technologies such as
a production-ready version of the as opposed to the current approach steer-by-wire, as well as posture-
Saloon in several markets (Japan, to EV development, which is “thick, and motion controls, gleaned from
Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East heavy and smart”. He references the firm’s experience in humanoid
and South America) by 2026. The the Saloon concept’s low-height robotics, that will form a closer
firm also debuted a new H mark platform, incorporating a shallow connection between the car and
logo earmarked for its upcoming battery pack that features slimmer, its driver. In addition to its striking
EV models. lighter cells. Allied with more form, much of the Saloon’s body-
efficient motors, this setup makes work and interior makes use of
the car lighter and sportier to drive. sustainably sourced materials.

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SPACE HUB
Although not slated for production,
the Space Hub, with its modular
bodywork and more utilitarian
design, not only showcases the
potential practical packaging
options offered by the new
platform, but also paves the way
for SUVs and entry-level city-car
offerings from the 0 Series stable.

BETTER BATTERIES
In addition to AI-enhanced driver
interfaces and assistance systems
that respectively learn the driver’s
preferences and intervene in
autonomous driving scenarios in
a more natural ‘human’ manner,
the 0 Series will utilise battery
technology that will see only 10%
cell degradation after 10 years of
use, fast charging from 15–80% in
15 minutes and operating ranges
in the region of 480 km.

H MARKS THE EV SPOT


Honda’s current logo has a long
history, and dates back to 1981.
The new design symbolises two
outstretched hands, representing
Honda’s commitment to expand the
possibilities of mobility, and will be
applied to future Honda EV models.

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INSIGHT NEWS

TR ACK TO
SHORT SHIFTER
A race-developed automatic adds big
appeal to Toyota’s smallest GR model

A significant power hike and the addition incorporates digital instrumentation automatic transmission. Dubbed Direct
of an automatic-transmission option are lifted from the GR Corolla. Another trait it Automatic Transmission and adding
among the highlights of Toyota’s GR Yaris shares with its larger sibling is matching 18 kg to the Yaris’ diminutive frame,
mid-cycle refresh. Along with a raft of power outputs of 224 kW and 400 N.m this race-developed unit features
cosmetic updates such as revisions to the – increases of 24 kW/30 N.m – from its software that predicts changes based
grille, lighting elements, and front and rear three-cylinder 1.6-litre turbopetrol engine. on driver behaviour, contributing to
aprons, the interior has had a significant The standard six-speed manual gearbox what Toyota claims are “world-class
overhaul to the dashboard, which now is joined by an 8-speed torque-converter gear-shifting speeds”.

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THE FUTURE
CROSS CURRENTS
Toyota unveils near-production-ready
duo ahead of six-model BEV offensive

Toyota has provided a preview of its six- Corolla hatchback, and it features a seating for first-time electric-car customers and
model European battery electric vehicle system that can adapt to prioritise legroom a stylish alternative to SUVs, offering the
strategy with the reveals of the Urban SUV or load space. practicality of five doors, a large boot and
and Sport Crossover concepts. The Urban The Sport Crossover boasts a sleek generous rear legroom”. The automaker
SUV will be the smallest model in the line-up, fastback profile and numerous design cues remains tight-lipped regarding powertrains
measuring 4 300 mm long, 1 820 mm wide with its lights and sheet metal that will pave but has stated FWD and AWD variants of both
and 1 620 mm high, which is around 70 mm the way for its BEV stablemates. Toyota models will be offered when the production
shorter but 200 mm higher than the current describes it as “an attractive proposition versions emerge in 2025.

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INSIGHT NEWS

CONVERTIBLE
CRUISE MISSILE
Hybrid V8 grants SL63 E Performance a triple-tonne top whack

In an environment that has become an AMG Electric Drive Unit, letting the SL63 crack 0–100 km/h
increasingly hostile towards large- an electric motor/two-speed in 2.9 seconds on the way to its
displacement internal combustion transmission combination that 317 km/h top speed. Keeping all
engines, Mercedes-AMG’s long- is fed by an F1-developed 400 V that firepower in check is an AMG
standing performance leviathan battery and brings 150 kW to the Active Ride Control suspension
sidestepped the downsizing trend table. Coupled with a 9-speed setup featuring a semi-active roll
to retain a V8 for 2024. The SL63 automatic transmission, this stabilisation system with adjustable
E Performance features a 4.0-litre combination channels 600 kW dampers that counter body roll and
twin-turbo V8 supplemented by and 1 420 N.m to all four corners, standard-fitment rear-axle steering.

ETA: Q3

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INSIGHT NEWS

In this section, we highlight local advancement, innovation and news


EV PAGES pertaining to the South African market’s adoption of electric vehicles

CHERY
KEEN TO
CAPITALISE
ON SA’S
FUTURE
NEV PL ANS

On the back of the South African Government’s


recent publication of its White Paper on new
energy vehicles (NEV), Chinese automotive
manufacturer Chery has unveiled ambitious
plans to introduce a range of NEVs into
international markets during 2024, and the
firm believes the South African market is
fertile ground for such an endeavour.
The strategic move, which encompasses
hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and
battery electric (BEV) models, aligns with
numerous aspects of the roadmap for NEV
adoption set out in Minister for Trade and
Industry Ibrahim Patel’s White Paper, most
notably the emphasis placed upon improved
EV charging infrastructure and the potential
for long-overdue consumer incentives for
electric-vehicle uptake.
“Chery has outperformed the South African
market consistently over the past two years,
and we believe that we can further accelerate
our sales performance by entering the NEV
market,” says Tony Liu, deputy executive
general manager of Chery South Africa.
South Africa’s NEV segment remains very
small compared to the traditional internal Late last year, Liu said: “A local assembly In terms of the technology Chery is
combustion engine (ICE) market. By contrast, operation is definitely under consideration; currently promoting as part of its NEV drive,
China has seen significant growth in its NEV however, we need to look at the overall sales the firm’s proprietary hybrid system that
sector, with total sales in 2023 – including volume and balance local manufacturing sees service in the Tiggo PHEV is of particular
PHEV and EV models – up by 47.8%. policy, regulations and cost … we will interest. This unit, which utilises a turbopetrol
A crucial aspect of Chery’s strategy is the consider investing in building a factory in combustion engine in tandem with an electric
possibility of collaborations with local partners South Africa and supplying local parts through motor and CVT transmission, has undergone
to not only establish a more robust charging CKD assembly.” Chunqing Chen, CEO of Chery more than five million kilometres and 30 000
infrastructure, but to look at the potential for South Africa, added that the company had hours of testing, figures that Chery hopes will
local assembly to leverage the production- already drafted a comprehensive 10-year plan, alleviate customers’ concerns surrounding this
and export incentives that have been outlined which included ICE/NEV and a potential plan niche powertrain option from a company still
in the White Paper. for bakkie production. relatively new to the South African market.

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INSIGHT

WHAT’S UP, In an ongoing series of interviews aimed at


offering local automotive brands an opportunity
to touch base with the South African public,

HONDA? we opened the floor to the General Manager


at Honda Motor South Africa, Dinesh Govender

By: Ian McLaren

NEW PRODUCT

T
here was a time not too relative disconnect and, indeed, introduction of a new CR-V,
long ago when more than broad lack of interest, between About to be introduced as this Govender is confident Honda
half of the CAR editorial the average Jazz (now Fit) owner issue is sent to print (with a will retain the current 60:40 split
team had a close female family and this brand’s notable road test planned for the April of legacy customers to buyers
member who owned and drove motorsport heritage and any issue), the new Honda Elevate is new to the brand, and com-
a Honda Jazz. Over the years, iteration of the lauded, high- viewed as an critical entry point fortably reaching Honda SA’s
the knowledge that these loved performance Civic Type R. into Honda ownership. Inher- target of between 3 000 and
ones were behind the wheel of Although Govender agrees iting this role from the since- 4 000 sales for the year.
a comfortable, safe and reliable this disconnect exists, he is discontinued Brio, this Indian- “I’ve seen press suggesting
hatch has been shared with content that the respective built compact SUV, which that, based on monthly sales
thousands of fellow South successes of Honda’s various shares its platform with the figures, Honda SA must be
Africans who grew up trusting performance divisions current Ballade, is set to rival toiling,” says Govender. “While
this established Japanese brand. (including motorcycles) neatly the likes of the Toyota Urban we would welcome as many
What was always interesting, showcase just how capable this Cruiser and Hyundai Creta. sales as possible, as a company
however – and is a topic raised brand is once it applies itself, Together with mild facelifts our otherwise modest annual
as an opening gambit with the with on-track reliability of the Ballade and Fit – including sales targets are understood,
general manager of Honda SA, ultimately benefiting even an a new hybrid powertrain option accepted and make business
Dinesh Govender – is the entry-level Honda product. in both ranges – as well as the sense throughout the brand’s

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and is something that is being continued investment into
”Our continued goal is addressed is the relative lack of hybrid drivetrains.

to offer those who trust uptake from owners of the first- The updated Fit and Ballade
generation BR-V towards the ranges will be the first to be
the brand a superior altogether more refined and offered locally with hybrid
sophisticated, though also more derivatives and the plan is to
ownership experience expensive, current model. introduce two more models
fitted with this technology
that gives them no WHERE DOES THE BRAND before the end of the year.

reason to look elsewhere” STAND IN TERMS OF NEVS?


In recent years, Honda has
On the subject of our reigning
2023 Performance Shootout
established an entirely new champion, the modern Civic
local footprint. Our continued If anything, the local division focused on all-electric Type R, Govender has heard talk
goal is to offer those who do introduction of the current HR-V powertrain technology and will of the next generation of this
trust the brand – including your was hampered by unavoidable be ready to answer the call hot hatch also employing hybrid
mom – a superior ownership stock shortages, although these once there is global customer technology as a means of
experience that gives them no have since been resolved. demand (see page 24). For the further harnessing performance
reason to look elsewhere.” What’s also interesting to note time being, we will see potential.

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INSIGHT

A COOL THING
Lamborghini’s exclusive line of headphones and earphones aims to capture the
By: Siyavuya Mbaduli
exhilarating styling and performance of the Sant’Agata firm’s finest creations

Lamborghini High-
Performance Headsets
R9 774–R12 951
Lamborghini has joined forces with
Master & Dynamic to produce a trio of
headsets that draw inspiration from
the marque’s vibrant colours. The line-
up includes the Wireless MW08 Sport
Earbuds and MG20 Wireless Gaming
Headphones, as well as the top-tier
MW75 Wireless Headphones, each with
distinct features.
The Wireless MW08 Sport Earbuds,
priced at R9 774, mirror the sleek design
of Lamborghini’s super-sport models.
Featuring the firm’s iconic ‘Y’ motif and
durable sapphire glass, they are housed
in a tough Kevlar case that holds up to
42 hours of charge.
Moving up the ladder, at R10 953, the
MG20 Wireless Gaming Headphones are
the first luxury gaming headphones
inspired by Lamborghini’s super-sport
colours. Crafted with lambskin leather
and sapphire glass, they feature a
detachable boom microphone and
internal mics for clear communication.
At the pinnacle sit the MW75 Wireless
Headphones, embodying the bold style
of Automobili Lamborghini. Featuring
a construction comprising aluminium,
lambskin leather and tempered glass,
these over-ear headphones boast active
noise cancellation and prioritise comfort
for all-day wear.
These headsets aren’t just audio
gear, they are a tribute to Lamborghini’s
powerful legacy, echoing the speed,
sophistication and cutting-edge design
of its supercars. Crafted from durable, high-quality materials
Each piece features visual elements inspired by Lamborghini’s latest supercars
MW08 Sport Earbuds offer up to 42 hours of charge

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CONSUMER

Is vehicle leasing a viable option for private buyers in South Africa?

By: Graham Eagle Photos: Freepik

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H
istorically, there has been a close
correlation between South Africa’s
economic growth and vehicle sales,
with years of low GDP growth explaining
the flat vehicle market in the time leading
up to the COVID-19 pandemic. Vehicle sales
in 2023, while showing a slight year-on-
year improvement, have yet to reach pre-
pandemic levels. Myriad factors, such as low
consumer confidence, tightening household
budgets owing to higher interest rates, fuel-
price increases, a weaker currency and load-
shedding-related expenses, have hindered
market growth.
In fact, the overall market performance
would undoubtedly have been significantly
worse were it not for two important factors:
the emergence of a strong buy-down trend
and the fact that vehicle-finance service
providers have introduced numerous
innovative financing options developed
to curtail monthly motoring expenses.
The buy-down trend has seen a steady
decline in the sales of more expensive vehicles
as many motorists opt for lower-priced value-
for-money alternatives. It’s no coincidence
that India has grown to become SA’s biggest
source of imported vehicles, and the recent
rapid growth of Chinese vehicles in the market
has as much to do with good pricing as it
does with their improved styling, quality and
standard specification.
For many, being able to afford monthly
repayments has become more important than
the actual price of the vehicle. Traditional
vehicle-financing products have been adapted
and new products introduced, allowing dealers
to structure payments to meet the customer’s
monthly budgets. Instalment sale remains the
most common form of financing but typical
contract periods are now closer to the 72-
month maximum, increasing the amount
of total interest paid but reducing monthly
repayments. In addition, many contracts
now include a final balloon- or residual-value
payment, which reduces the financed amount
and hence the monthly repayments. However,
this residual amount still attracts interest and
is payable as a lump sum at the end of the their core business but do not have the For the individual, private vehicle
contract period. If the buyer does not have the expertise to efficiently purchase, operate leasing provides a solution for those
capital to do so, they would need to refinance and sell these vehicles. Leasing the vehicles who prefer to change their vehicles
the vehicle or sell it to cover this payment. they need at a fixed monthly rate, with more frequently. It also affords them
One financing option that has recently insurance and maintenance included and the opportunity to try new brands or
attracted lots of interest from private buyers is a predetermined replacement cycle, is models at a fixed monthly cost, without
vehicle leasing. It is a well-established choice an excellent option that can also provide the attendant risk of higher-than-expected
for companies that require vehicles to support a number of tax benefits. depreciation or maintenance costs.

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CONSUMER

01

Let us delve a little deeper into the key INSURANCE: Both options require the vehicle
differences between private leasing and to be comprehensively insured. In the case of
instalment sale. leasing, this can be included in the lease cost.

OWNERSHIP: Private vehicle leasing entails RESTRICTIONS: Leases generally include


paying for the use of a vehicle for a pre- limits on annual/total distance covered and
determined period, usually between two exceeding these will result in additional
and five years. The lessee never assumes charges. Modification of lease vehicles is
ownership of the vehicle and returns the not allowed and acceptable wear-and-tear
vehicle to the lessor at the end of the lease limits are also clearly specified. If exceeded,
term, though in some cases, they can buy it penalties will apply. No such restrictions
at a predetermined residual value. Instalment usually lower than instalment financing, apply to instalment-financed vehicles,
financing leads to eventual ownership of the though this is dependent on the residual though excessive mileage and wear and
vehicle once the loan, including any balloon value included in the instalment contract. tear will accelerate vehicle depreciation.
payment, is fully repaid. However, many
of these ‘owners’ will never actually take MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY COVERAGE: Ultimately, the choice between instalment
ownership of their vehicle, trading it in at Most lease agreements include maintenance financing and private vehicle leasing in South
the break-even point where its current value packages covering routine services and Africa depends on the individual. Instalment
covers the outstanding loan before entering repairs. Their duration is usually within the finance provides greater flexibility in vehicle
a new contract for a replacement vehicle. vehicle warranty period, further reducing usage and the opportunity for longer-term
the risk of unplanned expenses. vehicle ownership if that is the intention.
DEPOSIT AND MONTHLY PAYMENTS: However, for those with no interest in owning
Both options are available, with or without TAX BENEFITS: If a leased vehicle is used for a depreciating asset and enjoy driving the
a deposit, depending on credit rating. For business or work, a tax deduction on lease latest models at a fixed monthly cost, private
a three-year lease, monthly payments are costs may be applicable. vehicle leasing is an attractive option.

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FEATURE

Ford South Africa is looking to revive its Territory


nameplate in a bid to reignite its prospects
within the local passenger car market. Ian
McLaren got behind the wheel of this eagerly
awaited new SUV to see how it shapes up

By: Ian McLaren

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WHERE
WE DROVE
IT

Pretoria

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01
+ Spacious, impressive ride quality and NVH levels Look and feel of some interior trim items aren’t Ford family-familiar

T
he news in early 2021 of the sourced, V6-powered Territory, which CAR necessary for our market.
termination of talks between initially tested in August 2005, this version is It is well proportioned and has a
Ford and Mahindra for the latter built for Ford under an agreement with deceptively large footprint, which is not
to develop Blue Oval-badged Jiangling Motors (JMC) in Nanchang, China. immediately obvious from photographs. Its
products for so-called emerging Broadly mirroring the current Haval H6 in exterior styling is neat if not slightly generic,
markets stifled many of the plans Ford South terms of its exterior dimensions, the new something likely to be highlighted once it's
Africa had for a continued local presence Territory will be sold in South Africa in three parked alongside an altogether more novel-
within several key passenger car segments. familiar trim levels; Ambiente, Trend and looking Puma or current Everest in a local
With products including EcoSport, Fiesta Titanium, and exclusively powered by a showroom. Available in a choice of seven
and, indeed, Fiesta Figo having reached the 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbopetrol engine that is exterior colours including a new metallic
end of their respective production cycles, capable of delivering 138 kW and 318 N.m Moonlight Blue, these Ambiente and Trend
any plans for replacement offerings were of torque to the front wheels via a 7-speed models are fitted as standard with 18-inch
temporarily scuppered. dual-clutch transmission. alloy wheels, while Titanium derivatives gain
As tested in our February issue, the Puma Viewed as a significant global market for 19-inch items.
crossover represents a first step back into the the new Territory, bespoke enhancements to Behind the wheel, I was grateful for the
passenger car playing field for this brand. the models destined for South Africa include standard height adjustment for the driver’s
While Puma is likely to remain a relatively a reworking of the car’s architecture to seat (electric in Titanium specification), as
niche offering, Ford is hoping the rebirth of its accommodate a tow hitch (with a 1 310 kg well as a sense of familiarity offered by the
Territory nameplate will cause a stir within braked towing capacity), as well as several Ford-sourced steering wheel and switchgear.
the ever-popular midsize SUV segment. security upgrades, including to the alarm and Ahead of this, digital instrumentation is
Not to be confused with the Australian anti-theft systems, that are unfortunately incorporated – either partially via a 7-inch

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FORD
item or completely in the form of a 12.3-inch
TERRITORY screen on the flagship model – within a
1.8 ECOBOOST display that stretches (flat) across the facia to
include a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment
TREND
system. While fit and finish seem on par with
other modern Ford products, some of the
materials used, including the synthetic
Price
leather on the door sills, are less on brand.
TBC
Indeed, the only element of the Territory’s 02
interior that belies its family roots – and hints
Engine
1.8-litre, turbocharged, at its country of birth – is the decidedly
four-cylinder, petrol cheap-to-the-touch, chrome-look audio
system controls on the centre console and a
Power rotary transmission lever that pales in
138 kW @ 5 200 r/min comparison to the look and feel of the item
found in the modern flagship Everest SUV.
Torque With its 4 630 mm-long profile and a
318 N.m @ 1 750–3 000 r/min
segment-competitive 2 726 mm wheelbase,
the Territory offers a notably generous
Transmission
amount of rear passenger legroom and a
7-speed dual-clutch 03
448-litre luggage compartment that should
Fuel consumption suit most requirements. I was pleased to find
7.0 L/100 km dedicated climate control vents in the back,
though the inclusion of only a single USB 01 New Territory is built under licence by Jiangling Motors in
Emissions charging port could be the cause of strife China. 02 Cabin is well suited to long-distance, open-road
driving. 03 Ford claims 448 litres of luggage space. 04 Large
161 g/km among young, tech-savvy passengers. display screen integrates digital instrumentation and a 12.3-
The likely sweet spot in the range, Trend inch touchscreen infotainment setup.
*Claimed figures

04

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specification includes auto LED headlamps


and wipers, a reverse camera, a power
tailgate, wireless charging (smartphone
mirroring is standard throughout), imitation
leather upholstery, climate control and
keyless entry. The 19-inch alloy wheels aside,
the most significant inclusions reserved for
the flagship derivative are a panoramic
sunroof, leather upholstery, ambient interior
lighting, a 12.3-inch instrument cluster,
adaptive cruise control and a full bouquet of
active safety features, including lane-keeping
assist, blind-spot detection and forward
collision warning with emergency braking.
The range features ABS-assisted brakes,
electronic stability control and six airbags.
The first thing to note from behind the
wheel of Ford’s newest SUV is an impressive
01
ride quality that seems unaffected by the
fitment of the larger alloy wheels on the
Titanium model. There’s a welcome level of
weight and feedback from the electrically
assisted steering, and while I would not
consider this to be the most dynamically
capable vehicle in this segment, there’s
enough poise on offer to render it enjoyable.
Impressive levels
Body roll is also kept neatly in check in most
driving conditions.
Another standout feature is the impressive
of overall comfort,
NVH suppression. Combined with the
aforementioned ride quality and poise, the
Territory offers noteworthy levels of overall
making it capable
comfort, making it capable of covering longer

of covering longer
distances
NEW TERRITORY

1 706 mm

Width (excl. mirrors): 1 935 mm Track front: 1 635 mm


Tow rating (braked): 3 500 kg Fuel tank: 60 litres Turning circle diameter: 11.36 m
distances – and over varying road surfaces –
with ease.
The decision to opt for the 1.8-litre
EcoBoost over the 1.5-litre unit offered in
other markets seems an inspired one.
Although the displacement figure alone
should gain approval from most traditional
fans of the brand, that 318 N.m of torque
comes in handy, especially during overtaking
manoeuvres while at cruising speeds. I
managed an average 8.5 L/100 km for my
02 03
mixed conditions (urban and open road)
extended stint behind the wheel.
With pricing for the range only confirmed
as starting from R610 000, I am intrigued to
learn where Ford South Africa decides to
position its new Territory within the local
market. Based on first impressions there is
certainly enough substance, performance and
refinement on offer to potentially slow the
impressive monthly sales prospects of the
likes of the similar-sized (and similar-
looking?) Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and Haval H6. I 05 04

sense Ford is targeting bigger fish, too,


including the lower tier versions of the
Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage and 01 LED daytime running lights sit atop, separate from the headlamp units.
forthcoming new VW Tiguan. Based on the 02 Climate control settings are negatively affected by glare. 03 Rotary
transmission dial doesn’t feel family familiar. 04 Rear passenger leg- and
broad choice of materials and their fit and
headroom is generous. 05 Trend spec includes a smaller digital instrument-
finish (in admittedly pre-production units), ation display, flanked by fixed readouts. 06 SA spec models gain bespoke
perhaps Ford’s immediate goal should be mounting points for a tow hitch.
gaining territory on the nevertheless
impressive modern Chinese offerings.

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WHERE
WE DROVE
IT

Johannesburg

with the

TANK 300 HEV ETA: NOW

Brutish and brash, yet


premium and plush,
GWM’s Tank 300 rolls
onto the scene promising
great value for money

By: Alex Shahini

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*Claimed figures

Price: R851 950 Engine: 2.0-litre, 4-cyl turbopetrol hybrid Transmission: 9-speed automatic Power: 255 kW Torque: 648 N.m Fuel consumption: 8.4 L/100 km*
Towing Capacity (Braked): 2 500 kg Ground Clearance: 224 mm Rivals: Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest, Isuzu mu-X, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

+ build quality, rugged looks, plenty of tech, plush suspension higher-than-claimed fuel consumption, no parcel-shelf cover, limited powertrain options

M
y first encounter with with its orange paintwork and has Toyota’s Fortuner comfortably Keys handed over and a run-
GWM’s Tank 300 was matching rims, was the Tank 300. I leading the likes of the Mitsubishi through of some of the impressive
on a cold, overcast and immediately gravitated towards it. Pajero Sport, Isuzu mu-X and tech and features it boasts done, it
windy day last April at the firm’s Now, with a number of popular Ford Everest. was eventually time to welcome
R&D facility just outside Baoding, bakkie-underpinned-SUVs set Looking at the exterior, it is this example on to South African
China. With the howling gale squarely in its sights, GWM’s plain to see that the Tank has roads. The utilitarian Wrangler/
rendering our windbreakers ladder-frame-built SUV has drawn some inspiration from the Bronco/FJ Cruiser look garnered
useless, our party of journalists finally arrived in South Africa. flared-fender aesthetic of the Jeep some interesting reactions from
was ushered through electric GWM has grown from strength Wrangler. Bold and charismatic pedestrians and other road users,
glass doors into the warmth of to strength in the past few years from the outside, this is how some of whom were no doubt
a palatial atrium. It was there and has high hopes for the Tank GWM has plotted its first steps in beginning to argue about just what
my eyes caught sight of a doorway 300 as it looks to conquer a previ‐ South Africa for its Tank name- it could be. In much the same
that led into a tech showroom ously unexplored market segment. plate and, while the name and manner as Haval is a brand of
showcasing some of the Chinese It will have to ruffle the the styling showcase a big game, GWM with its own corporate iden‐
automaker’s cool and current feathers of some beloved and the key question is whether it tity, so too is the Tank division
creations. Standing out against established nameplates to make has what it takes to swing in the with its chunky Transformers-
the stark, modern architecture, an impression in a market that league of heavy hitters… esque insignia.

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Sitting at the top of the range In terms of fuel consumption, office block-like drag coefficient, to combustion engine propulsion
is the Tank 300 HEV. All three the HEV realises a 10% improve‐ this left me wondering whether is fairly seamless. Owing to the
derivatives make use of ment over its fossil-fuel-powered the 2.0-litre turbodiesel carried P-Series ladder-frame chassis
a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol sibling with a claimed rating of over from the P-Series on which it underpinnings, the Tank’s 224 mm
engine that develops 167 kW and 8.4 L/100 km. Despite our best is based would have been a more ground clearance is ideal for
387 N.m without hybrid assistance. efforts with this example, which prudent choice of powerplant for climbing pavements or venturing
The HEV’s hybrid powertrain, was handed over with just 500 the Tank. on to challenging off-road routes.
featuring an electric motor and a km on the odometer, real-world Even so, the electrically assisted The tech-laden Tank 300 HEV
37.11 kWh battery, pushes those consumption over several days acceleration is impressive at all features all manner of bells and
peak figures up to 255 kW and dominated by highway driving speeds and the transition from whistles to ensure on- and off-
648 N.m. An automatic four- was over 11.0 L/100 km. Given its silent, emissions-free EV driving road driving are as effortless as
wheel-drive system delivers the possible. Chassis-view cameras
power via an 8-speed automatic help with navigating around tight
in the combustion engine-only obstacles, while a Tank Turn and
models while a 9-speed hydraulic Crawl Control lend the rugged
automatic handles shifting duties SUV some impressive off-roading
for the HEV. At slower speeds and prowess. On-road, autonomous
with sedate driving, the HEV driving features such as adaptive
can operate in full EV mode for cruise control and lane-keeping
around 100 km. assist lift some of the burden
off the driver. These features
form part of a standard specifi-
cation that’s generous across
all three Tank derivatives and
includes the likes of a smart‐
02 phone-enabled touchscreen info-
tainment system, auto lights,
dual-zone climate control and
keyless entry.
What’s just as impressive as
the Tank’s imposing appearance,
01 strong power plant and generous
specification must be its asking
01 2.0-litre turbopetrol hybrid is thirsty, but price. The range-topping model
its 255 kW/648 N.m outputs are impressive.
02 Fascia layout is straightforward, but
we sampled comes in at R851 950,
perceived quality is good. 03 Hybrid model undercutting all but the base-tier
features a 9-speed hydraulic automatic 4x4 Toyota Fortuner and Ford
transmission. 04 P Series underpinnings
equate to a spacious cabin… 05 …not to Everest models and comparing
03 04
mention plenty of off-road ability. favourably with the bulk of the
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Isuzu
mu-X offerings. Lower down the
list, the pricing becomes very
competitive, with the 4x4 Super
Luxury opening the range at
R725 950 and the 4x4 Ultra Luxury
going for R775 950. These models
don’t feature hybrid powertrains
but their 2.0-litre turbopetrol
units, mated with an 8-speed
automatic transmission, still
offers notable performance.
While the omission of a simpler,
more frugal turbodiesel power‐
train could prove to be a sticking
point for some, the Tank certainly
has the goods – not to mention
the looks and off-road ability – to
steamroll a path for itself on the
05
local market.

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LAND ROVER DEFENDER 110 P400E PHEV ETA: NOW WHERE


WE DROVE
IT

Plug in
and play
The plug-in hybrid Defender offers an appealing package Johannesburg
for urban commuters and off-road adventurers alike
By: Mpho Mahlangu
*Claimed figures

Price: R2 135 900 Engine: 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbopetrol + electric motor Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 297 kW @ 5 500 r/min
Torque: 640 N.m @ 1 500–4 400 r/min 0–100 km/h: 5.6 seconds Top speed: 209 km/h Fuel consumption: 2.8 L/100 km CO2 Emissions: 74 g/km

+ Arguably in its own league thanks to hybrid drivetrain matched with impressive off-road ability Offers less electric driving range than close competitors

T
he Land Rover Defender Getting right into the oily bits, Although this unit can catapult not far off the manufacturer’s
110 P400e plug-in hybrid the P400e PHEV is powered by a the hardly aerodynamic Defender claimed figure.
electric vehicle (PHEV) 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged from standstill to 100 km/h in a While the p400e’s electric-only
might have been introduced to petrol engine allied with a 105 kW hot-hatch-shaming 5.6 seconds, range is roughly on par with Volvo’s
the local market in 2021, but after electric motor fed by a 19.2 kWh the biggest selling point of the rival XC90 T8 Twin Engine AWD,
recently spending time getting battery. This configuration returns P400e’s hybrid drivetrain is its and short of the Porsche Cayenne
acquainted with it, I’ve quickly combined outputs of 297 kW and claimed 43 km of pure electric E-Hybrid’s 66 km, its spread of
come to appreciate just how con‐ 640 N.m, more than sufficient for driving range. In real-world use, talents makes it a standout in its
venient hybrid motoring can be. most driving tasks thrown its way. I managed to get around 40 km, admittedly very niche segment.

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On the one hand, whereas most
of its stablemates are hardly what
you would call town-friendly in
terms of running costs, the P400e
makes a strong case for itself as
viable eco-friendly urban trans‐
port. Most, if not all customers
buying this model would have
a wall-box charger installed at 02

their home or office. If an owner


of a Defender P400e commutes
around 50 km per day, it would
mean that they would plug in
01
their vehicle at the end of each
day for an overnight charge,
essentially allowing them to
travel for several days without
calling upon the internal com‐
bustion engine (ICE). Away from
home, charging stations located
in shopping complexes enable
the driver to use their time well
and run errands such as grocery 03
shopping while the vehicle is left
to charge, something that only
01 Long-wheelbase 110 body is a practical
takes an hour at a 75 kW DC fast- package. 02 Skylights add some airiness to
charging station. the cabin. 03 The 8-speed ZF transmission
On the open road, the p400e has been retained in the PHEV. 04 Cabin
blends upmarket and utilitarian touches.
is impressively refined. Even with 05 Charging at a 75 kW fast charger can
its large, squared-off frame, little 04 take as little as an hour.

05

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in the way of road and wind noise its rivals cannot perform. Now,
permeates the quiet of the cabin. it’s fair to say the notion of a
Its compliant suspension does an PHEV off-roader may not sit
impressive job of soaking up road well with died-in-the-wool off-
scars such as those we found in road enthusiasts, but they do
Gauteng, or traversing lengthy possess one attribute that can
stretches of motorway, despite prove invaluable when the going
the tester unit riding on optional gets technical. As many in off-
22-inch alloy wheels. roading circles can attest, torque
On the other hand, being can be your friend when it comes
every bit a Defender, the P400e to shoehorning yourself out of
is unusual in the local PHEV difficult conditions. In an ICE 4x4,
segment owing to its genuine the meat of the low-end torque
off-road ability. It’s worth noting sits around the 1 500–3 000 r/min
the P400e can perform off-road mark. This is great if you have a
duties in high- and low range fair run-up at whatever obstacle
in pure electric mode, a task is lined up in your sights, but if
you’re bogged down in the local
geology or jammed up in a tight
spot, the requisite revving and
seesawing to gain the space to
harness that torque-building

01 Ground clearance matches that of


standard ICE models. 02 Folding the second
row of seats means the 110 offers an
impressive amount of load space. 03 The
P400e can perform high- and low-range
off-road duties in pure electric mode.
01 02

03

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04

momentum is less viable. The 04 IP67-rated electrics and 900 mm wading


beauty of the p400e’s EV-only depth means the Defender is happy to get its
feet wet. 05 Infotainment system includes
off-road ability is that maximum readouts for hybrid drivetrain activity.
torque is available from standstill. 06 Instant torque can be handy off-road,
despite this vehicle’s 2 733 kg footprint.
Allied with the precise braking,
power and traction-control inputs
from the Terrain Response system, found in the rest of the Defender
this adds another layer to the range. The spacious, practical
Defender’s off-road ability. Those and comfortable cabin features
worried about the potential meet‐ impressively premium touch
ing of electrics and water when points but this model does not 05
off-roading can rest assured. The receive the upgraded Pivi Pro
Defender has a wading depth of infotainment system featured
up to 900 mm and the electrical on other models.
system is tested to IP67 standard, However, this system does
allowing it to be submerged in retain such niceties as the various
water for up to an hour without ill off-road function screens and
effect. Traits such as formidable 360-degree camera feeds for on-
axle articulation, good ground and off-road use.
clearance and sharp approach- While it is a decidedly niche
and departure angles also help offering, the P400e makes quite
the p400e venture further off the a strong case for itself thanks
beaten track than other PHEVs. to a combination of renowned
Factor in the ICE’s presence as a off-roading prowess and a hybrid
range-anxiety-beating safety net drivetrain that – if your driving is
and the p400e is a viable long- scheduled with some considera‐
distance overlander. tion – means it’s a fairly frugal
Inside, the Defender P400e town-goer, which is quite a
06
keeps many of the appointments unique offering.

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WHERE
WE DROVE
IT

PERFECT Knysna

PACKAGE

We head to Knysna to
drive a rare pre-war
Bentley that has been
thoroughly researched
by its current
custodian and his team

1935 BENTLEY 3.5-LITRE


COUPÉ BY BARKER

Engine: 3 669 cm³,


six-cylinder, petrol
Transmission: 4-speed
manual, RWD
Power: 89 kW @ 4 500 r/min
Maximum speed: 145 km/h
Fuel tank: 80 litres
Weight: 1 759 kg
Manufactured: 1933–1939

By: Wilhelm Lutjeharms WLutjeharms


Photos: Peet Mocke Petridish_Mooks

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01

here is a level of opulent Le Mans, where it was victorious in 1924 based in Knysna. His interest in cars
elegance from the pre- and from 1927 to 1930. Most of us now spans across borders, but there is a
war era that modern cars associate the brand with extreme luxury, clear lean towards cars from the early
simply cannot replicate. and it was no different back in the thirties. to mid-20th century.
It was a time when a As indicated on the metal sill plates Before he handed over the key, he listed
focused, handmade you see when you open the doors, this all the important historical facts about this
effort went into nearly every component, 1935 Bentley 3.5 Coupé’s coachwork was specific example off the top of his head.
resulting in some of the most stylish cars done by renowned London coachbuilders “This car was on the Olympia Motor
in automotive history. Barker & Co, which also worked with other Show stand, where it was bought by a
Bentley has been up there with the prestigious marques such as Daimler and lady called Mary Straker. Eventually it
best, especially if you take all of its early Rolls-Royce. became the property of Dame Mary Bailey,
racing success into account, most notably This vehicle’s current custodian is the aviatrix. We found out Mary Straker
its achievments at the 24 Hours of a passionate, knowledgeable collector was Mary Bailey’s aunt.”

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Further research by the current owner “It was originally painted the single these areas, similar to the green of that
revealed another airborne thread to its green colour but Jack Holmes didn’t like it, era, but we kept the patina of some of the
ownership history, as the next custodian so he hand-painted it the second colour original paint. Even the chassis still has
was commodore Jack Holmes, a respected and flattened it. It stayed like that for many that original paint on it.
World War II hero in the Royal Air Force. years. When we received the car, it had “We haven’t done any major work on
He continued, “That was the car’s early black fenders, which were a little ropy. the engine. The carburettors, fuel pumps
history but I do have the rest written down. After some further research, we decided and distributor were all serviced, and so
It was recently owned by a chap who lived to return the car to its original colours in was the coolant and the braking system.”
in Knysna for about 15 years and then Taking my place in the driver’s seat, it
moved to Johannesburg, which is where 01 Beautiful two-tone bodywork highlights design
was exciting to imagine the people who
I bought it in 2014. It has been in South details. 02 Most of the leather seats are factory originals. had sat there before me. The fact that
Africa since 1946. The car is absolutely 03 Luggage compartment where the metal wheel spats this is still the original, albeit heavily
are kept. 04 The in-line six-cylinder engine with its
original and we managed to get the exhaust manifold. 05 Tall but narrow tyres on the multi- cracked, leather is a feather in the cap of
original leather preserved. spoke wheels. all the car’s custodians, and the seats are

02 03

05 04

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01

02 03 04

impressively comfortable. There is more 01 Green cabin ties in perfectly with the exterior colour. To my right was the very long, chromed
than enough space for adults in the rear, 02 Open gate at the bottom of the gear lever. gear lever. When you look down, you
03 Solid metal chassis plate from Bentley Motors Ltd.
an area that will provide a relaxing ride 04 The speedometer dial to the left of the rev counter. can see it seated in a type of open-gate
and a bit of privacy thanks to the curved 05 Sloping rear design, a strong reminder of pre-war cars. system that clearly indicates the position
rear side windows. of each gear.
An air of solid quality permeates the Selecting first gear provides a strong
cabin. Above the windscreen are beautiful The green-hued cabin ties in perfectly with reminder of the mechanical effort required
sun visors that can wind down to your the exterior. This Bentley came with metal to pilot these old cars. As I increased my
selected height. You pull the door shut by wheel spats that screw on to the wheel, speed and changed into second and then
tugging on a thick leather strap, and you finished in the same green as the body. By third gear, a little bit of throttle helped to
have to figure out where the choke is and hiding the multitude of spokes, the spats keep up the revs and aided the action of
the function of each dial, lever and button. give this car a clean, smooth appearance. slotting the gear lever into the next ratio.

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It really serves you well to have a fair bit Gearing down is slightly trickier. Once you reach top gear and have that
of mechanical sympathy as you engage You have to use the throttle but, at the view ahead over the long, vented bonnet
each gear. same time, there should be no hesitation with the Bentley emblem on the edge, there
The level of torque makes cruising at to put it into the lower ratio. If you take is a yearning to settle into a long drive on
a low 1 500 or 2 000 r/min possible, but I your time, the gears could scratch and the most scenic roads in South Africa.
kept the throttle pedal down, and the revs you really don’t want that. The clutch Considering the entry-level cars that
enthusiastically climbed past 3 000 r/min engages high up, and you also need to were available on the market during this
towards 4 000 r/min. Although it is almost brake earlier because of the Bentley’s era and the price of these Bentleys, it is
nine decades old, the engine felt strong relatively primitive braking system. In clear these were aimed at the elite. They
and the car would probably be happy to the end, it is the type of car that you offered peak performance, style and luxury
cruise at fairly high speeds (for its time) should respect and understand how to together with a taste of Bentley’s racing
all day long. drive properly. success. Quite a combination!

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COLUMN

DRIVING TO GARETH DEAN has been a member of


CAR Magazine’s editorial team since 2007.

DISTRACTION
In his 16 years in the motoring industry,
he has written about almost every car
that’s been released locally, yet he’s only

Digital displays and touchscreens are cool, but got three columns to his name … now
By: Gareth Dean we’re forcing him to do a fourth.
are they grabbing attention at safety’s expense?

I
n the 16 years I spent working and the spot of writer’s block I’d University, Dr Jane Mitchell, allowed drivers to easily locate
at CAR Magazine, I think I’ve been grappling. found that the average driver and operate functions without
written only three columns. The mild shock of a near-miss takes their eyes off the road for glancing away from the road.
You can throw just about any behind me and safely ensconced around four seconds when Relying on tactile feedback, these
road test, news article, tech piece behind my computer, I took stock interacting with an in-car modern interfaces – which often
or spot of historic delving of what had just happened. In the touchscreen. It doesn’t sound like incorporate tiny control surfaces,
required for any manner of moments before the electronics much, but at around 65 km/h, sliders and animated graphics –
magazine filling and I’ll tackle it spared my embarrassment, I’d that’s a shade over 100 m of all demand visual confirmation,
gleefully, but columns are my been juggling a few things. I had unsighted travel. It got me diverting your attention from
creative kryptonite. Upon my been verbally inputting a thinking about the potential the primary task behind the
return to CAR after a year-long destination into the sat-nav via dangers posed by digital displays wheel: driving.
hiatus, the first thing our editorial Google’s voice assistant; looking and interfaces. It’s fair to say that as much
director, Ian McLaren, asked me to at the regenerative braking Reading into Dr Mitchell’s as our daily lives have reached a
do was write a column. readout to judge how best to findings, the unsustainable sort of cognitive saturation point,
As Ian’s words “you can do a balance the throttle in the name balancing act of splitting attention the influences crowding out the
column” reverberated, á la needed clarity in our driving lives
distorted disaster movie slow-mo, have become similarly all-
I could feel my forehead prickle encompassing. Taking my dad
with perspiration and my brain for a drive in some of these tech-
becoming a snow globe. heavy vehicles really brings home
It was in this miasmic state of the point. He used to fly light
mind that the idea for a column aircraft in his free time and,
came to me. During my year’s when he took in the myriad
hiatus I had come to purchase my displays, small icons and intricate
own set of wheels. Nothing fancy, menu structures, he made the
mind, just a Suzuki Swift. So, it valid observation that such items
came as little surprise that my can be bewildering for older
return to CAR brought with it a drivers, who may not possess the
jarring transition from the motor skills and keen vision of
decidedly analogue Suzuki to the of conserving the battery; between what’s happening on the younger drivers.
comparatively space-age BMW frantically prodding at the road and navigating complex Now, I’m not demanding we
iX1. Now, I loved the iX1 but, given touchscreen HVAC to find a menus and submenus on our cars’ return to an age of analogue
the combination of unusual balance between ankle-level arctic infotainment systems leads to motoring – technology has to
powertrain, multiple screens and gale and tropical breeze in my something called ‘cognitive advance, after all – but it may be
myriad menus, I did found my face; all while my eye hovered overload’. This overtaxes the prudent for car manufacturers to
attention wasn’t always focused between the battery charge and brain’s resources, making it reassess such interfaces and think
on the road. range readouts. This may not harder for drivers to process about striking a balance between
And that’s when it hit. Actually, sound like much to the more crucial information and inhibiting what looks cool and what works
thanks to some active safety tech tech-savvy among you, but I our ability to respond to best from a safety and useability
that spotted the stationary car in wondered just how great a unexpected incidents. standpoint. Have your touch-
front, it didn’t literally hit. distraction these things could be. An example is manufacturers’ screens but don’t be shy to throw
However, the autonomous A study conducted by the growing tendency to favour haptic in buttons, maybe even a dial or
applying of anchors and chorus of National Highway Traffic Safety interface-based climate and two to keep our motoring
alarms was a wake-up call for Administration (NHTSA) and ventilation controls over experience a cognitively balanced
both my wits behind the wheel a neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins traditional physical ones that and safer affair.

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BMW’s iX1
completes an X1
line-up that now
encompasses
every powertrain
option you could
ever want …
and does so
with aplomb

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BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport

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Price: R1 245 000 0–100 km/h: 5.62 seconds Top speed: 180 km/h Power: 230 kW r/min Torque: 494 N.m CAR energy consumption index: 21.96 kWh/100 km
CAR Estimated range: 295 km

Even in its regenerative- It’s great to see an accomplished


braking mode, the iX1 product such as iX1 form part
is a pleasure to pilot of what’s now a comprehensive
Gareth Dean powertrain line-up
Ian McLaren

W
hile a leaf through the The range encompasses turbo- not to mention trimmed and provides 230 kW between 8 000
CAR guide section at the petrol, turbodiesel and plug-in- finished to a suitably high and 15 300 r/min and a handy
back of the magazine hybrid models, and now, with standard. There is ample head- 494 N.m of peak torque from the
may give the impression that we, the introduction of the iX1, the room, a generous glasshouse off. These figures may not quite
as the South African motoring circle (or should that be circuit?) and enough legroom aft to match twin-motor rivals from
market, have a wide variety of is complete. We get behind the comfortably execute the sitting- the likes of Volvo (EX30 and XC40
vehicles to choose from, appealing wheel to see how this EV offering behind-a-six-footer test, which variants bring more than 300 kW
variants offered in other locales rounds out what is already an all point to spacious interior and 500 N.m to the table) but
often slip by us. How often have appealing line-up. packaging, as does a boot that they were still good for a tested
you read about a peppy little Visually, there is not much swallowed 344 to 1 200 litres of 0–100 km/h sprint time of 5.62
turbopetrol that is available to distinguish the iX1 from its our ISO load-measuring blocks seconds, mirroring the figure
overseas while we’re relegated combustion-engined brethren and while still featuring a handy claimed by BMW.
to an archaic naturally aspirated given that the X1 is already neatly underfloor compartment for In terms of road manners, the
unit? That is why it’s heartening proportioned and sporty-looking, charging cables. iX1 serves up an impressive driving
to see that some manufacturers this is not a bad thing; our test Power is provided by front- experience. The ride strikes a neat
are now bucking this trend and unit’s optional Blue Bay Lagoon and rear-axle-mounted electric balance between pliancy and a
serving up a veritable smorgas- metallic paintwork and 20-inch motors coupled with a single- spot of M Sport-damper firmness
bord of model offerings here bi-colour alloys do just enough speed automatic transmission that only errs into crashiness when
in SA. BMW’s X1 line-up is a to elevate it from the norm. The and fed by a 66.5 kWh lithium- encountering larger road scars at
great example. cabin is also stylishly executed, ion battery array. This AWD setup speed. There’s enough feel in the

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steering and roll resistance in the and duly opted to nudge the gear
MATCH-UP
chassis to make it a reasonably selector into B to activate the
engaging SUV to pilot with some stronger regenerative braking
vigour through the bends and the setup. This setting, which applies
powertrain management is well additional braking on a trailing
calibrated. Throttle modulation throttle to trickle-charge the
is smooth and progressive, but battery with harnessed kinetic
BMW iX1 xDrive30 Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge Mercedes-Benz EQB350 still capable of delivering a smile- energy on the go, has been a
M Sport Twin Motor Ultimate 4Matic AMG Line
inducing wallop of instant EV bit of a mixed bag in some of
A balanced product from Cute, boxy, boutique A well-proportioned
an impressively balanced and blisteringly quick. and practically oomph when planting the pedal. the other EVs we have sampled.
product line. iX1 takes the The halo XC40 is an packaged offering Those seeking even more Often, the braking is too strong,
good bits – dynamically impressive package with plenty of torque entertainment will no doubt be offering little in the way of pedal
and packaging-wise – but does not quite on tap, but the
drawn to the little paddle marked modulation, making progress
from its combustion- possess the BMW’s powertrain management
engined relatives and dynamic breadth lacks its rivals’ ‘Boost’ on the left-hand side of stunted and jerky. The iX1’s
adds EV pizzazz. of talents. overall polish. the steering wheel; tugging at it setup is probably one of the best
price: R1 245 000 price: R1 298 000 price: R1 434 250 primes the powertrain to deliver its calibrated we’ve encountered.
maximum output for 10 seconds, The regenerative-braking action,
electric motor type: permanent electric motor type: permanent electric motor type: permanent
magnet synchronous, front & rear magnet synchronous, front & rear magnet synchronous, front & rear which is handy for laughingly although prominent, is measured
power: 230 kW/8 000–15 300 r/min power: 300 kW/4 350–13 900 r/min power: 215 kW/4 000–12 000 r/min pinning occupants to their seats in the way it intervenes and allows
torque: 494 N.m/ torque: 660 N.m/ torque: 520 N.m/ with a handy dollop of power or you to make smooth and assured
0–4 300 r/min 0–4 350 r/min 0–4 000 r/min
when overtaking manoeuvres progress in any number of driving
gears/drive: 1/4 gears/drive: 1/4 gears/drive: 1/4 are required. conditions, just balancing the car
0–100 km/h: 5.62 sec 0–100 km/h: 4.78 sec 0–100 km/h: 5.79 sec Our CAR energy-consumption on the throttle. Owing to its ease of

top speed: 180 km/h top speed: 180 km/h top speed: 160 km/h
index showed a fairly respectable use, it’s a setting you’re less likely
21.96 kWh/100 km but our testers to shy away from and therefore
range – WLTP combined: 439 km range – WLTP combined: 418 km range – WLTP combined: 478 km
were convinced the iX1 had more something you would be happy
luggage capac: 344/1 200 L luggage capac: 320/1 168 L luggage capac: 130–495/1 628 L
to give on the fuel-efficiency front to use regularly. One tester even
serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km

USED OPTION [<2 years]

Audi e tron 55 quattro: Given the fledgling status of this segment, used options are
difficult to come by. There are a few used examples of Audi’s stylish e tron coming
through the classifieds in the region of the iX1’s price, though.

01
03
01 Boost function counts down 10 seconds of
maximum power output. 02 Heavily bolstered 02
seats part of the M Sport Package. 03 Twin-
screen fascia layout is logical and perceived
quality impressive. 04 Visually, iX1 isn’t too
far removed from ICE models. 05 Electric
powerplant serves up 230 kW and 494 N.m.
06 Floating centre console houses a shift-
by-wire gear selector.

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managed a weekend’s driving in Gross frontal area: 2.68 m2 Weight: 2 082 kg Drag coefficient: 0.26 Seating: 5
this setting, in varied conditions, Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom:
and came back with an average 83 790/860 mm 930/795 mm

344/1 200 L
use figure of 18.08 kWh/100 km,
100
all without too much effort on 1 616 mm 2 100 mm
the drivers’ part. Although BMW
claims an overall operating range
BMW iX1 XDRIVE30
760 mm
in the region of 400 km, our energy-
M SPORT 49% 51%
170 mm
consumption index points to a 2 692 mm

figure closer to 300 km. That said, Built in Germany 4 500 mm

with some well-considered pedal Width (excl. mirrors): 1 845 mm Track front/rear: 1 591/1 593 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg
SPECIFICATIONS
work and the stronger brake-
regeneration option at play, figures POWER & TORQUE ENGINE SPEED
ELECTRIC MOTOR
leaning towards BMW’s claim Electric motor type: permanent magnet
synchronous, front & rear
seem plausible.
Given that a full charge from
ELECTRIC MOTOR OUTPUT
a standard wall socket takes 22
Max power ISO: 230 kW
hours, prospective iX1 buyers
Power peak/Red line: 8 000–15 300 r/min
will likely take advantage of Max torque: 494 N.m
BMW SA’s provision of a wallbox, Torque peak: 4 300 r/min
including installation, at their
preferred location. Depending BATTERY CHARGING TIME
Standard wall socket to 100%: 22 hrs
on the electrical connection
Home wallbox charger to 100%: 4.6 hrs PARTS PRICES*
(11–22 kW), this pares down the (Incl. VAT)
Left rear tyre: R5 649.00 Windscreen: R9 155.86
Quick charge to 80%: 29 mins
charging to a more palatable time
of between two and five hours. TEST RESULTS
TRACTION BATTERY
Away from home, BMW customers Type: Lithium-ion
Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 27 °C/1 015 hPa Test car’s odometer: 1 086 km
have access to GridCars’ national Capacity: 66.5 kWh/64.8 kWh gross kWh
Onboard Charger: 11 kW
network of charging stations –
TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST
which is currently 350 sites and Manufacturer’s figure: 180 km/h Best/worst stop: 2.97/3.50
TRANSMISSION
growing – as well as free public Average of 10 stops/rating: 3.23/average
Type: single speed
charging points at select BMW SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed) Average stopping distance: 43.31 m
Reduction/reverse gear: 11.19
10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds.
and Mini dealerships. Drive wheels: all
60 80 100 120
Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability 58 77 97 117
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
TEST SUMMARY control), hill start
Odometer error: 0,09% over Est. range (CAR index): 295 km
EVs remain a relatively niche
BRAKES
option on our market. However, ACCELERATION (sec)
Front: 335 mm ventilated discs
it’s great to see a product like the Manufacturer’s figure
Rear: 300 mm solid discs 0–60 0–80 0–100 0–120 0–140
iX1, which manages to embody Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA 2.68 3.92 5.62 7.69 10.36 18.30
all that is enjoyable about its kWh/100 km

petrol and diesel stablemates, WHEELS AND TYRES


OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) CAR index
making a strong case for its Tyre make: Continental EcoContact6
Tyre size: 245/40 R20 21.96
inclusion as part of a now very Drive
kWh/100 km
Spare – type and location: run-flat 40–60 0.96
complete-looking X1 line-up 60–80 1.24
(our reigning Top 12 Best Buys 80–100 1.66 Test route
STEERING 100–120 2.11
segment champion). 20.10
Type: rack and pinion, electric power assist 120–140 2.67 kWh/100 km
Okay, the price is compara- Lock to lock: 2.5 turns
tively high when viewed next to Turning circle diameter: 11.9 m
other X1 models and, yes, there Power/mass: 110 W/kg Engine speed (at true PERFORMANCE
120 km/h in top gear): 10 423 r/min FACTORS
are the inevitable caprices of SUSPENSION
charging infrastructure and so Front: independent, MacPherson struts,
coil springs, anti-roll bar
forth that prospective buyers Airbags: front/side/curtain Air-con: dual-zone climate Audio system:
Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs FEATURES
will have to consider, but the radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/voice control/Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
CHECKLIST
Cruise control: standard Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard, incl.
iX1’s execution is on point and
WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS camera Windows: all electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: manual, incl. height
its ease of use – particularly in 2-year/unlimited km warranty Folding rear seat: 40:20:40 split Upholstery: leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear Steering
its one-pedal-operation brake- 8-year/100 000 km battery warranty adjust: rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: standard Wipers auto-on:
energy-regeneration mode – is 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: optional
service every 2 years or 34 000 km
precisely what the growing EV
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Lexus RX 500h
F Sport
A pioneer of the luxury-SUV segment has
returned with fresh looks and big plans to
shake up the local establishment

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Price: R1 723 100 0–100 km/h: 5.99 seconds Top speed: 210 km/h Power: 273 kW Torque: 550 N.m CAR Fuel index: 7.80 L/100km CO2: 148 g/km

Lexus continues to impress Features a surprising turn


with its segment-leading of pace for a package that
interior build quality and so unapologetically favours
choice of materials comfort and sophistication
Ian McLaren Gareth Dean

I
t’s intriguing to note the stages setups, sleeker rooflines and, Sharing its stronger and lighter further visual purposefulness
of evolution that the modern by all accounts, more focused GA-K platform with the current thanks to a sporty-looking body
luxury sport utility vehicle dynamics that are not at all RAV4, the striking new lines of the kit and 21-inch alloy wheels. A
has undergone. What began as a suited to the great outdoors. new Lexus RX are complemented panoramic sunroof is included
customer-driven desire to enjoy While the Lexus RX has always by the familial ‘spindle’ grille, throughout the range.
a more commanding driving favoured luxury and comfort over modern LED lighting technology, Unchanged in terms of overall
position with maximum ground gravel-road-adventuring ability sweeping contours that include length compared with the outgoing
clearance and an appropriate (there’s a Toyota for that), in its a fresh interpretation of this model, the big news in terms of
sense of adventure has, over the fifth generation, its maker seems vehicle’s famous floating roofline the RX’s stance is a 60 mm gain
years, shown every indication intent on keeping pace with this and an altogether more contem- in wheelbase length and broader
of attempting to reverse this trend towards newfound poise porary-looking rear end. The track widths, front and rear, than
original mandate by offering and driver engagement within 500h’s standard-fitment F Sport before. Dynamic benefits aside,
firmer, sportier suspension this segment. exterior package adds an air of this larger footprint also means

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01 Signature spindle grille remains a key


design element. 02 Infotainment menus are
not intuitive, but mixture of touch and dial
interfaces are neat. 03 Sculpted seats are
supportive and comfy. 04 Light-bar brakelamp
treatment is a striking new touch. 05 There’s
01
384 litres of boot space with seats in place.

increased interior space, though of the brand’s often-maligned


luggage-compartment dimensions trackpad-type infotainment-
remain largely unchanged. system interface and the inclusion
Spaciousness is one thing, of one of the most intuitive voice
but as we have come to expect control functions we’ve seen, but
from the modern Lexus brand, the new touch-sensitive pads on
the quality of the materials either arm of the steering wheel
featured throughout the cabin – which call upon corresponding
of the newest RX, as well as the functions within the head-up
corresponding craftsmanship, display – take some getting used
03
is close to class leading. New to, especially as wearing polarised
electronically activated door sunglasses effectively wipes out
latches serve as an appropriate the visual part of that interface.
entry point to this experience. Something else that takes
Translating to ‘reins’ in English, more time to get familiar with
the Lexus brand’s new ‘tazuna’ than it ought to is the menu
interior-design language aims to layout. It isn’t easy to navigate,
keep the driver’s hands on the despite being rendered within
wheel, and eyes on the road ahead, the crisp workings of a standard
for as long as possible. A bit like 14-inch infotainment display.
an inexperienced person taking Lexus seems determined to
the reins, the result is a mixed bag. make greater inroads into this
We were grateful for the omission segment in South Africa than

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MATCH-UP

Lexus RX 500h Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Jaguar F-Pace


F Sport Engine AWD Plus P400e
Striking modern It’s more spacious The most dynamically
styling, segment-leading than the Lexus and focused package in this
interior build quality stylishly executed, selection, the F-Pace’s
and comprehensive but the XC90 is also interior build quality
standard specification. one of the oldest models nevertheless is no
The appeal of the 500h is in Volvo’s fleet. The match for either the
a drivetrain that features hybrid Twin Engine Volvo or the Lexus.
an assured automatic models offer quite an The new hybrid P400e
transmission over the impressive turn of pace models are also expensive
sometimes indecisive CVT. for such a large SUV. by comparison.
01

price: R1 723 100 price: R1 713 000 price: R1 982 300

cyl/capac: 4/2 393 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 969 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 997 cm3

power: 273 kW/5 900–6 100 r/min power: 340 kW/6 000 r/min power: 297 kW/5 500 r/min

torque: 550 N.m/2 000–3 000 r/min torque: 709 N.m/3 000 r/min torque: 640 N.m/1 500 r/min

gears/drive: 9/4 gears/drive: 8/4 gears/drive: 8/4

0–100 km/h: 5.99 sec 0–100 km/h: 5.30 sec 0–100 km/h: 5.30 sec

top speed: 210 km/h top speed: 180 km/h top speed: 240 km/h

fuel index: 7.80 L/100 km fuel index: 2.20 L/100 km fuel index: 2.90 L/100 km

luggage capac: 384/1 160 L luggage capac: 144–344/1 560 L luggage capac: 304/1024 L

serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km

02 USED OPTION [<2 years]

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d 4Matic Plush, spacious and largely comfortable, the 400d
powertrain offers impressive refinement, performance and efficiency.

“Feels impressively
sophisticated and broadly
comfortable in everyday
driving conditions”

before (the RX has been one charging nickel-metal-hydride


03
of the best-selling vehicles in battery. Lexus claims it improves
its segment in the US). The responsiveness and uses less fuel
manufacturer is offering the in comparison with the perfor-
new RX with several drivetrain mance of the naturally aspirated
options, including a new plug- V6 drivetrain that featured in the
in hybrid (450h+) model. earlier flagship 450h.
In another first for the brand, Indeed, on our test strip, the
the powertrain in the 500h mates 500h raced from a standstill to
a turbocharged 2.4-litre petrol 100 km/h some 2.88 seconds
engine with a pair of electric faster than the 450h we tested
motors – one on each axle – that in April 2016. Admittedly, much
deliver drive to all corners when of this performance gain can be
required. It operates via a six- credited to the slick workings of
speed automatic transmission a torque-converter transmission,
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01 F Sport bodywork looks purposeful but


graceful. 02 Six-speed torque converter is a
welcome change from the CVT. 03 Digital
instrumentation looks crisp. 04 Paddle
shifters add some driver involvement.
05 New 2.4-litre hybrid powertrain is a strong
performer. 06 The cabin is one of the best
executed in the luxury SUV segment.

CVT. This change allows for an


altogether more fluid transition
between EV mode on initial
pull-away and the eventual
interjection of the internal
combustion engine at higher
speeds. The F Sport package
also gains uprated brakes
compared to other models
in the modern line-up.
Its newfound straight-line- and
overtaking performance potential
aside, the 500h F Sport still feels
impressively sophisticated and
broadly comfortable in everyday
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stillness of its cabin, its standard Gross frontal area: 2.93 m2 Weight: 2 148 kg Drag coefficient: 0.35 Seating: 5
adaptive dampers cope admirably Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom:
with most road imperfections, 77 770/850 mm 820/635 mm

while the ability of the rear 384/1 160 L


100
wheels to swivel by up to four 1 695 mm 2 005 mm

degrees in the opposite direction


to the front alloys means a marked
LEXUS RX 500H
760 mm
improvement to manoeuvrability
F SPORT 54% 46%
15° 183 mm 23°
driving about town. 2 850 mm

This is easily the most Built in Japan 4 513 mm

dynamically capable Lexus SUV Width (excl. mirrors): 1 920 mm Track front/rear: 1 655/1 695 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg
SPECIFICATIONS
we have driven, and we soon
found ourselves defaulting to a POWER & TORQUE ENGINE SPEED
ENGINE
more leisurely pace where the Cylinders: four, inline, transverse

RX’s newfound poise comple- Fuel supply: electronic direct fuel injection,
turbocharged, intercooled, petrol
ments, rather than overshadows,
Bore/stroke: 87.5/99.5 mm
this well-rounded, effortlessly Cubic capacity: 2 393 cm3
sophisticated new package. Compression ratio: 11.0 to 1
Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder

TEST SUMMARY
Small infotainment- and switch- ENGINE OUTPUT
Max power ISO: 273 kW
gear quirks aside, this is the most
Power peak/Red line:
compelling Lexus RX package 5 900–6 100/6 250 r/min
PARTS PRICES*
we have sampled. Significantly, Max torque: 550 N.m (Incl. VAT)
Left rear tyre: R7 549.00 Windscreen: R19 211.00

it’s also the first Lexus SUV that Torque peak: 2 000–3 000 r/min

the younger, more exuberant TEST RESULTS


members of the CAR team have TRANSMISSION
Type: six-speed automatic Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 19 °C/1 018 hPa Test car’s odometer: 3 326 km
enjoyed driving.
1st gear/2nd gear: 4.47/2.51 to 1
The modern RX is likely
3rd gear/4th gear: 1.56/1.14 to 1 TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST
to remain an outlier within a 5th gear: 0.85 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 210 km/h Best/worst stop: 2.72/3.01
segment where many of the Top gear: 0.67 to 1 Average of 10 stops/rating: 2.85/excellent

popular European alternatives Reverse gear: 3.19 to 1 Average stopping distance: 38.16 m
SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed)
Final drive: 3.73 to 1 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds.
still offer – for the time being,
Drive wheels: all 60 80 100 120
at least – the appeal of a turbo- 58 77 96 115
Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability FUEL CONSUMPTION
diesel powertrain. Yet, based on control), hill start Odometer error: 1.15% under Fuel tank: 65 litres
its striking styling, plush interior Est. tank range (fuel index): 833 km
and refined road manners, we Taxable CO2 rating: 148 g/km
BRAKES ACCELERATION (sec)
can certainly see an altogether Front: 400 mm ventilated discs Manufacturer’s figure
0–60 0–80 0–100 0–120 0–140
broader (younger?) audience Rear: 340 mm ventilated discs
2.66 4.04 5.99 8.28 10.97 6.50
Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA L/100 km
being tempted into the modern
Lexus family.
WHEELS AND TYRES OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) CAR fuel index
Tyre make: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 7.80
AT
Tyre size: 235/50 R21 L/100 km
40–60 1.12
Spare – type and location: space-saver, 60–80 1.38
under boot board 80–100 1.95 Fuel route
100–120 2.29 9.18
120–140 2.69 L/100 km
STEERING
Type: rack and pinion, electric power assist
Lock to lock: 2.6 turns Power/mass: 127 W/kg Power/litre: 114 kW/litre
Turning circle diameter: 11.6 m Torque/litre: 230 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true PERFORMANCE
FACTORS
120 km/h in top gear): 2 133 r/min

SUSPENSION
Front: independent, MacPherson struts, Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: tri-zone climate Audio system:
FEATURES
coil springs, anti-roll bar radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/voice control/Android Auto + Apple CarPlay
CHECKLIST
Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs, Cruise control: standard, adaptive Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard,
anti-roll bar incl. camera Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: electric, incl.
height Folding rear seat: 40:20:40 split Upholstery: leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear
Steering adjust: electric rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: standard
WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS
Wipers auto-on: standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: standard
7-year/105 000 km warranty
The ride is compliant despite those sizeable 7-year/105 000 km maintenance plan
*Prices as recommended by manufacturer
21-inch rims wrapped in 50-profile rubber. Services according to onboard computer **All tests conducted at sea level

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Toyota Hilux 2.4GD-6
DC 4×4 Raider X 6MT
The ageing but still venerable Hilux Raider gets a set of
cool clothes as it joins the affordable-lifestyle-bakkie fray

03
Price: R674 800 0–100 km/h 12.47 seconds Top speed: 175 km/h Power: 110 kW Torque: 400 N.m CAR fuel index: 9.12 L/100 km CO2: 199 g/km

A compelling combination Given the economic climate, the


of a rugged, proven package Raider X’s value-based proposition
and drivetrain with modern will likely help the Hilux keep its
nice-to-have appointments nose ahead of its rivals
Ian McLaren Braam Peens

A
lthough the intensity of so, that relative old-timer status derivatives in the second half protectors with red inserts, a
the Ranger-versus-Hilux has not hampered its position as of last year. chrome grille and a louvred load-
debate has ratcheted up the market leader: Toyota sold The newcomer uses all the bay styling bar. Out of sight but
by several notches since the 37 382 Hiluxes against 24 618 Ford same DNA but it replaces the providing added practicality is
Ford’s launch at the end of 2022, Rangers in 2023. Raider 2.4 GD6 4x4 in the line- a rubberised utility area shielded
it can also be argued that the Still, Toyota has not rested up as a limited-edition model. by a tonneau cover. Additionally,
misalignment of the life cycles of on its laurels and, recognising It’s a smart move because opting the tailgate is spring-loaded for
the country’s two biggest bakkie the pressure that South African for the range’s less powerful soft opening and closing.
brands is depriving disciples of consumers are under – while at powertrain keeps its price in The interior remains largely
what could be an even bigger the same time acknowledging check while allowing for the unchanged, presumably paying
braaiside bun fight. this demographic’s voracious addition of exterior niceties to testimony to where some of the
The current eighth-generation appetite for stylish lifestyle enhance its kerbside appeal. exterior accessorising has been
Toyota Hilux turns eight years old double cabs – quietly launched To this end, the Raider X is offset in cost. There is a physical
in 2024, and underwent a pair of the Hilux Raider X automatic fitted as standard with bi-colour key (meaning no keyless entry or
facelifts in 2017 and 2020. Even (R704 300) and manual (R674 800) 17-inch alloy wheels, black fender exit) and some notable omissions

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Toyota Hilux 2.4GD-6 DC Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT Isuzu D-Max 1.9 Ddi
4×4 Raider X 6MT Double Cab XL 4x4 Double Cab LS 4x4
Sober interior aside, the It’s newer and packs Matches the Toyota for
Raider X’s strong suit is its more power but has only kilowatts but gives away
ability to look like a million 16-inch wheels, no running a crucial 50 N.m of twist.
bucks without costing that. boards and an untreated Has a slightly more
If you can live without load box. Nevertheless, contemporary interior.
01 a 2.8 badge on the back, it is R36k cheaper, even A solid and dependable
this will keep your bank with the optional service left-field choice for those
manager smiling and your plan added in, so it still after something other
include the passenger sun-visor on the infotainment screen) friends jealous. Win-win. undercuts the Hilux. than a Ford or a Toyota.
mirror and driver’s-side footrest. and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
price: R674 800 price: R638 100 price: R685 200
The fabric seats – standard fare connectivity thankfully remain.
cyl/capac: 4/2 393 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 996 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 898 cm3
for this price range – are stylishly The 2.4-litre engine, mated to
dressed and comfortable, though a six-speed manual gearbox and power: 110 kW/5 900–6 100 r/min power: 125 kW/3 500 r/min power: 110 kW/3 600 r/min

cladding the steering wheel in dashboard-mounted turn dial for torque: 450 N.m/1 600 r/min torque: 583 N.m/3 500 r/min torque: 350 N.m/1 800 r/min
leather would have been a tasteful selectable-on-the-fly high- and
gears/drive: 6/4 gears/drive: 6/4 gears/drive: 8/4
touch to underline the Raider X’s low range (no traction modes,
0–100 km/h: 12.47 sec 0–100 km/h: N/A 0–100 km/h: N/A
visual voguishness. though) in our 2 128 kg test unit,
With an active safety suite provides adequate performance, top speed: 175 km/h top speed: N/A top speed: N/A

reserved for pricier iterations of as its 12.47-second 0–100 km/h fuel index: 9.12 L/100 km/h fuel index: 8.50 L/100 km/h fuel index: 8.80 L/100 km/h
the Hilux, the Raider X boasts sprint time attests. Peak torque
Payload: 660 kg Payload: N/A Payload: N/A
Toyota’s basic medley of traction- arrives early from a very usable
serv/maint plan: S9/90 000 km serv/maint plan: optional serv/maint plan: S5/90 000 km
and stability control, ABS with 1 600 r/min, but drops off just
EBD, hill-start assist and trailer- 400 r/min later, which necessitates USED OPTION [<2 years]
sway control. Must-haves such a bit of gear-lever stirring when Volkswagen Amarok V6 This may be heresy to Toyota- and Ford acolytes, but in previous-
as front- and rear park-distance overtaking at highway speeds in gen guise, this Amarok provided hot-hatch-humbling performance and catwalk-slaying looks.
sensors (the latter is displayed top gear. This narrow peak torque Highly desirable.

02

01 A tonneau cover hides a handy rubberised


utility area. 02 Good axle articulation adds
to the Raider X’s off-road prowess. 03 Cloth
seats are comfy and stylish. 04 Steering-
wheel-mounted controls are standard fitment.
05 Interior hasn’t seen many changes but is
solid and neatly appointed.

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band also means those looking Gross frontal area: 3.03 m2 Weight: 2 232 kg Drag coefficient: 0.22 Seating: 5
to undertake heavy towing on Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom: Payload:
a regular basis may do better to 76 835/960 mm 940/845 mm 830 kg

stretch to a 2.8-litre version.


100
Buttons marked Power and 1 815 mm

Eco, located adjacent to the hand


brake, modulate throttle response
TOYOTA HILUX 2.4GD-6
710 mm
(with corresponding effects on fuel
DC 4×4 RAIDER X 6MT 57%
310 mm
43%
29° 26°
economy). On our standardised 3 085 mm

100 km mixed-use fuel route, the Built in South Africa 5 325 mm

Raider X managed to record an Width (excl. mirrors): 1 855 mm Track front/rear: 1 540/1 550 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg
SPECIFICATIONS
average consumption figure of
9.1 L/100 km. If that is a little POWER & TORQUE ENGINE SPEED
ENGINE
disconcerting bearing in mind Cylinders: four, inline, longitudinal
Fuel supply: electronic common-rail direct
Toyota’s claim of 7.7 litres for
injection, turbocharged, intercooled, diesel
the same exercise, it is worth
Bore/stroke: 92.0/90.0 mm
considering that a member Cubic capacity: 2 393 cm3
of the test team did manage Compression ratio: 15.6 to 1
7.3 L/100 km four-up and partially Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder

loaded during a long-haul trip


back from Knysna to Cape Town. ENGINE OUTPUT
Max power ISO: 110 kW
Power peak/Red line:
TEST SUMMARY 5 900–6 100/6 250 r/min
PARTS PRICES* Left rear tyre: R3 420.00 Windscreen: R5 810.64
Given that passenger-car sales Max torque: 400 N.m (Incl. VAT)
fell to below their 2022 equivalent Torque peak: 1 600 r/min

for the fifth consecutive month in TEST RESULTS


December 2023, there’s no doubt TRANSMISSION
Type: six-speed manual Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 23 °C/1 012 hPa Test car’s odometer: 2 747 km
South African households are in
1st gear/2nd gear: 4.78/2.42 to 1
the financial doldrums.
3rd gear/4th gear: 1.44/1.00 to 1 TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST
Quite plainly, fewer and fewer 5th gear: 0.77 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 175 km/h Best/worst stop: 2.97/3.50
bakkie lovers can afford a body- Top gear: 0.64 to 1 Average of 10 stops/rating: 3.18/average

kit-muscled, seven-digit, range- Reverse gear: 4.06 to 1 Average stopping distance: 43.22 m
SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed)
Final drive: 3.58 to 1 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds.
topping double cab, but they
Drive wheels: all 60 80 100 120
have not given up on wanting to 55 74 93 112
Driver aids: ESC (electronic FUEL CONSUMPTION
impress the neighbours. As we stability control) Odometer error: 0,41% under Fuel tank: 80 litres
wait for the next-gen Hilux to Est. tank range (fuel index): 877 km
arrive – possibly this year or next Taxable CO2 rating: 199 g/km
BRAKES ACCELERATION (sec)
– the Raider X is a viable option. Front: 318 mm ventilated discs Manufacturer’s figure
0–60 0–80 0–100 0–120 0–140
With its 2.4-litre engine, Rear: 295 mm drums
4.90 8.50 12.47 19.85 27.57 7.60
Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA L/100 km
this new Hilux may not be the
most muscle-bound member
WHEELS AND TYRES OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) CAR fuel index
of the bakkie fraternity, but
Tyre make: Dunlop Grandtrek AT 9.12
because it only tickles your 3rd 4th 5th top
Tyre size: 265/65 R17 L/100 km
40–60 2.96 5.93 12.03 21.42
wallet, you cannot help but feel Spare – type and location: full-size alloy,
60–80 3.10 4.28 6.98 13.48
that it has also won over your under body 80–100 4.15 4.78 6.73 9.64 Fuel route
100–120 7.76 6.12 7.99 11.13 9.18
heart. X really does mark the
120–140 - 7.44 11.62 16.55 L/100 km
(sweet) spot. STEERING
Type: rack and pinion,
hydraulic power assist Power/mass: 49 W/kg Power/litre: 46 kW/litre
Lock to lock: 3.4 turns Torque/litre: 167 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true PERFORMANCE
FACTORS
Turning circle diameter: 12.8 m 120 km/h in top gear): 1 935 r/min

SUSPENSION Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: manual Audio system: radio/aux-


FEATURES
Front: independent, double wishbone, in/USB/Bluetooth/voice control/Android Auto + Apple CarPlay Cruise control:
CHECKLIST
coil springs standard Sat-nav: no Park assist: standard, incl. camera Windows: all
Rear: live axle, leaf springs electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: manual, incl. height Folding rear seat: no
Upholstery: cloth Isofix anchorages: outer rear Steering adjust: rake + reach Steering audio
controls: standard Tyre sensors: no Wipers auto-on: no Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up
WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS
display: no
3-year/100 000 km warranty
The 2.4-litre turbodiesel provides adequate 9 services/90 000 km service plan
*Prices as recommended by manufacturer
performance, but peak torque band is narrow. Service every 10 000 km **All tests conducted at sea level

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Mercedes-AMG
A35 Hatch 4Matic
More sensible than its frantic A45 S sibling, the Mercedes-AMG A35
is an attractive choice for hot hatch enthusiasts

04
Price: R1 285 854 0–100 km/h: 5.21 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h Power: 225 kW Torque: 400 N.m CAR Fuel index: 10.68 L/100km CO2: 180 g/km

The A35 is a lot less Solid road-holding


polarising than the and plenty of power,
A45 hyper hatch but a very firm ride
Kyle Kock Ian McLaren

T
he history of hot hatches AWD system, many considered The mid-2023 refresh is quite Inside, things are similarly
has been littered with it the progenitor of the hyper- mild. Most notably, the headlamps subdued. Barring the sports seats
varying interpretations hatch segment. are sleeker and the design of the with red leather contrasts and
from different manufacturers, A bit closer to what can be taillamps has been revised. On our more purposeful-looking steering
and the formula isn’t an exact considered a contemporary hot test unit, the bulges around the wheel, this could be any other
one. A decade ago, there was none hatch is the A45 S’s little brother, vents, dark grille and rear diffuser, A-Class with a few options ticked
quite as hot as Affalterbach’s A45 the Mercedes-AMG A35. It was and the tailgate-mounted wing off. It is fairly comfortable for
AMG. With a seven-speed dual- delivered to our offices in flat are tastefully camouflaged by the those of average height, but taller
clutch transmission that shifted Night Black metallic with five dark hue. In contrast to all the drivers and passengers felt a little
faster than anything else on the twin-spoke 19-inch alloy wheels black on our test unit were strips cramped, though the optional
market and an unthinkable-for- featuring chrome highlights. The of chromed trim that borders panoramic roof (included as part
the-time 265 kW and 450 N.m overall appearance was more the side glass and adorned the of the R119 000 Premium Plus
from its 2.0-litre four-cylinder understated than what we’ve badges, front grille and tip of the package fitted to our test unit)
turbopetrol engine sent to all encountered from the brand in front spoiler, along with the high- goes a long way to alleviate some
four corners via an performance recent years. gloss outer edge of the alloys. of that claustrophobia.

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MATCH-UP

Mercedes-AMG A35 Volkswagen BMW M135i xDrive


Hatch 4Matic Golf R Mzansi Edition
Suits the more A popular choice here BMW M products
contemporary view in South Africa, and for enjoy a loyal following
of what is considered good reason. It’s just the the world over, and
a hot hatch, with right blend of subtlety, South Africa is no
a sophisticated performance and different. Although
all-wheel-drive setup relative value all rolled entertaining, it does
and, of course, loads into one performance- not feel quite as sharp
of brand cachet. hatch package. as its rivals here.

price: R1 285 854 price: R945 100 price: R1 064 385 01

cyl/capac: 4/1 991 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 984 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 998 cm3

power: 225 kW/5 900–6 100 r/min power: 235 kW/5 600 r/min power: 225 kW/5 000 r/min Although they share the same starts running out of steam closer
torque: 400 N.m/3 000–4 000 r/min torque: 200 N.m/2 000 r/min torque: 450 N.m/1 750 r/min displacement, the 1 991 cm³ turbo- to the redline.
petrol in the A35 is an entirely Getting off the line is the
gears/drive: 8/4 gears/drive: 7/4 gears/drive: 8/4
different engine to that fitted to easiest thing in the A35. Simply
0–100 km/h: 5.21 sec 0–100 km/h: 5.05 sec 0–100 km/h: 4.80 sec
the A45 S. The M260 E20 DE LA set the ESP system to its Sport
top speed: 250 km/h top speed: 250 km/h top speed: 250 km/h unit in the A35 is an uprated setting, engage Sport mode on
fuel index: 10.68 L/100 km/h fuel index: 9.40 L/100 km/h fuel index: 12.2 L/100 km/h version of the one fitted to the the steering-wheel-mounted
A250 model still available abroad. dial and rev it up against the
luggage capac: 240/696 L luggage capac: 216/1 016 L luggage capac: 208/792 L
Its 400 N.m of torque is available brake to engage launch control.
serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km serv/maint plan: M5/100 000 km
from 3 000 to 4 000 r/min, though Its 0–100 km/h sprint of 5.21
USED OPTION [<2 years] on the road the torque curve feels seconds may not be the fastest
Subaru WRX 2,4T tS ES CVT A turbocharged flat-four and symmetrical all-wheel drive never flatter than the figures suggest, in a tough field of competition,
disappoint, although the CVT’s lack of crispness does dull some of the sheen. and the momentum only really but it’s nonetheless respectable,
and so is the A35’s quarter-mile
time of 13.52 seconds. Would-be
drag racers can also take comfort
in the system’s ability to engage
reliably and consistently.

01 Contrasting red upholstery inserts


and silver trim lift the cabin's otherwise
dark ambience. 02 Big wheels and
big pipes, but overall a subtle exterior.
03 It may be a tight squeeze for rear-
seat passengers.

02 03

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Comfort is not typical of Gross frontal area: 2.28 m2 Weight: 1 596 kg Drag coefficient: 0.22 Seating: 4
the marque as, despite the A35 Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom:
AMG’s adaptive-damping-assisted 83 780/840 mm 800/640 mm

suspension setup, the ride remains 240/696 L


100
surprisingly hard, with the cabin 1 945 mm
1 407 mm
betraying some of that harshness
through its panels on corrugated
MERCEDES-AMG A35
640 mm

road surfaces. However, it must be


HATCH 4MATIC 61% 39%

noted that the 35-profile Pirellis 2 729 mm

wrapped around the alloys aren’t Built in Germany 4 447 mm

the type of rubber suited to serene Width (excl. mirrors): 1 797 mm Track front/rear: 1 573/1 570 mm Tow rating (unbraked): N/A
SPECIFICATIONS
wafting. Instead, they do their best
work tackling fast, flowing B-roads POWER & TORQUE ENGINE SPEED
ENGINE
under the auspices of the 4Matic Cylinders: four, inline, transverse
Fuel supply: electronic direct fuel injection,
all-wheel-drive system.
turbocharged, intercooled, petrol
Dynamically, the A35 is up
Bore/stroke: 83.0/92.0 mm
there with some of the best Cubic capacity: 1 991 cm3
all-wheel-drive cars we have Compression ratio: 10.0 to 1
tested, and the amount of grip Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder

is reassuring, despite the system’s


lack of the A45 S’s trick torque- ENGINE OUTPUT
Max power ISO: 225 kW
splitting rear axle. The steering
Power peak/Red line:
ratio is quick, and the A35 turns 5 900–6 100/6 250 r/min
PARTS PRICES* Left rear tyre: R4 700.00 Windscreen: R9 365.00
in with precision and poise, even Max torque: 400 N.m (Incl. VAT)
if the feel through the wheel is Torque peak: 3 000–4 000 r/min

muted by its electric assistance. TEST RESULTS


TRANSMISSION
Type: eight-speed dual-clutch Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 19 °C/1 016 hPa Test car’s odometer: 5 197 km
TEST SUMMARY
1st gear/2nd gear: 15.94/11.18 to 1
While the subdued cosmetic
3rd gear/4th gear: 7.34/5.15 to 1 TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST
treatment may divide opinion, 5th gear/6th gear: 3.74/93 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 250 km/h Best/worst stop: 2.71/3.03
a more balanced ride profile 7th gear: 2.29 to 1 Average of 10 stops/rating: 2.89/excellent
Top gear: 1.81 to 1 Average stopping distance: 41.64 m
could have helped to round out SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed)
Reverse gear: 13.39 to 1 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds.
the A35’s breadth of talents. We
Final drive: 1.00 to 1 60 80 100 120
can definitely say the A35 does 57 77 96 116
Drive wheels: all FUEL CONSUMPTION
not disappoint in the driving Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability Odometer error: 1.85% over Fuel tank: 65 litres
department. Its older sibling is control), hill start Est. tank range (fuel index): 609 km
undoubtedly the first-team player Taxable CO2 rating: 180 g/km
ACCELERATION (sec)
across varying sporting codes, but BRAKES Manufacturer’s figure
0–60 0–80 0–100 0–120 0–140
as the scrappy baby brother vying Front: 350 mm ventilated discs
2.50 3.71 5.21 7.15 9.35 8.90
Rear: 350 mm ventilated discs L/100 km
for its share of the spoils – and
Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA
managing to raise a few eyebrows
OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) CAR fuel index
while doing so – the A35 does have
WHEELS AND TYRES 10.68
its charm and certainly deserves AT
Tyre make: Pirelli P-Zero L/100 km
40–60 0.92
potential buyers’ attention in the Tyre size: 235/35 R19
60–80 1.21
hot-hatch segment. Spare – type and location: none, mobility kit 80–100 1.51 Fuel route
100–120 1.93 11.80
120–140 2.20 L/100 km
STEERING
Type: rack and pinion, electric power assist
Lock to lock: 2.2 turns Power/mass: 141 W/kg Power/litre: 113 kW/litre
Turning circle diameter: 11.0 m Torque/litre: 201 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true PERFORMANCE
FACTORS
120 km/h in top gear): 1 834 r/min
SUSPENSION
Front: independent, double wishbone, Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: dual-zone climate Audio system:
FEATURES
coil springs, anti-roll bar radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/voice control/Android Auto + Apple CarPlay
CHECKLIST
Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs, Cruise control: standard, adaptive Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard,
anti-roll bar incl. camera Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: electric, incl.
height Folding rear seat: 40:20:40 split Upholstery: leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear
Steering adjust: rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: standard
WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS
Wipers auto-on: standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: standard
2-year/unlimited km warranty
Uprated version of the A250's turbopetrol 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan
*Prices as recommended by manufacturer
motor on par with rivals in terms of output. Services according to onboard computer **All tests conducted at sea level

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Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max 1.6TGDI
290T Executive AWD
A welcome update to a popular model in Chery’s Tiggo 7 line-up, the
Pro Max version adds a more powerful yet frugal engine, an improved
transmission and generous standard features

05
Price: R609 900 0–100 km/h: 8.66 seconds Top speed: 175 km/h Power: 145 kW Torque: 290 N.m CAR fuel index: 9,36 L/100 km CO2: 186 g/km

Chery has successfully addressed Overzealous active safety


some of the 1,5T Pro Max’ short- features aside, the latest
comings while undercutting some addition to Chery’s line-up
stiff competition is a polished product
Kyle Kock Siyavuya Mbaduli

U
pon its introduction to clutch transmission found in the roof and an uprated infotainment features is that it informs the
CAR readers in an October Tiggo 8. Two trim grades come with system featuring a larger dual- driver via the central TFT display
2022 road test, we said that the new powertrain: Distinction screen setup (two 12.3-inch when the vehicle ahead pulls
while the Tiggo 7 1.5T Executive and Executive. At the top of the screens instead of 10.25-inch away at the traffic light should
was quite accomplished in many pile sits the AWD model in the units) as well as Android Auto the Tiggo remain stationary for a
areas, its powertrain did not gain range-topping Executive trim and Apple CarPlay connectivity. bit too long. While it is reassuring
many plaudits. Chery has since featured here. In addition to the larger to know Chery is invested in such
addressed the matter (and the gap The Tiggo 7 Pro Max introduces screens, Chery’s sophisticated sophisticated safety technology,
between the 1.5 Tiggo 7 models several nice-to-have tech features Advanced Driving Assistance some of our testers were irritated
and Tiggo 8 Pro) by introducing over and above the Pro. There’s a System (ADAS) with driver with the driver monitoring system
the 7 Pro Max, featuring a more more powerful wireless charging monitoring is also present. It’s constantly, often without reason,
sophisticated 1.6 turbopetrol pad (50 W), an eight-speaker Sony something of a mixed bag. For issuing warnings about the driver
engine and seven speed dual- sound system, a panoramic sun- instance, one of the more useful being distracted.

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Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max 1.6 Haval H6 2.0 DIT 4WD Kia Sportage 1.6
TGDI 290 Executive AWD Super Luxury CRDi LX
A new halo car for The H6 is both easy It’s our resident Top 12
the Tiggo 7 model on the eye and boasts category champion for
range with all the a generous level of good reason. This
appropriate bells and standard specification. turbodiesel model is
whistles. Being more The Haval makes especially competitive
powerful and economical for a good foil to the against these rivals:
01 than its stablemates Tiggo 7 Pro Max at stylish, well equipped
makes it the pick of the roughly the same and featuring a punchy
Tiggo bunch. price point. turbodiesel power plant.
Externally, the Executive dual-clutch transmission is a
price: R609 900 price: R601 750 price: R655 995
AWD distinguishes itself from marked improvement on the CVT
cyl/capac: 4/1 598 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 967 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 598 cm3
the rest of the range by riding offered lower in the model range,
on 19-inch alloy wheels (there are with smooth gear shifts and quick power: 145 kW/5 900–6 100 r/min power: 150 kW/6 000 r/min power: 100 kW/4 000 r/min

18-inch items on the Distinction reactions to throttle inputs. torque: 290 N.m/1 750–4 000 r/min torque: 320 N.m/1 500 r/min torque: 320 N.m/2 000 r/min
and front-wheel-drive Executive). The slightly larger engine and
gears/drive: 9/4 gears/drive: 7/4 gears/drive: 7/F
Inside, the Executive specification more complicated transmission
0–100 km/h: 8.66 sec 0–100 km/h: N/A 0–100 km/h: 11.4 sec
incorporates such features as and drivetrain componentry to
driver’s-seat ventilation, lane- turn all four wheels means the top speed: 175 km/h top speed: N/A top speed: 180 km/h

change assist and a climate- Pro Max carries an 83 kg weight fuel index: 9.36 L/100 km/h fuel index: 10.00 L/100 km/h fuel index: 5.90 L/100 km/h
control system with a PM 2.5 penalty over its stablemates,
luggage capac: 280/1 040 L luggage capac: N/A luggage capac: 240/1 024 L
air-purifier module. though out on the test strip,
serv/maint plan: S5/60 000 km serv/maint plan: S5/60 000 km serv/maint plan: S6/90 000 km
Whether out on the open road that additional mass was barely
or stuck in gridlock traffic, the noticeable. The 0–100 km/h sprint USED OPTION [<2 years]
Tiggo 7 Pro Max is significantly was dispatched in 8.66 seconds, Volkswagen Tiguan 2,0 TSI Highline 4Motion Although the market is flooded with used
lighter on its wheels than its 1.7 seconds quicker than the Tiggo examples, this range-topper from two years ago is priced comparably to the new models
more affordable siblings. The 7 Pro we tested in 2022. In addition, listed here and it has plenty of poke.

02

01 Larger infotainment- and instrument


screens a welcome update. 02 Styling
is modern and upmarket. 03 Attractive
19-inch alloys are exclusive to this model.
04 The 1.6-litre turbopetrol is a willing
performer. 05 The cabin is tastefully
executed and solidly finished.

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overtaking acceleration from Gross frontal area: 2.84 m2 Weight: 1 557 kg Drag coefficient: N/A Seating: 5
80 to 120 km/h also revealed a 75 Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom:
significant improvement, from 795/878 mm 990/755 mm
100 280/1040 L
7.98 seconds to 6.21 seconds.
It is not only the performance 1 696 mm 1 850 mm

that impressed us. During its CHERY TIGGO 7 PRO MAX


tenure with CAR, the 7 Pro Max
1.6TGDI 290T
775 mm
saw an average fuel consumption
EXECUTIVE AWD 55% 45%

figure of 8.2 L/100 km, a notable 2 670 mm

improvement over the 7 Pro’s Built in China 4 513 mm

9.6 L/100 km showing. Width (excl. mirrors): 1 862 mm Track front/rear: 1 550/1 550 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg
SPECIFICATIONS
If there was an area in which
the 7 Pro Max came under some POWER & TORQUE ENGINE SPEED
ENGINE
criticism, it has to be the ride. It Cylinders: four, inline, transverse
Fuel supply: electronic direct fuel injection,
proved noticeably harder than
turbocharged, intercooled, petrol
what we previously experienced.
Bore/stroke: 77.0/85.8 mm
However, this is often par for the Cubic capacity: 1 598 cm3
course when introducing larger Compression ratio: 9.9 to 1
wheels with lower-profile tyres Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder

into the equation.


ENGINE OUTPUT
Max power ISO: 145 kW
TEST SUMMARY
Power peak/Red line:
With the introduction of the 5 900–6 100/6 250 r/min
PARTS PRICES*
7 Pro Max range to a highly Max torque: 290 N.m (Incl. VAT)
Left rear tyre: R5 973.00 Windscreen: R6 758.00

competitive SUV segment, Torque peak: 1 750–4 000 r/min

Chery is making sure there is TEST RESULTS


a variant available to suit all TRANSMISSION
Type: seven-speed dual-clutch automatic Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 24 °C/1 012 hPa Test car’s odometer: 1 333 km
budgets; the three specification
1st gear/2nd gear: 4.46/2.82 to 1
levels on offer span the R132 000
3rd gear/4th gear: 1.59/1.11 to 1 TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST
gap between the 7 Pro and T8 5th gear/6th gear: 0.85/0.77 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 175 km/h Best/worst stop: 2.95/3.18
Pro models. Top gear: 0.63 to 1 Average of 10 stops/rating: 3.06/good

With its competitive pricing, Reverse gear: 3.86 to 1 Average stopping distance: 41.23 m
SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed)
Final drive: 5.78 to 1 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds.
generous standard specification
Drive wheels: all 60 80 100 120
and marked improvements to the 58 77 96 115
Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability FUEL CONSUMPTION
powertrain setup, the 7 Pro Max control), hill start Odometer error: 0,49% under Fuel tank: 57 litres
will go a long way to addressing Est. tank range (fuel index): 609 km
some of the 7 Pro’s shortcomings. Taxable CO2 rating: 186 g/km
BRAKES ACCELERATION (sec)
The fact there’s now an all-wheel- Front: 262 mm ventilated discs Manufacturer’s figure
0–60 0–80 0–100 0–120 0–140
drive model in Chery’s local line- Rear: 239 mm solid discs
3.90 6.02 8.66 12.33 16.98 7.80
Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA L/100 km
up also means that those keen to
venture on to more rugged roads
WHEELS AND TYRES OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) CAR fuel index
will be a less loath to travel on
Tyre make: Cooper Evolution CTT 9.36
gravel with a Tiggo. AT
Tyre size: 225/55 R19 L/100 km
40–60 1.67
Spare – type and location: full-size alloy,
60–80 2.29
under boot board 80–100 2.64 Fuel route
100–120 3.57 8.20
120–140 4.75 L/100 km
STEERING
Type: rack and pinion, hydraulic
power assist Power/mass: 93 W/kg Power/litre: 91 kW/litre
Lock to lock: 2.6 turns Torque/litre: 181 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true PERFORMANCE
FACTORS
Turning circle diameter: 11.1 m 120 km/h in top gear): 3 271 r/min

SUSPENSION Airbags: front/side/curtain Air-con: dual-zone climate Audio system:


FEATURES
Front: independent, double wishbone, coil radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/voice control/Android Auto + Apple CarPlay
CHECKLIST
springs, anti-roll bar Cruise control: standard, adaptive Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard,
Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs incl. camera Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: electric, incl.
height Folding rear seat: 60:40 split Upholstery: leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear
Steering adjust: electric rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: standard
WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS
Wipers auto-on: standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: no
5-year/150 000 km warranty
A distinctive taillamp and four tail pipes on 5-year/60 000 km service plan
*Prices as recommended by manufacturer
Tiggo 7 present a sporty rear profile. Service every 15 000 km **All tests conducted at sea level

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NEW
ARRIVAL

To briefly recap our February over broken surfaces owing to


FORD PUMA 1.0 ECOBOOST road-test findings, in the wake its line-specific 18-inch rims and
ST-LINE VIGNALE 01
/04
of the EcoSport’s departure, the firmer suspension.
Puma is Ford’s sole compact Siya’s Eastern Cape road trip
Ford’s Puma showed great promise in a
crossover offering on our market, would certainly be a test of the
month of road trips and round-towning at least until the Territory (see latter. The province’s roads are
Drivers: Siyavuya Mbaduli & Gareth Dean p 38) lands here in the second notoriously possessed of scarred
quarter. Underpinned by Ford’s surfaces and potholes aplenty.
3 348 km 8.4 L/100 km Global B platform that formed Although severe road scars and
the foundations of the outgoing abrupt corrugations did make

+ Sharp styling, ideal dimensions for a compact crossover, involving handling Fiesta hatchback and powered by themselves known with a thud
Thirstier than expected about town, lack of driver’s-side footrest the company’s award-winning throughout the cabin, the Puma
92 kW/170 N.m 1.0-litre EcoBoost acquitted itself admirably on the
Let it never be said we here at month’s issue when the Desert turbopetrol three-cylinder, it open road. The 1.0-litre turbopetrol
CAR give the vehicles that end Island Blue ST-Line Vignale saw proved a stylish and entertaining never felt out of its depth on the
up in our long-term test fleet an its belly filled with unleaded and entrant to the hotly contested highway and, when overtaking
easy time of it, and Ford’s stylish its nose pointed towards the compact-crossover segment. Our slower traffic, proved impressively
Puma crossover is no exception. Eastern Cape for a 2 000-odd- only misgivings centred on a price refined at motorway speeds, with
Its engine had barely cooled down kilometre round trip as part of that sees it eyeballing some rather just a hint of three-pot snarl
after an impressive showing in a editorial intern Siya Mbaduli’s capable premium rivals and the accompanying dips of the throttle.
rigorous road test featured in last festive-season travels. ST-Line’s occasionally choppy ride Two of the Vignale’s model-specific

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features were particularly for unleaded. Siya’s consumption routes and lower average speeds deeply satisfying about this car’s
welcome on the open road. The figure for his round trip came to has seen that figure creep up mixture of Sync3 touchscreen
Bose audio system proved crisp 7.2 L/100 km – reasonable, but still to the 8.4 L/100 km mark. I also for the infotainment and good
and punchy, and one of the firmer some way off Ford’s 5.3-litre claim agreed with Siya’s opinion on old-fashioned physical dials and
lumbar massage functions out – while my time spent in driving the overall comfort and sound switches for most of the ancillary
there helped to keep the front scenarios involving more mixed ergonomics. There is something controls. Nevertheless, I found
occupants fresh. Things in the the lack of a driver’s-side footrest
back were a little less hospitable, to be a minor letdown.
owing to legroom that’s merely on Although the Puma has enjoyed
the adequate side. However, the plenty of action in its first month
boot’s two-tiered load-bay floor with us, there are still some neat
and minimal wheel-arch intrusion ‘easter egg’ features we’re keen
did a great job of accommodating to sample in the coming months.
holiday luggage. With the hot weather currently
Once it returned to Cape Town, gripping the Cape, outdoor
custodianship of the Puma passed parking has meant that I return
to deputy editor Gareth Dean and to a veritable toaster of a car at
it offered us a taste of the Ford’s times. Consequently, FordPass
town manners. From the outset, connectivity – with its ability to
it was apparent that the Puma’s remotely start the engine and
driving manners are pure Blue pre-cool the cabin among its
Oval; all those of us who have features – is something I’m keen
sampled any number of Ford’s to try. The other is the ‘Megabox’
non-SUV models can attest to a loading system, a stowage bin
satisfying ‘chunkiness’ and heft to 01 under the floor of the boot that,
the steering, which is allied with according to Ford, can accommo-
a supple chassis that frequently date items as large as golf bags in
make Fords so pleasurable to an upright position. While I’m no
drive. All were present and correct golfer, the load bay’s dimensions
in the Puma. and removable water-resistant
While I heartily concurred floor should prove ideal for trips
with Siya’s findings that the to the garden centre and stowing
02 03
EcoBoost unit punches well above damp beach gear.
its weight, during the couple of This is a promising start to the
01 The Puma returned 7.2 L/100 km on a 2 000 km round trip to the Eastern Cape. 02 Digital
weeks I’ve spent with the car, instrument panel is crisp and information rich. 03 ST-Line Vignale spec includes seats with Puma’s tenure at CAR … here’s to
I found it has a surprising thirst lumbar-massage feature. 04 Fiesta-based underpinnings make the Puma a nimble animal. the next two months!

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more than enough luggage space either the driver’s seat or via the
KIA CARNIVAL 2.2 CRDI for everything from clothes to key fob, which is handy when
EX+ 8-SEATER 05
/06
board games, beach regalia and you approach the vehicle with
even bicycles, which were packed your arms full of grocery bags.
Washed and vacuumed on its return from
almost without affecting rearward Another great plus is the
Performance Shootout, it was time to get the visibility from the driver’s seat. fact that the large second-row
Carnival prepared for a West Coast road trip. I’m pleased to report that I windows lower completely to
Driver: Ian McLaren have managed to lower the Kia’s enable maximum ventilation.
average fuel consumption to I also appreciate that even in
10 054 km 8.5 L/100 km 8.5 L/100 km, meaning that its this mid-tier trim, the three-zone
tank-to-tank range is now well climate control can be synced or

+ Versatility, configurable interior above 800 km. set according to the preferences
Nearly time to say goodbye The drive to our festive-season of the front passenger or those
holiday destination proved once seated in the back.
By now, I’ve become an expert with a table and individual drinks again what a capable cruiser the With one month remaining,
at removing and replacing this holders separating them. From Carnival is. Its torquey 2.2-litre there is a chance that we may
Kia’s second row of seating. It this vantage point, they each have turbodiesel engine and slick need to have the vehicle booked
is a slightly cumbersome affair access to roof-mounted air vents transmission allow for easy in for its scheduled 15 000 km
because of their individual weight and charging points (positioned overtaking when necessary. service before it is returned.
and, after some negotiation with on the sides of the front seats) Among the features I have This will provide CAR with the
my children, it was decided they for their mobile devices. really been appreciating of late opportunity to report on the
would once more face forwards With the third row of seats is the ability to open and close actual after-sales ownership
in the outer two seats of this row, folded flat behind them, there was the side doors and tailgate from experience.

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TECH FEATURE

INPUT SHAFT FROM ENGINE

C LU TC H

DRIVE PULLEY

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O U T P U T S H A FT TO
DIFFERENTIAL AND
DRIVEN WHEELS
Slip
‘n’
slide
It’s not our favourite,
but as a transmission
DRIVEN PULLEY solution, the continuously
variable transmission,
or CVT, continues to
find favour. Here’s
a reminder of how
this often-maligned,
though cost-effective
setup works.

A
s an impressively refined and
sophisticated package, one of the
noteworthy features that we like
about the Lexus 500h tested on page 68 of
this issue is the incorporation of a six-speed
torque-converter automatic transmission
within this vehicle’s hybrid powertrain. In
other derivatives, including the 350h, Lexus
has defaulted to the use of a continuously
variable transmission (CVT), a popular
C V T M E T A L B E LT transmission solution among many other
brands from the Far East, including Honda,
Mitsubishi, Subaru and, more recently, Chery.
Some of the reasons for the broadly negative
press linked with CVTs include the so-called
‘rubber-band effect’ that it has on straight-
line performance, as well as the audible
drone associated with hard acceleration.
So, why does it remain so popular?

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A B R I E F H I STO RY O F T H E C V T multiplication, which a vehicle requires


From a refinement point of view, the to pull away or negotiate a gradient. Simply
01–02 the CVT can provide
setup has significantly improved in recent put, you need at least one gear ratio for pull-
infinite gearing steps between
years. It is said that the idea of a seamless, away and one significantly different ratio to the low- and high ratio, as
infinitely adjustable transmission ratio maintain cruising speeds. depicted in the graphic below.
03 Subaru’s version of the CVT,
was conceptualised by Leonardo da Vinci The most common solution is to incor- known as Lineartronic.
in the 1490s. Daimler was the first to patent porate a set of fixed gear ratios within a
a friction-based belt CVT, still popular in transmission. This can be actuated by the
modern scooters, in 1886 before Subaru driver shifting gears manually as speeds
introduced the first electronically controlled increase or, in the modern world, through a then fall as the next gear ratio is selected. This
CVT in its 1987 Justy. torque-converter transmission, where the process repeats itself for every incremental
action of gaining momentum through torque gear ratio. For context, consider the gearset
W H Y A N A U TO M O B I L E multiplication of the engine output happens on a bicycle: each upshift through the gears
N E E DS G E A R S automatically according to the movement of alters the contact radius of the chain between
An internal combustion engine has a fairly the throttle pedal. the crank connected to the pedals and the gear
narrow speed range, unsuitable for powering For a vehicle to accelerate when a fixed ratio cluster on the rear-wheel axle. These ratios are
a vehicle from a standstill to maximum is engaged, the engine speed must increase. fixed according to the size of each cog.
velocity. There is also the issue of torque The engine revs rise when accelerating and In a CVT, there are no discernible steps
(though some brands choose to include
artificial ones to emulate a torque-converter
setup) and the ratio between the output
L O W R AT I O – 1 S T G E A R shaft of the engine and the input shaft of the
differential – which is connected to the driven
wheels – can vary infinitely between the

Input minimum and maximum ratio. In this type of


Drive
from transmission, it is possible to keep the engine
radius
engine speed fixed (hence the drone) during vehicle
acceleration, allowing the CVT to continuously
Output to alter the ratio as the vehicle gains momentum.
wheels via
differential Driven H OW A C V T WO R KS
radius The principal idea of a belt-driven CVT is to
change the contact radius of the belt between

01 the drive and driven pulley to subsequently


alter the torque and speed-multiplication
factor accordingly. The distance between
the conical sides of the pulleys is adjustable
and allows the belt (which can be either
metal or rubber) to slide up and down on the
H I G H R AT I O – TO P G E A R pulley sides, increasing or decreasing the
radius of contact. Because the belt length is
fixed, a movement on one side of the drive
Drive pulley automatically results in an opposite
Input
radius movement in the driven pulley on the other.
from
The CVT ratio can be any ratio between the
engine
lowest and highest ratio position, as depicted
Output to in the graphic to the left.
wheels via In an electronically controlled CVT, the
differential movement of the pulleys is calibrated by
Driven transmission engineers to meet torque- and
radius speed demands. The metal-belt CVT normally

02 operates in an oil bath to help with lubrication


and to remove heat build-up owing to friction;
hydraulic pressure between the pulley sides
and the belt largely negates slip.

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03
Compactness: These units generally occupy
less space within a drivetrain setup than other
transmission solutions, optimising packaging
and often saving weight.
Fewer moving parts: In terms of its inner
workings, a CVT is less complex than a
standard gearbox, ultimately saving on
costs in the production process.
Keep it simple: Because the internal
combustion engine can run at a fixed speed,
it can be tuned to work efficiently only in a
narrow operating range. This negates the need
for technologies such as variable valve timing
and variable intake runner length, as it is not
necessary to supply an optimised torque curve
across the entire engine-speed range. This
does come into play once ‘artificial gears’ are
introduced, though.
Efficiency: Although a CVT is less efficient
in transferring power than a manual trans-
mission owing to belt slippage and heat
generation, the engine runs at optimal speed
at all times, usually around peak torque for
efficiency and peak power for performance.
This can swing overall efficiency in the favour
of a CVT.
Smooth driveability: While many modern
dual-clutch transmissions offer near-
seamless downshifts, none can replicate
the slick workings of a CVT.
C V T M E T A L B E LT

CONS OF A CVT
Slippage: There will inevitably be some
percentage of slip between the belt and the
pulley, resulting in heat generation and a
loss of efficiency.
Driving experience: It depends heavily on
the calibration of the CVT, but the drone and
absence of actual gear shifts, up or down, can
be seen as detrimental to enthusiastic driving.

Artificial gears negate any efficiency gains: S O, W H Y I S T H E C V T ST I L L


To offer a better driving experience, engineers S O P R E VA L E N T ?
CVTs keep the can pre-programme so-called ‘virtual gears’ In theory, a CVT is the ideal transmission.
that replicate the sensation of an actual gear While its benefits and application mostly
engine running shift by moving the pulley in steps as opposed outweigh any negative connotations and
to in a seamless action. However, this negates drawbacks, it can affect the level of driver
at optimal speed, the efficiency gains achieved by running the engagement. The type of transmission fitted
engine at a fixed speed. to your car will either be of little consequence
improving overall Torque limitations: As CVTs rely on friction in terms of your daily commute, or irk you to
to transmit power, they struggle to cope the point of resale. CVTs usually fit the driving
efficiency with high-torque applications. Consequently, style of a conservative driver and make sense
CVTs are generally reserved for small-capacity in an urban environment, where stop-start
engines with lower torque outputs. traffic congestion is the norm.

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Carlos Sainz
clinched his
fourth Dakar Rally
title, with a fourth
manufacturer, in
a historic maiden
victory for Audi

By: Kyle Kock

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joking at the end about a follow-up race


on asphalt.
After Sainz Jr was signed to the Renault
F1 team, a promotional video was released
that featured both men, this time coaching
Mark Webber and David Coulthard in Clio RS
rally cars before the two F1 alumni were to
do battle on the Sainz ranch. What was
immediately apparent afterwards was that
although Carlos Jr’s career was built on his
prowess around circuits, he was equally at
home on dirt. His father is a World Rally
Champion after all.
Affectionately known as ‘El Matador’ to
fans the world over, the 61-year-old held
the WRC drivers’ title in 1990 and 1992,
along with four runner-up finishes and
contributions to the constructors’ titles of
Lancia, Subaru, Ford, Citroën and Toyota.
This portfolio, although very impressive,
is perhaps not his greatest achievement.
His string of fast, consistent and calculated
performances in the Dakar Rally for the past
two decades are arguably more eyebrow
raising. Most recently he claimed his fourth

01 Dakar crown and became the oldest driver


to take overall victory.
Junior and Senior would speak and
strategise before and after each stage,
which contributed to Carlos Sr’s most
dominant Dakar performance ever.
01 The might of Audi on full display at

M
otorsport fans might recall a video
an overnight bivouac – a team of
on YouTube a few years back in FOUR RINGS TO RULE THEM ALL
mechanics working on the RS Q e tron.
which the young F1 prospect Carlos 02 While the fastest drivers might Audi’s drive for motorsport dominance
Sainz Jr – who was signed with Red Bull’s reach the end of a special stage early, is relentless. Starting with a loophole in
many will come in only when the sun is
junior outfit Toro Rosso – was pitted against the World Rally Championship’s Group B
setting. 03 A pioneer for electric
his father, WRC legend Carlos Sainz. The racecars, the Audi RS Q e-tron. ruleset, the introduction of the quattro all-
Red Bull film crew had visited the Sainz 04 Is this the start of another period wheel-drive system would change rallying
of Audi dominance?
family ranch just outside Madrid and the forever and many competitive rally cars
younger Carlos was set to show up his dad since have been all-wheel drive.
in buggies on an off-road course on the Before Group B was abolished, the
estate. The old man won, with the two company had set its sights on the Pikes

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FOUR WINS

2010 – Argentina, Chile


(Volkswagen Race Touareg 2)

04 Buoyed by Volkswagen teammate Giniel


de Villiers’ triumph the previous year, El Matador
would guide the same Race Touareg 2 the
South African raced the previous year to overall
honours in 2010, his first victory at the most
challenging rally raid in the world. It was one of
Peak Hill Climb in Colorado, setting a course motorsport began at the 1999 24 Hours of the closest results in Dakar history. Sainz finished
record with Michèle Mouton driving the Le Mans, in which the R8R made the podium just 2 minutes 12 seconds ahead of teammate
Sport Quattro in 1985. At the end of the 1986 on debut. Audi would stamp its authority Nasser Al-Attiyah. It was also the first time Sainz
WRC season, with no place for the Sport on the event, winning 13 times from 2000 to partnered with compatriot co-driver Lucas Cruz,
Quattro S1 E2 to compete, Pikes Peak would a relationship that continues to this day.
2014, and paved the way for diesel racecars
once again be the company’s target for 1987, when the R10 TDI won on debut in 2006, and
2018 – Argentina, Bolivia, Peru
this time with Walter Röhrl at the wheel. for hybrid racecars with the R18 TDI Ultra. (Peugeot 3008 DKR Maxi)
After a brief foray into the American It came as no surprise that Audi’s effort Sainz started slow in 2018 behind the wheel of
TransAm series in 1988 (after which the at Dakar would be a pioneering one, as the the Peugeot 3008, but found form from stage 3
Audi 200 was banned for being too fast), organisers Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) onwards. Third on the 3rd stage, second the 4th
Audi took on the IMSA GT series with the teamed up with world motorsport governing stage and first on the 5th and 6th stages, King
Carlos controlled the event from stage 7 onwards
90 GTO in 1989 before returning home body FIA to introduce a new T1-E category,
and finished the Dakar 43 minutes ahead of
to race in the original DTM (Deutsche created to promote vehicles using alternative
Toyota Gazoo Racing’s Al-Attiyah. After three
Tourenwagen Meisterschaft). The team energies. Audi Sport immediately announced consecutive victories at Dakar, Peugeot shut
secured wins in 1991 and 1992 before it would contest the Dakar from 2022 onward, down its Rally Raid programme.
focusing its efforts on the increasingly with a formidable driver line-up comprising
popular SuperTouring formula in 1993, three-time winner Carlos Sainz, 14-time 2020 – Saudi Arabia
famously winning the 1996 British Touring winner Frenchman Stéphane Peterhansel, (Mini John Cooper Works Buggy)
The first time the Dakar Rally would be held
Car Championship with the quattro- and Swedish former World Rallycross and
on the Asian content, and the first time in 20
equipped A4. DTM champion Mattias Ekström.
years that a former F1 driver would enter Dakar
Audi’s most significant successes in After a promising debut at Dakar in (Jacky Ickx won Dakar with a Mercedes-Benz
G-Class in 1983 and finished 18th in a Mitsubishi
Pajero in 2000) in the form of free agent Fernando
Alonso, who signed with Toyota Gazoo Racing.
Four stage victories was enough to secure victory
for Sainz, this time 6 minutes 21 seconds ahead
of Al-Attiyah.

2024 – Saudi Arabia


(Audi RS Q e tron)
Sainz was on pace early, keeping the e tron
consistently in the top 10. The choice to sacrifice
time going into the 48-hour Chrono stage and
prioritise getting the navigation correct proved
instrumental. By staying within shooting range,
while those ahead made costly mistakes, the
wily Spaniard catapulted himself to the top of
the standings, winning by 1 hour 20 minutes.

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FEMMES
FATALES
This year’s event was only the second time a
woman claimed top honours in a category.
German Jutta Kleinschmidt topped the car
class in a Pajero in 2001 and kicked off 01
Mitsubishi-Ralliart’s dominant decade, in which
they scored seven consecutive wins.
Twenty-three years later, the T3 Challenger
category would be taken by Spaniard Cristina
Gutiérrez in a Taurus T3 Max. The category was
initially dominated by Polish teenager Eryk 2022 for the partially electric RS Q e-tron, in one of the eight bivouacs along the route
Goczał, who won the prologue and took four which they won four stages (two by Sainz at 16:00 Saudi time after part 1 of stage 6,
stage wins during the first week of racing, and one apiece by Peterhansel and Ekström) with no communication and support from
but Goczał and his uncle Michał were both Audi started strong at the 2023 event as their teams, it wasn’t only ultimate pace
disqualified after stage 6 when it was discovered
Ekström and Sainz were the fastest finishers that determined the stage finish, but rather
their carbon clutches did not meet regulations.
on the first two stages, but bad crashes for a cool head.
The second half of Dakar 2024 would be
American Mitch Guthrie Jr’s time to shine, taking Peterhansel (stage 6) and Sainz (6 and 9) left In the end, despite not winning a single
six straight stage wins. Unfortunately for Guthrie, the Swede facing the competition alone and stage this year, overall honours went to
it all came crashing down right at the very end. he finished 14th overall. Sainz, whose consistency allowed him
Despite carefully nursing his overall lead and to command the lead by the end of that
starting stage 12 with a 25-minute lead, the GLORY IN 2024 crucial sixth stage.
American suffered turbo- and transmission
With an especially disappointing previous “I’m proud, relieved and especially happy
issues that cost him more than an hour on the
outing at Dakar, this year’s event was obviously for what he has achieved, it’s
final day. This handed the win to Gutiérrez, who
consistently scored podium finishes on each a crucial one for Team Audi Sport as incredible. At his age, and with this project
stage to go with one stage win. expectations for the team’s potential that was his dream, he made it happen,”
“I always tried to fight until the finish. We didn’t foray into F1 continued to grow. said Carlos Jr.
know what had happened until the last kilometre. Ekström and Peterhansel once again “The result of the payback for long and
We pushed a lot on this stage because I knew started off strong, with wins at the prologue hard work. Especially last year, it was a very
that 25 minutes is a lot, but if something happens
and stage 2, respectively. However, it tough experience for us all. It’s one of the
behind you, you never know. When I got to the
was El Matador who proved the ultimate most complex [forms] of racing that we’ve
finish, I didn’t know what had happened, but I’m
very glad and proud of the team and happy with tactician. He opted to start the 48-hour ever done. Carlos is a legend. I could learn
the car,” said Gutiérrez. marathon on stage 6, with plenty of tracks so many things from him and I think all
to follow. the team could do the same. It’s really an
With competitors forced to camp at honour for me and all the team to work

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with him,” added Audi Sport managing
director Rolf Michl. WINNINGEST DRIVER
“To be here at my age and to stay at
the level, you need to do a lot of work WITHOUT A WIN
beforehand. It doesn’t just come like that. It
shows that when you work hard, normally
Nine-time World Rally Champion Sébastien Loeb
it pays off. It’s not enough to be young, you competed in his eighth Dakar and, despite winning five
have to prove yourself,” concluded Sainz. stages, only managed third overall owing to constant
punctures and mechanical issues. The Frenchman holds
SOUTH AFRICAN EFFORTS the unenviable record of the most total stage wins at
In the Rally 2 category of the Bike Dakar – 28 – without an overall win. Loeb’s penalty
gamble for the 48-hour Chrono ultimately didn’t pay off.
race, Bradley Cox, son of South African
“I think our chances against Audi were quite small,
motorsport legend Alfie Cox, put in a
when you see the stages we had and they were driving
massive effort. Tipped as one to watch three cars together and so on. We tried but we lost
at Dakar, the 25-year-old led his class second place and we are third, but finally we are at the
early on in this year’s race and fought finishing line, so it’s not too bad,” Loeb said.
his way to a very respectable third in
Rally 2, placing him 13th overall.
After his impressive 2023 win in the
Original by Motul class, in which riders
Teenage Saood Variawa finished 16th
are unassisted, Charan Moore would finish overall after stage 1 but dropped out of
overall in the car standings.
Rally 2 this year in ninth place overall and serious contention shortly thereafter,
The Ford M-Sport Ranger team of
21st in the bike standings. Stuart Gregory while Baragwanath was second fastest
Gareth Woolridge and Boyd Dreyer
finished 62nd overall, with Michael Doherty overall on stage 10.
managed 28th in the T1+ Class. Driving
pulling out after stage 2. the latest version of the Century Racing In the Classic category, Katherine
Defending Champions Toyota Gazoo CR, Brian Baragwanath and Leonard Lovemore and co-driver Stephen
Racing had a fleet of Hiluxes contesting Cremer finished 24th in class. Lovemore managed to bring their
the T1+ category and looking for an overall Starting the 2024 Dakar strong, Toyota Land Cruiser 80 home in 48th
win. South Africans Guy Botterill and co- De Villiers was running as high as third position, not too far ahead of Adriaan
driver Brett Cummings finished fifth in and Riaan Botma. With Botma Jr as
class, ahead of compatriots Giniel de the driver and his father as co-driver,
Villiers and Dennis Murphy. the pair finished 53rd in class.

01 South Africans Guy Botterill and


Brett Cummings finished in an
impressive sixth place overall.
02 Sébastien Loeb stuck on the side of
the road yet again. 03 South Africans
Gareth Woolridge and Boyd Dreyer in a
baptism of fire at Dakar 2024.

02 03

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OUR RATIONALE Honda Jazz 1.4


4/5 seats, 288/1 200 L 4 airbags, ABS, EBD
After we covered a few student super compacts last R6 144 February 2009 (1.4i LX)
month, we decided to take a small step up in size.
Cars that can accommodate four adults and a few
shopping bags at a squeeze are fine for some, but they
leave little for any other roles. Speaking of size, we
recall in the previous decade, larger cars and SUVs
tended to draw all the attention. Part of this trend
seems to have shifted back to the small cars that can
run on a sniff of an oily rag. They are also typically
built on crossover platforms, which lend themselves to
designs that make entry and exit easier, and provide
improved visibility thanks to their elevated ride height.
Looking at how SUVs and bakkies have grown in recent
years, it seems many vehicles are either very small or
0–100 km/h: 11.55 seconds Top speed: 190 km/h Power: 73 kW
super large.
Torque: 127 N.m Fuel consumption: 7.00 L/100 km
Numerous aspects of life involve compromise, and
so it is with several vehicle choices. The flip side to
downsizing is limited space: seating for four rather With the name change from Jazz to Fit, Honda’s versatile hatch may
than five and minimal luggage space. This does not have fallen off many potential purchasers’ radars. In the past, the
suit everyone, especially in our country with its wide Jazz was a super-popular choice, winning favour partly owing to
open spaces and weather that is conducive to outdoor Honda’s reputation for bulletproof reliability and brilliant interior
activities. A little extra space often comes in handy packaging that allows the rear seats to fold into the floor thanks
even if you have no real need for an SUV. to the fuel tank that moved to under the front seats, freeing up
On the other hand, having all your boot space taken underfloor space. While the boot initially appears to be of average
up by a spare wheel is not ideal. If you think this is not size, there is more space under the rear seats. This is evident once
possible, take a look at this full-size alloy spare half- you fold the rear seat backrest, revealing station-wagon-rivalling
filling the boot of a VW Arteon. Okay, let’s look at a volumes of luggage capacity. In 2008, an upgraded Jazz was
few ‘reasonably sized’ boots. introduced that ushered in a conventional automatic gearbox
option to replace the previous CVT. Changes were not substantial
with the new model. Two similar engine options were available: a
1.4-litre with 73 kW and a 1.5-litre developing 88 kW. A service plan
was included, spanning four years and 60 000 km. Instrumentation is
rather fussy but looks quite modern. Ride quality is a bit choppy and
does not quite match the Polo
Vivo’s but this shouldn’t detract
FOR SALE
too much from its ability as an
everyday runabout. The spec
level is decent for a car of its age,
with standard remote central
locking, audio, air-con, fog lamps
and a multifunction steering
wheel. The engines are reliable, Honda Jazz 1.5i EX
using camchains so replacements 2011, yellow, 233 000 km,
are not required. R124 900

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CASE STUDY: OLDER TRANSPORT
WITH SENSIBLE LUGGAGE SPACE
FOR LESS THAN R125 000
space safety & aids cost of 4 tyres road test long-term test

VW Polo Vivo 1.4 Toyota Yaris Zen3 4-door


5 seats, 232/848 L 2 airbags, optional ABS, EBD 4/5 seats, 336/896 L (sedan) 2–7 airbags, ABS, EBD
R5 676 June 2010 (1.4) R7 272 November 2012 (1.3 Xs)

0–100 km/h: 13.22 seconds Top speed: 171 km/h Power: 55 kW 0–100 km/h: 11.91 seconds Top speed: 175 km/h Power: 73 kW
Torque: 132 N.m Fuel consumption: 7.4 L/100 km Torque: 125 N.m Fuel consumption: 6.72 L/100 km

It was a sensible choice by Volkswagen to retain production of the Released at a time when Tazzes were still being sold and the RunX
previous-generation Polo when the new model was introduced was already extremely popular, the Yaris offered a modernised
and commanded a premium price. It gave many the chance to design with crossover proportions.
experience a quality compact car for less outlay than the latest As expected from Toyota, this is a reliable challenger to the others,
model. Both the new Polo and the Vivo were launched in 2010. but the boot design of the hatch is poor and accommodates just
The latest 1.4 Polo costs 43% more than the 1.4 Polo Vivo, 136 litres of luggage as per our testing. The rear seats can move
cementing the future of the range that effectively replaced the aged forwards slightly but there is wasted space under the boot board
CitiGolf. Luggage space is adequate but not nearly up to the Jazz before you reach the spare wheel. The sedan rectifies this with 336
standard, while fuel economy is on a par with many rivals. Resale litres, plus the advantage of folding rear seats. At the time, the
values are much more reasonable than with the new Polo, and 2011 Yaris wore a premium-place price tag, so in 2010, Toyota released the
or 2012 models can be found within the budget, compared to older Yaris Zen, which offered keener pricing to boost sales. The engine
cars for the other two. Maintenance plans were optional back then line-up here comprised 1.0- or 1.3-litre offerings. A quick glance in the
to keep the purchase price down. In fact, the list price was artificially classifieds shows that some 2010- to 2013 examples can be had for
low since features such as air-con, an audio system, alloy wheels, between R85 000 and R140 000. Look for the Zen3 with the four-
metallic paint and electric windows were all on the options list. cylinder 1.3-litre engine, instead of the Zen1 with its 1.0-litre, three-
There’s a good chance that most Vivos on offer will have at least cylinder engine that delivers just 51 kW.
some of these options fitted, so The fuel economy of these
remember to check just which, cars is very satisfactory. The
FOR SALE FOR SALE
so as not to be disappointed. automatic uses only slightly
In terms of maintenance, just more than the manual models.
remember to renew the cambelt Service intervals are 15 000 km
every four years (or 120 000 km and make sure you do not
if you do lots of driving). When it miss one as clean oil is vital
comes to engine malfunctions, to maintain that reliability.
the prime suspects will usually VW Polo Vivo 1.4 Trendline Do not be concerned about Toyota Yaris Zen3 sedan
include failing coil packs or the 2010, white, 182 000 km, cambelt breakages – all the 2011, red, 235 000 km,
Lambda sensor. R99 900 engines use camchains. R89 950

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Ford Cortina series 4 and 5 (1977–1984)


The end of a substantial line
By: Peter Palm PeterPalm12

Model: Cortina 1.6 GL 0–100 km/h: 13.7 seconds Top speed: 154 km/h Fuel index: 7.97 L/100 km (at 100 km/h)
Price: R6 875 CAR test: February 1981 (seven others from 1977 to 1983)

of the Escort and a brand new car MK4 and 5 styling lost the coke- kicked off with an underpowered
with an aerodynamic but rather bottle lines, the lighting was all 1.3-litre developing 47 kW and
ungainly frame called the Sierra. rectangular and the body retained a 1.6-litre with 63 kW. This was
With the demise of the Cortina, the standard three-box design followed by the 72 kW 2.0-litre
motoring history had completed style. Both interior space and boot OHC. We will leave the 3.0-litre V6
another chapter. capacity were impressive, as was versions for a concluding article

T
his was the swansong for the level of overall comfort. Top- on the brand that was Cortina.
the car named after an PACKAGING spec Ghia versions included alloy Throughout both series, the
Italian town in the Alps Some minor detailing aside, the wheels, air conditioning, a radio/ transmission options comprised
called Cortina d’Ampezzo. Series 4 was basically the same as tape deck, and tinted glass. a four-speed manual and a three-
It grew in size, like many of its the series 5. Perhaps the writing speed automatic. Final drive
ilk, until it resembled the larger was on the wall, especially since POWERTRAIN ratios grew taller as the power
Granada. Then it was time for the Sierra project had first been A wide range of models was increased to make use of the
something smaller in the shape initiated as far back as 1976. The offered; the engine line-up higher torque and to drop the

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engine speeds. All engines larger any power assistance, while the Ghia for some extra luxury. Used
INTERESTING
FACTS than the 1.3-litres were fed via braking system featured discs up in the Pinto as well as the older
twin-choke Weber carbs. front and servo-assisted drums Escort RS2000, these engines were
It is usual for cheaper at the rear. long-lasting, robust units.
cars in any range to SUSPENSION AND STEERING Unusually, both the block and
sell better than the At last, we can report a change in WHICH ONE TO GET the head still used heavy cast
somewhat overpriced design. The MK 5 switched from The rarest of all these may be the iron instead of aluminium. Unlike
models that sport trailing-link rear suspension to low-selling 1.3-litre versions but older bakkies – which tend to be
extra features at a hefty
a five-link setup. This improved then, everyone wants the sporty, driven into the ground and then
price premium. This is
handling and kept the wheels powerful models, so they will scrapped – there seem to be more
not the case with the
perpendicular while moving. always command higher prices. good-condition Cortina bakkies
Cortinas. Motorists knew
The steering used a rack-and- If you don’t need a V6, then the than saloons around. If you do
what they needed. When
pinion arrangement without best bet would be the 2.0-litre find one of these, best to not treat
offered an entry-level
Cortina with a 1.3-litre it too much like a workhorse as it

engine delivering will still turn heads and be sought


44 kW, they laughed. after in years to come. In terms
Sales of this model, even of parts availability, the Kent
in the best-selling year, engines are your best bet and
were a measly 352 units. Weber carbs are easy to source.
Compare this with 5 749 The biggest challenge lies with
units of the 1.6-litre sourcing body parts.
models and 7 814 of the
2.0-litre GL and Ghia. AVAILABILITY AND PRICES
In terms of performance,
There are always a few Cortinas
the 2.0-litre accelerated
available, especially the ever-
from 0 to 100 km/h in
popular bakkies. Prices vary from
12.8 seconds, the 1.6 01
R10 000 to R200 000 depending on
in 13.7 and the 1.3-litre
rarity, engine and condition. Parts
in 20.4 seconds. The
are not difficult to find, given time.
1.3’s top speed was a
modest 138 km/h with Maintenance is as straightforward
the engine spinning at as you are likely to get with any
just over 5 000 r/min classic except maybe the MGs.
and the speedometer These cars are so popular today,
reading 144 km/h. there are different clubs for each
of the series.

01 Straightforward interior of a 1.3-litre.


02 There was a variety of engine size options, SPOTTED
and this 2.0-litre was the most popular. IN THE CLASSIFIEDS
03 Large boot capacity is typical of the three-
02
box sedans of the time.

Ford Cortina 1.6


1983, green,
R33 000

Ford Cortina 1.6


1978, white, 200 000 km,
03
R20 000
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as well as whether the vehicle has F= front, The symbols used are S = standard,
Notes R = rear or 4 = four-wheel drive. In addition, O = optional. Otherwise the feature is not
x2 = high and low range and 2-4 = a part- available.
y The PRICES shown are the latest available time 4WD. For example, 5x2/2-4 refers to 5 y Under CO2 we list the manufacturer’s official
at the time of going to press. Our deadline speeds plus dual range and selectable 4WD. claimed carbon dioxide emissions figure in
occurred on 23 January 2024. Readers Le refers to low range electric. g/km. A dash implies that these values were
should check with a dealer before making y The symbols used for TRANS are: not available at the time of going to press.
a decision. M = any transmission with a foot-operated y The last column lists the road test date
y The HP payment calculations are based on clutch; A = any transmission without a foot- when applicable. Copies of these road tests
a 10% deposit, current prime interest rate @ operated clutch. On many such gearboxes are available. Email car@ramsaymedia.co.za
11.75% and a 5-year (60-month) repayment there is often a manual change option; for details.
period, with no residual value at the end. V = CVT auto transmission. This has an
y Under ENGINE we list the number of infinite range of ratios, but usually allows
cylinders and the cubic capacity in cm .3
the driver to also shift manually; PRICES ARE CORRECT
Here, V = V-shaped engine layout; AM = automated manual; DC = dual-clutch AS AT 23 JANUARY 2024
H = horizontally-opposed engine layout; automated transmission; E = electric drive. Please note some of these prices may have
been updated in our road tests, which were
The absence of an initial symbol implies an y 0–100 km/h is the quickest time our
signed off later.
in-line engine layout. testers were able achieve on a level road
y FUEL SUPPLY abbreviations are with a full tank of fuel and one passenger.
P = petrol-engined; D = diesel-engined; If we haven’t tested a particular model it is THE CAR GUIDE SHOWS:
1. All models currently available on the South
T = turbocharged, a compressor driven the manufacturer’s claimed figure.
African market, listed by manufacturer.
by exhaust gases; S = supercharged, a y MAX SPEED is the vehicle’s 2. We also list the models in five separate
compressor driven by the engine; manufacturer’s claim. categories in price order.
P/H = petrol-hybrid and E = electric. y FUEL CONSUMP is CAR’s fuel index given 3. There are two horizontal strips
y POWER lists the maximum power in in litres/100 km. This is calculated from a associated with each range of models.
The first one lists common features and
kiloWatts at the relevant engine revolutions combination of the manufacturer’s figures,
the second one enumerates good and bad
per minute. our road test figures and a multiplying features, some replacement dates and
y POWER/MASS is given in Watts per factor realising a real-world figure that possible rival choices.
kilogram of vehicle mass. We only show most motorists should be able to achieve.
this figure for the models we have tested If we haven’t tested that particular model
because we weigh every test car. it is an estimate. NOTE: These estimates
y TORQUE lists the maximum torque in are reviewed from time to time as more
Newton metres at the lowest relevant information becomes available.
engine revolutions per minute. Note that y Under AIRBAGS we list the number of
many modern engines develop maximum airbags fitted as standard.
torque over a range of revolutions. y The next six columns are self-explanatory,
y Under GEARS we list the number of ratios and refer to possible additional equipment.

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Abarth www.fiat.co.za Telephone: 010 252 5000 Dealers: 35
500 695 3-door Hatch / 2-door Convertible • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 35 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Fun to drive. Bad: Toyota GR Yaris is more exciting. Our choice: 500 695 competizione 1.4T. Replacement due: 695 competizione added. Also look at: For hatch: MINI Hatch 3-door, Toyota GR Yaris. For Cabriolet: MINI Convertible
500 695 competizione 1.4T 579 900 11 650 4/1368 P-T 125/5500 - 250/3000 5/F M 7.3 218 7.2 7 S - - S S S 139 -
500 695 competizione 1.4T auto 599 900 12 050 4/1368 P-T 125/5500 - 250/3000 5/F AM 7.4 218 7.0 7 S - - S S S 134 -
500 695 competizione 1.4T Cabriolet 609 900 12 250 4/1368 P-T 125/5500 - 250/3000 5/F M 7.3 218 7.2 7 S - - S S S 139 -
500 695 competizione 1.4T Cabriolet auto 629 900 12 640 4/1368 P-T 125/5500 - 250/3000 5/F AM 7.4 218 7.0 7 S - - S S S 134 -

Alfa Romeo www.alfaromeo.co.za Telephone: 010 252 5000 Dealers: 20


Giulia 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres • Boot: 256 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The Quadrifoglio features an engine based on a Ferrari’s V8. Bad: Interior trim and quality a slight letdown. Our choice: Quadrifoglio. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: Audi A4 / S4, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Lexus IS. For Quadrifoglio: BMW
M3 competition, Maserati Ghibli. Long-term test: Aug 2018 (Giulia 2.0T Super)
Giulia Quadrifoglio 1 823 900 36 410 V6/2891 P-T 375/6500 219 600/2500 8/R A 4.15 307 9.8 6 S S S S S S 189 Apr 17

Stelvio 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 64 litres • Boot: 368/1000 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Styling. Bad: Elements of the interior. Our choice: Veloce Q4. Replacement due: Facelifted Veloce (Quadrifoglio facelift due). Also look at: Audi Q5 / SQ5, BMW X3 / X5, Jaguar F-Pace, Lexus RX, Maserati Grecale / Levante, Mercedes GLC / GLE, Porsche Macan / Cayenne
Stelvio 2.0T Veloce Q4 1 217 900 24 350 4/1995 P-T 206/5250 - 400/2250 8/4 A 5.7 230 6.8 6 S S S S S S 161 -
Stelvio Quadrifoglio Q4 1 956 900 39 060 V6/2891 P-T 375/6500 198 600/2500 8/4 A 4.13 283 10.8 6 S S S S S S 210 May 20

Tonale 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Undoubtedly the sexiest SUV in its segment. Bad: Engine a tad breathless. Our choice: Ti. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi Q2 / Q3, BMW X1 / X2, Lexus UX, Mercedes GLA, MINI Countryman, Volvo XC40
Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Ti 787 900 15 790 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 - 240/1500 7/F DC 8.8 210 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 -
Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Speciale 848 900 17 000 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 - 240/1500 7/F DC 8.8 210 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 -
Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Veloce 868 900 17 400 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 - 240/1500 7/F DC 8.8 210 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 -

Aston Martin sandton.astonmartindealers.com capetown.astonmartindealers.com Telephone: 011 301 7100 021 425 2007 Dealers: 2
DB12 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 78 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Probably the best GT on the planet. Bad: We need to get our hands on one to decide. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Bentley Continental GT / GTC, Ferrari 296, Maserati MC20
DB12 Coupé POA POA V8/3982 P-T 494/6000 - 800/2750 8/R A 3.6 325 14.6 8 S S S S S S 278 -
DB12 Volante POA POA V8/3982 P-T 494/6000 - 800/2750 8/R A 3.7 325 14.6 6 S S S S S S 276 -

DBX 5-door SUV • Fuel tank: 85 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Exterior design. Bad: There are sportier alternatives. Our choice: 707. Replacement due: 707 model added. Also look at: Bentley Bentayga, BMW XM, Ferrari Purosangue, Lamborghini Urus, Porsche Cayenne, Rolls-Royce Cullinan
DBX POA POA V8/3982 P-T 405/6500 - 700/2200 9/4 A 4.5 291 15.2 7 S S S S S S 289 Jan 22
DBX707 POA POA V8/3982 P-T 520/6000 - 900/2750 9/4 A 3.3 310 16.2 7 S S S S S S 309 -

Vantage 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 73 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Much-needed new model with exciting styling and AMG-sourced engine. Bad: Untested at this stage. Our choice: Coupé auto. Replacement due: F1 Edition added. Also look at: Ferrari 296 / Roma, Lamborghini Huracán, Maserati MC20, McLaren GT, Porsche 911
Vantage V8 Coupé POA POA V8/3982 P-T 375/6000 - 625/2000 7/R M 4.0 314 14.5 4 S S S S S S 276 -
Vantage V8 Coupé auto POA POA V8/3982 P-T 375/6000 - 685/2000 8/R A 3.6 314 13.9 4 S S S S S S 264 -
Vantage F1 Edition Coupé POA POA V8/3982 P-T 388/6000 - 685/2000 8/R A 3.6 314 13.9 4 S S S S S S 264 -
Vantage V8 Roadster POA POA V8/3982 P-T 375/6000 - 685/2000 8/R A 3.8 306 13.9 4 S S S S S S 263 -

Audi www.audi.co.za Telephone: 0860 434 838 Dealers:44


A1 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 184/720 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: More modern and funkier than ever. Bad: Expensive. Our choice: 30TFSI. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Mazda Mazda3, MINI Hatch 5-door
A1 Sportback 30TFSI Advanced 487 300 9 810 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 9.4 203 5.8 6 S S O S S S 119 -
A1 Sportback 30TFSI S line 502 800 10 110 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 9.4 203 5.8 6 S S O S S S 119 -
A1 Sportback 35TFSI Advanced 551 000 11 070 4/1498 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 7.7 222 6.1 6 S S O S S S 127 -
A1 Sportback 35TFSI S line 566 500 11 380 4/1498 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 7.7 222 6.1 6 S S O S S S 127 -
A1 Sportback 40TFSI S line 594 600 11 940 4/1984 P-T 147/4400 112 320/1500 6/F DC 6.87 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 145 Jan 20
A3 / S3 / RS3 5-door Hatch / 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres (A3) 55 litres (S3 / RS3) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Refined, inside and out. Bad: Expensive options. Our choice: 35TFSI. Replacement due: RS3 added. Also look at: For Sportback: BMW 1 Series, Honda Civic, Mercedes A-Class Hatch, MINI Hatch 5-Door / Clubman, Renault Mégane RS, Toyota GR Corolla,
Volkswagen Golf. For Sedan: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, Mercedes A-Class Sedan / CLA, Subaru WRX
A3 Sportback 35TFSI 664 600 13 330 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 219 7.4 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A3 Sportback 35TFSI Advanced 689 600 13 830 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 219 7.4 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A3 Sportback 35TFSI S line 704 600 14 130 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 219 7.4 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A3 Sportback 40TFSI S line 757 300 15 180 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1500 7/F DC 7.4 241 7.6 6 S S S S S S 144 -
A3 Sedan 35TFSI 679 600 13 630 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 227 7.3 6 S S S S S S 138 -
A3 sedan 35TFSI Advanced 704 600 14 130 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 227 7.3 6 S S S S S S 138 -
A3 Sedan 35TFSI S line 719 600 14 430 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.2 227 7.3 6 S S S S S S 138 -
A3 Sedan 40TFSI S line 772 300 15 480 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1500 7/F DC 7.4 248 7.4 6 S S S S S S 142 -
S3 Sportback quattro 928 800 18 590 4/1984 P-T 213/5300 - 400/2000 7/4 DC 4.9 250 9.6 6 S S S S S S 185 -
S3 Sedan quattro 943 800 18 890 4/1984 P-T 213/5300 - 400/2000 7/4 DC 4.9 250 9.4 6 S S S S S S 182 Dec 21
RS3 Sportback quattro 1 296 500 25 910 5/2480 P-T 294/5600 - 500/2250 7/4 DC 3.8 250 10.8 6 S S S S S S 206 -
RS3 Sedan quattro 1 326 500 26 510 5/2480 P-T 294/5600 187 500/2250 7/4 DC 4.11 250 10.8 6 S S S S S S 205 Jan 23
A4 / S4 / RS4 4-door Sedan (A4 / S4) / 5-door Estate (RS4) • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres (35TFSI, 40TFSI) 40 litres (35TDI) 58 litres (S4, RS4) • Boot: 328/832 litres (Sedan) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Overall refinement and interior. Bad: Conservative exterior design. Our choice: 35TFSI. Replacement due: Black Edition added. Also look at: For A4/S4: BMW 3 Series, Lexus IS, Mercedes C-Class, Subaru WRX. For RS4 Avant: No direct rival. 20 000 km test: June 2017 (1.4T FSI Sport)
A4 35TFSI 765 500 15 340 4/1984 P-T 110/3900 - 270/1350 7/F DC 8.9 225 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A4 35TFSI Advanced 780 500 15 640 4/1984 P-T 110/3900 - 270/1350 7/F DC 8.9 225 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A4 35TFSI Black Edition 900 000 18 020 4/1984 P-T 110/3900 - 270/1350 7/F DC 8.9 225 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
A4 35TDI 812 300 16 280 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 320/1500 7/F DC 8.7 219 6.0 6 S S S S S S 135 -
A4 35TDI Advanced 827 300 16 570 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 320/1500 7/F DC 8.7 219 6.0 6 S S S S S S 135 -
A4 35TDI S line 842 300 16 870 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 320/1500 7/F DC 8.7 219 6.0 6 S S S S S S 135 -
A4 35TDI Black Edition 946 800 18 950 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 320/1500 7/F DC 8.7 219 6.0 6 S S S S S S 135 -
A4 40TFSI 822 900 16 490 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 89 320/1450 7/F DC 7.66 241 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 Mar 21
A4 40TFSI Advanced 837 900 16 780 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1450 7/F DC 7.3 241 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
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S4 TFSI quattro 1 114 400 22 290 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 8/4 A 4.7 250 10.3 6 S S S S S S 195 -
S4 TFSI quattro Black Edition 1 274 900 25 480 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 8/4 A 4.7 250 10.3 6 S S S S S S 195 -
RS4 Avant quattro 1 529 000 30 540 V6/2894 P-T 331/5700 - 600/2000 8/4 A 4.1 250 11.0 6 S S S S S S 208 Oct 21
A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupé / Cabriolet 2-door Coupé/Convertible • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 54 litres (40TFSI) 58 litres (TDI, S5 and RS5) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Overall improvement on previous model. Bad: Too much of a Q-car for some? Our choice: 40TFSI. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW 4 Series Coupé/Convertible, BMW M4, Ford Mustang
A5 Coupé 40TFSI 859 200 17 210 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1450 7/F DC 7.3 241 7.7 6 S S S S S S 145 -
A5 Coupé 40TFSI S line 904 200 18 100 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1450 7/F DC 7.3 241 7.7 6 S S S S S S 145 -
A5 Coupé 40TDI quattro S line 956 100 19 140 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 7.4 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 158 Oct 21
S5 TFSI Coupé quattro 1 204 300 24 080 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 8/4 A 4.7 250 10.6 6 S S S S S S 201 -
S5 TFSI Cabriolet quattro 1 304 300 26 070 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 8/4 A 4.9 250 10.9 4 S S S S S S 209 -
RS5 Coupé quattro 1 614 900 32 250 V6/2894 P-T 331/5700 - 600/2000 8/4 A 3.9 250 10.8 6 S S S S S S 206 -
A5 / S5 / RS5 Sportback 5-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres (40TFSI) 58 litres (TDI, S5 and RS5) • Boot: 376/1 000 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Overall improvement on previous model. Bad: Too much of a Q-car for some? Our choice: 40TFSI. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, Mercedes CLA
A5 Sportback 40TFSI 874 200 17 510 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1450 7/F DC 7.5 241 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
A5 Sportback 40TFSI S line 919 200 18 400 4/1984 P-T 140/4200 - 320/1450 7/F DC 7.5 241 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
A5 Sportback 40TDI quattro S line 971 100 19 440 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 7.6 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 162 -
S5 TFSI Sportback quattro 1 219 300 24 380 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 8/4 A 4.8 250 10.6 6 S S S S S S 202 Aug 21
RS5 Sportback quattro 1 629 900 32 550 V6/2894 P-T 331/5700 - 600/2000 8/4 A 3.9 250 10.9 6 S S S S S S 206 -
A6 / S6 / RS6 4-door Sedan (A6 / S6) 5-door Estate (RS6) • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 73 litres (A6, S6) 75 litres (RS6) • Boot: 400/984 litres (sedan) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Styling and cabin. Bad: Almost too German. Our choice: 40TDI. Replacement due: RS6 performance added. Also look at: For A6 / S6: BMW 5 Series, Lexus ES, Mercedes E-Class, Volvo S90. For RS6 Avant: No direct rival, but also see Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo
A6 40TDI S line 1 132 000 22 640 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/F DC 8.4 237 6.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
A6 45TDI quattro S line 1 343 000 26 840 V6/2967 D-T 183/2900 - 600/1500 8/4 A 6.1 250 7.8 6 S S S S S S 169 -
S6 TFSI quattro 1 602 800 32 010 V6/2894 P-T 331/5700 163 600/1900 8/4 A 4.67 250 10.0 6 S S S S S S 193 Sep 20
RS6 Avant quattro performance 2 332 700 46 540 V8/3996 P-T 463/6000 - 850/2300 8/4 A 3.4 250 14.6 6 S S S S S S 285 -
A7 / S7 / RS7 Sportback 5-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres (A7) 73 litres (S7, RS7) • Boot: 376/1 088 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Design and performance. Bad: No more diesel options. Our choice: S7. Replacement due: RS7 performance added. Also look at: BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé / M8 Gran Coupé, Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, Porsche Panamera
A7 Sportback 55TFSI quattro S line 1 520 000 30 360 V6/2995 P-T 250/5000 126 500/1370 7/4 DC 5.68 250 8.5 6 S S S S S S 157 Mar 20
S7 TFSI Sportback quattro 1 716 300 34 270 V6/2894 P-T 331/5700 - 600/1900 8/4 A 4.6 250 10.1 6 S S S S S S 197 -
RS7 Sportback quattro performance 2 444 500 48 770 V8/3996 P-T 463/6000 - 850/2300 8/4 A 3.4 250 14.6 6 S S S S S S 285 -

e-tron 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: Zero-emissions SUV. Bad: Not accessible to everybody. Our choice: Only one drivetrain model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX3 / iX, Jaguar I-Pace, Mercedes EQB, Volvo XC40 Recharge
e-tron 55 quattro 1 745 000 34 840 electric E 300 135 664 E/4 E 5.65 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 Apr 22
e-tron 55 quattro Advanced 1 990 000 39 720 electric E 300 - 664 E/4 A 5.7 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
e-tron 55 quattro S line 2 045 000 40 810 electric E 300 - 664 E/4 E 5.7 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

e-tron Sportback 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Zero-emissions SUV with sleek Sportback styling. Bad: More expensive than the non-Sportback. Our choice: 55 quattro is all the EV you'll need. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX3 / iX, Jaguar I-Pace, Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, Volvo C40
e-tron Sportback 55 quattro S line 2 115 000 42 210 electric E 300 - 664 E/4 E 5.7 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
e-tron S Sportback quattro 2 425 000 48 380 electric E 370 - 973 E/4 E 4.5 210 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

Q2 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 208/752 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Interior and overall premium feel. Bad: Expensive boutique crossover. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, BMW X2, Jeep Renegade, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Subaru Crosstrek, Volkswagen
T-Roc, Volvo XC40. Long-term test: May 18 (1.4T FSI Sport S Tronic)
Q2 35TFSI 608 500 12 220 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 8.8 213 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
Q2 35TFSI Advanced 624 700 12 540 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 8.8 213 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
Q2 35TFSI S line 633 500 12 720 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 8.8 213 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
Q3 / RSQ3 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres (35TFSI) 60 litres (40TFSI quattro, RSQ3) • Boot: 320/1 096 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Grown in size and better value than Q2. Bad: Expensive options. Our choice: 35TFSI. Replacement due: RSQ3 added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA, MINI Countryman, Peugeot 3008, Volvo XC40
Q3 35TFSI 728 000 14 600 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 69 250/1500 6/F DC 9.59 204 8.6 6 S S S S S S 164 Nov 19
Q3 35TFSI Advanced 748 000 15 000 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.3 207 8.6 6 S S S S S S 164 -
Q3 35TFSI S line 762 000 15 270 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.3 207 8.6 6 S S S S S S 164 -
Q3 40TFSI quattro S line 812 500 16 280 4/1984 P-T 132/3900 - 320/1400 7/4 DC 7.8 220 9.8 6 S S S S S S 187 -
RSQ3 quattro 1 291 500 25 810 5/2480 P-T 294/5850 - 480/1950 7/4 DC 4.5 250 10.8 6 S S S S S S 205 Jun 21
Q3 Sportback / RSQ3 Sportback 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres (35TFSI) 60 litres (40TFSI quattro, RSQ3) • Boot: 328/1 108 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Styling compared to standard Q3. Bad: Standard list of specifications. Our choice: 35TFSI. Replacement due: RSQ3 added. Also look at: BMW X2, Lexus UX, Mercedes GLA, Subaru Crosstrek
Q3 Sportback 35TFSI S line 787 600 15 780 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.3 205 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 -
Q3 Sportback 40TFSI quattro S line 838 100 16 790 4/1984 P-T 132/3900 76 320/1400 7/4 DC 9.06 220 10.0 6 S S S S S S 188 Mar 21
RSQ3 Sportback quattro 1 330 800 26 600 5/2480 P-T 294/5850 - 480/1950 7/4 DC 4.5 250 10.8 6 S S S S S S 206 -

Q5 / SQ5 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 70 litres (petrol) 75 litres (diesel) • Boot: 360/992 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Remains stylish. Great engines. Bad: Styling too conservative? Our choice: 40TDI. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, BMW X3, Jaguar F-Pace, Land Rover Discovery Sport / Range Rover Evoque, Maserati Grecale, Mercedes GLC,
Lexus NX, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60. Long-term test: May 2019 (SQ5 Quattro)
Q5 40TDI quattro Advanced 1 012 000 20 250 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 7.9 218 7.4 6 S S S S S S 162 -
Q5 40TDI quattro S line 1 038 000 20 770 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 7.9 218 7.4 6 S S S S S S 162 -
SQ5 TFSI quattro 1 330 100 26 580 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 7/4 DC 5.4 250 11.0 6 S S S S S S 211 -
Q5 Sportback / SQ5 Sportback 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 70 litres (petrol) 75 litres (diesel) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Sleek Sportback styling adds drama. Bad: Untested. Our choice: 40TDI quattro. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, BMW X4, Porsche Macan
Q5 Sportback 40TDI quattro Advanced 1 081 000 21 620 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 8.1 220 7.4 6 S S S S S S 163 -
Q5 Sportback 40TDI quattro S line 1 120 000 22 400 4/1968 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1750 7/4 DC 8.1 220 7.4 6 S S S S S S 163 -
SQ5 Sportback TFSI quattro 1 451 100 28 990 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1370 7/4 DC 4.9 250 11.0 6 S S S S S S 209 -

Q7 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 (optional 7) • Fuel tank: 75 litres • Boot: 392/1 472 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Refinement and quality in general. Bad: Expensive options. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW X5 / X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover DiscoveryMercedes-Benz GLE / GLS, Porsche Cayenne,
Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90
Q7 45TDI quattro 1 539 800 30 760 V6/2967 D-T 183/2900 84 600/1500 8/4 A 6.82 225 9.5 6 S S S S S S 210 May 19
Q7 45TDI quattro S line 1 584 800 31 650 V6/2967 D-T 183/2900 - 600/1500 8/4 A 6.9 225 9.6 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Q7 45TDI quattro S line Competition 1 663 100 33 210 V6/2967 D-T 183/2900 - 600/1500 8/4 A 6.9 225 9.6 6 S S S S S S 210 -

Q8 / RSQ8 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 75 litres (45TDI) 85 litres (55TFSI, RSQ8) • Boot: 345-456/1 168 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Fresh and modern design. Bad: Hefty price tag. Our choice: Probably the 45TDI. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: BMW X6, Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Lexus RX, Maserati Levante, Mercedes GLE Coupé, Porsche Cayenne Coupé
Q8 45TDI quattro 1 706 200 34 070 V6/2967 D-T 183/2900 81 600/1500 8/4 A 7.23 220 9.4 6 S S S S S S 207 Oct 20
Q8 55TFSI quattro 1 749 200 34 930 V6/2995 P-T 250/5000 110 500/1370 8/4 A 6.5 250 10.9 6 S S S S S S 210 Jul 19
RSQ8 quattro 2 730 000 54 450 V8/3996 P-T 441/6000 - 800/2200 8/4 A 3.8 250 14.5 6 S S S S S S 283 Aug 21

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Good: Arguably one of the best-looking EVs you can buy. Bad: Glass roof is problematic in summer. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW i5 / i7, Mercedes-AMG EQE Sedan / EQS Sedan, Porsche Taycan
RS e-tron GT quattro 3 359 400 66 980 electric E 440 - 830 E/4 E 3.3 250 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -

S8 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 72 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The Transporter's new car. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Maserati Quattroporte
S8 quattro 2 841 800 56 680 V8/3996 P-T 420/6000 - 800/2050 8/4 A 3.8 250 12.6 8 S S S S S S 245 -

BAIC www.baic.co.za www.beijingcars.co.za Telephone: 010 020 8888 Dealers: 12


Beijing X55 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 53 litres • Service Plan: Optional 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Perceived quality. Bad: Laggy engine. Our choice: Premium. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur,
Toyota Corolla Cross, VW T-Cross
Beijing X55 1.5T Dynamic 429 900 8 660 4/1498 P-T 130/5500 - 305/1500 7/F DC 7.8 - 8.6 6 S S S S S S 181 -
Beijing X55 1.5T Elite 459 900 9 260 4/1498 P-T 130/5500 - 305/1500 7/F DC 7.8 - 8.6 6 S S S S S S 181 -
Beijing X55 1.5T Premium 489 900 9 860 4/1498 P-T 130/5500 - 305/1500 7/F DC 7.8 - 8.6 6 S S S S S S 181 -

B40 Plus 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 75 litres • Service Plan: Optional 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: 4x4ing on a budget. Bad: Unproven in tough South African landscape. Our choice: TDi. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Mahindra Scorpio-N / XUV700
B40 Plus 2.0TDi 574 500 11 540 4/1999 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - - 2 S - - S - S 272 -
B40 Plus 2.0T 609 500 12 240 4/1981 P-T 160/5500 - 320/1750 6x2/2-4 A - - - 2 S - S S - S 250 -
B40 Plus 2.0TDi City Hunter 604 500 12 140 4/1999 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - - 2 S - - S S S 272 -
B40 Plus 2.0T City Hunter 674 500 13 530 4/1981 P-T 160/5500 - 320/1750 8x2/2-4 A - - - 2 S - S S S S 250 -
B40 Plus 2.0T Champion 699 500 14 030 4/1981 P-T 160/5500 - 320/1750 8x2/2-4 A - - - 2 S - S S S S 250 -

Bentley johannesburg.bentleymotors.com capetown.bentleymotors.com Telephone: 010 020 4000 021 000 2100 Dealers: 2
Bentayga 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 85 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: The most luxurious SUV on the market. Bad: You probably don’t want to head off-road. Our choice: If you can, the Speed. Replacement due: A, EWB V8 and EWB A added. Also look at: Aston Martin DBX, BMW XM, Ferrari Purosangue, Lamborghini Urus, Land
Rover Range Rover, Maserati Levante, Mercedes-Maybach GLS, Porsche Cayenne, Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Bentayga V8 5 090 000 101 430 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga A 5 360 000 106 800 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga S 5 960 000 118 750 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 15.6 8 S S S S S S 294 -
Bentayga Azure 6 120 000 121 930 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga EWB V8 5 840 000 116 360 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga EWB A 5 960 000 118 750 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga EWB Azure 6 530 000 130 090 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 A 4.5 290 16.0 8 S S S S S S 302 -
Bentayga Speed 5 820 000 115 960 W12/5950 P-T 467/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 A 3.9 306 17.2 8 S S S S S S 325 -
Bentayga Speed Edition 12 6 160 000 122 730 W12/5950 P-T 467/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 A 3.9 306 17.2 8 S S S S S S 325 -
Continental 2-door Coupé (GT) / Convertible (GTC) • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Better styling, more luxurious, and improved technology. Bad: Pricey. Our choice: V8 Coupé. Replacement due: Edition 12 added. Also look at: Aston Martin DB12, Ferrari 296 / Roma, McLaren GT, Porsche 911
Continental GT V8 5 120 000 102 030 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.0 318 13.6 6 S S S S S S 263 -
Continental GT S 5 730 000 114 170 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.0 318 13.6 6 S S S S S S 263 -
Continental GT Azure 6 140 000 122 330 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.0 318 13.6 6 S S S S S S 263 -
Continental GT V8 Mulliner 6 810 000 135 670 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.0 318 13.6 6 S S S S S S 263 -
Continental GT Speed 6 290 000 125 320 W12/5950 P-T 485/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.6 335 16.8 6 S S S S S S 319 -
Continental GT Speed Edition 12 6 720 000 133 880 W12/5950 P-T 485/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.6 335 16.8 6 S S S S S S 319 -
Continental GT W12 Mulliner 7 410 000 147 610 W12/5950 P-T 467/6000 - 900/1350 8/4 DC 3.7 333 16.8 6 S S S S S S 319 -
Continental GTC V8 5 660 000 112 780 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 14.0 6 S S S S S S 266 -
Continental GTC S 6 330 000 126 110 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 14.0 6 S S S S S S 266 -
Continental GTC Azure 6 780 000 135 070 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 14.0 6 S S S S S S 266 -
Continental GTC V8 Mulliner 7 440 000 148 210 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 14.0 6 S S S S S S 266 -
Continental GTC Speed 6 940 000 138 260 W12/5950 P-T 485/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.7 335 17.2 6 S S S S S S 326 -
Continental GTC Speed Edition 12 7 350 000 146 420 W12/5950 P-T 485/5000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.7 335 17.2 6 S S S S S S 326 -
Continental GTC W12 Mulliner 8 170 000 162 740 W12/5950 P-T 467/6000 - 900/1350 8/4 DC 3.8 333 17.2 6 S S S S S S 326 -
Flying Spur 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 80 litres (Hybrid) 90 litres (V8. W12) • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Glamour and effortless refinement. Bad: The desire to be a passenger and driver at the same time. Our choice: V8. Replacement due: Edition 12 added. Also look at: Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, Rolls-Royce Ghost
Flying Spur V8 5 000 000 99 640 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 13.9 8 S S S S S S 270 -
Flying Spur V8 S 5 740 000 114 370 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 13.9 8 S S S S S S 270 -
Flying Spur V8 Azure 5 980 000 119 150 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 13.9 8 S S S S S S 270 -
Flying Spur V8 Mulliner 6 950 000 138 460 V8/3996 P-T 404/6000 - 770/2000 8/4 DC 4.1 318 13.9 8 S S S S S S 270 -
Flying Spur Hybrid 5 120 000 102 030 V6/2894 P-T/H 400 - 750 8/4 DC 4.3 285 3.8 8 S S S S S S 73 -
Flying Spur Hybrid S 5 740 000 114 370 V6/2894 P-T/H 400 - 750 8/4 DC 4.3 285 3.8 8 S S S S S S 73 -
Flying Spur Hybrid Azure 5 980 000 119 150 V6/2894 P-T/H 400 - 750 8/4 DC 4.3 285 3.8 8 S S S S S S 73 -
Flying Spur Hybrid Mulliner 7 440 000 148 210 V6/2894 P-T/H 400 - 750 8/4 DC 4.3 285 3.8 8 S S S S S S 73 -
Flying Spur Speed 6 130 000 122 130 W12/5950 P-T 467/6000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.8 333 16.8 8 S S S S S S 320 -
Flying Spur Speed Edition 12 6 750 000 134 470 W12/5950 P-T 467/6000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.8 333 16.8 8 S S S S S S 320 -
Flying Spur W12 Mulliner 7 150 000 142 440 W12/5950 P-T 467/6000 - 900/1500 8/4 DC 3.8 333 16.8 8 S S S S S S 320 -

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1 Series 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 42 litres (118i) 50 litres (M135i) • Boot: 208/792 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Premium feel of the cabin. Bad: Styling is an acquired taste. Our choice: 118i. Replacement due: M135i Mzansi Edition added. Also look at: Audi A3 Sportback / S3 Sportback, Hyundai i30 N, Mercedes A-Class Hatch, MINI Hatch 5-Door, Renault Mégane RS,
Toyota GR Corolla, Volkswagen Golf GTI
118i 691 072 13 860 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 69 220/1480 7/F DC 8.94 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 Apr 20
118i Sport Line 713 772 14 310 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.5 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
118i M Sport 726 772 14 570 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.5 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
118d 704 250 14 120 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.4 214 5.6 6 S S S S S S 123 -
118d Sport Line 726 950 14 580 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.4 214 5.6 6 S S S S S S 123 -
118d M Sport 739 950 14 830 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.4 214 5.6 6 S S S S S S 123 -
128ti 789 260 15 820 4/1995 P-T 180/5000 - 380/1500 8/F A 6.3 243 8.2 6 S S S S S S 156 May 21
M135i xDrive 951 537 19 050 4/1998 P-T 225/5000 141 450/1750 8/4 A 5.41 250 9.0 6 S S S S S S 170 Jul 20
M135i xDrive Mzansi Edition 1 064 385 21 290 4/1998 P-T 225/5000 - 450/1750 8/4 A 4.8 250 9.0 6 S S S S S S 170 -

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2 Series Coupé / M2 2-door Coupé • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 51 litres (220d) 52 litres (220i, M240i, M2) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The BMW driver's car lives on. Bad: xDrive takes the edge off. Our choice: Always the M2. Replacement due: M2 added. Also look at: Porsche 718 Cayman, Toyota GR86 / GR Supra
220i Coupé M Sport 847 590 16 980 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 7.5 236 7.6 6 S S S S S S 145 -
220d Coupé M Sport 894 706 17 920 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 90 400/1750 8/R A 6.93 237 5.8 6 S S S S S S 126 Oct 22
M240i xDrive Coupé 1 163 662 23 270 i6/2979 P-T 285/5500 165 500/1800 8/4 A 4.58 250 9.6 6 S S S S S S 185 Aug 22
M2 Coupé auto 1 503 975 30 040 i6/2979 P-T 338/6250 - 550/2650 8/R A 4.1 250 11.6 6 S S S S S S 220 Oct 23
M2 Coupé 1 514 145 30 250 i6/2979 P-T 338/6250 - 550/2650 6/R M 4.3 250 12.2 6 S S S S S S 231 -
2 Series Gran Coupé 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 42 litres (218i, 218d) 50 litres (220d, M235i) • Boot: 216/792 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Classy cabin. Bad: Styling may not be to everyone’s taste. Our choice: M235i. Replacement due: 218d added. Also look at: Audi A3 Sedan / S3 Sedan, Honda Civic Sedan, Lexus IS, Mercedes A-Class Sedan / CLA, Subaru WRX
218i Gran Coupé 716 072 14 360 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.7 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
218i Gran Coupé Sport Line 738 772 14 810 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.7 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
218i Gran Coupé M Sport 751 772 15 070 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.7 213 7.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
218d Gran Coupé 744 858 14 930 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.5 221 5.8 6 S S S S S S 127 -
218d Gran Coupé Sport Line 767 558 15 380 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.5 221 5.8 6 S S S S S S 127 -
218d Gran Coupé M Sport 780 558 15 640 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1750 8/F A 8.5 221 5.8 6 S S S S S S 127 -
M235i xDrive Gran Coupé 980 840 19 630 4/1998 P-T 225/5000 141 450/1750 8/4 A 5.41 250 9.1 6 S S S S S S 173 Oct 20
3 Series / M3 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 59 litres • Boot: 368/1 144 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Improved material quality and a modicum of refinement. Bad: M Sport suspension with large wheels ruin the ride quality; no more RWD M3. Our choice: 320d. Replacement due: Mzansi Edition added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4 / S4, Lexus IS,
Mercedes C-Class. For M3: Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, Maserati Ghibli
318i 827 894 16 590 4/1998 P-T 115/4500 - 250/1300 8/R A 8.6 223 7.8 6 S S S S S S 147 -
318i M Sport 877 894 17 580 4/1998 P-T 115/4500 - 250/1300 8/R A 8.6 223 7.8 6 S S S S S S 147 -
320i 912 894 18 280 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 84 300/1350 8/R A 7.89 235 7.8 6 S S S S S S 147 Sep 20
320i M Sport 962 894 19 270 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 7.4 235 7.8 6 S S S S S S 147 -
320i Mzansi Edition 1 100 394 22 010 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 7.4 235 7.8 6 S S S S S S 147 -
320d 960 768 19 230 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 88 400/1750 8/R A 6.97 240 5.8 6 S S S S S S 133 Jun 19
320d M Sport 1 010 768 20 230 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/R A 6.8 240 5.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
320d Mzansi Edition 1 148 268 22 960 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/R A 7.0 235 6.0 6 S S S S S S 133 -
330i M Sport 1 033 197 20 670 4/1998 P-T 190/5000 121 400/1550 8/R A 5.99 250 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 Jul 19
330i Mzansi Edition 1 154 197 23 080 4/1998 P-T 190/5000 - 400/1550 8/R A 5.8 250 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 -
M340i xDrive 1 363 207 27 240 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 163 500/1850 8/4 A 4.53 250 9.6 6 S S S S S S 182 May 20
M340i xDrive Mzansi Edition 1 488 207 29 730 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1850 8/4 A 4.3 250 9.6 6 S S S S S S 182 -
M3 competition M xDrive 2 095 797 41 820 i6/2993 P-T 375/6250 - 650/2750 8/4 A 3.5 290 12.2 6 S S S S S S 232 -
Alpina B3 50 Years an Icon BMW South Africa ed. 2 960 341 59 030 i6/2993 P-T 364/5000 - 730/2500 8/4 A 3.6 305 12.1 6 S S S S S S 229 -
4 Series Coupé / Convertible / M4 Coupé / Convertible 2-door Coupé/Convertible • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 59 litres • Boot: 248/776 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Latest technology now in the 4 Series. Bad: Challenging front design. Our choice: 420d Coupé. Replacement due: M4 competition M xDrive added. Also look at: For 4 Series: Audi A5 / S5 Coupé/Cabriolet, Ford Mustang, Porsche 718 Cayman / 718 Boxster,
Toyota GR Supra. For M4: Audi RS5 Coupé, Jaguar F-Type Coupé, Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupé/Cabriolet
420i Coupé M Sport 947 742 18 970 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 7.5 240 7.7 6 S S S S S S 146 -
420d Coupé M Sport 994 858 19 910 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/R A 7.2 240 5.8 6 S S S S S S 127 -
420i convertible M Sport 1 080 653 21 620 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 8.2 236 7.9 6 S S S S S S 152 -
M440i xDrive Coupé 1 457 599 28 790 i6/2998 P-T 275/5500 159 500/1900 8/4 A 4.69 250 9.4 6 S S S S S S 178 May 21
M440i xDrive Convertible 1 564 117 31 240 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1800 8/4 A 4.9 250 9.8 6 S S S S S S 188 -
M4 competition Coupé M xDrive 2 145 797 42 820 i6/2993 P-T 375/6250 - 650/2750 8/4 A 3.5 290 12.2 6 S S S S S S 232 -
M4 competition Convertible M xDrive 2 226 556 44 430 i6/2993 P-T 375/6250 - 650/2750 8/4 A 3.7 280 12.5 6 S S S S S S 237 -
4 Series Gran Coupé 5-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 59 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Swoopy two-door styling. Bad: Not as practical as the 3 Series. Our choice: The M440i. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi A5 / S5 Sportback, Mercedes-Benz/AMG CLA
420i Gran Coupé M Sport 973 197 19 480 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 7.9 235 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 -
420d Gran Coupé M Sport 1 020 313 20 420 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/R A 7.5 233 5.9 6 S S S S S S 130 -
M440i xDrive Gran Coupé 1 413 966 28 250 6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1900 8/4 A 4.7 250 9.8 6 S S S S S S 187 -

5 Series 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Always an excellent product overall. Bad: 520d the sole model until M5 arrives. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi A6, Lexus ES, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volvo S90
520d M Sport 1 247 894 24 950 4/1995 D-T 145/4000 - 400/1500 8/R A 7.3 233 6.7 6 S S S S S S 147 -

7 Series 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 74 litres (740i / 740d) 65 litres (M760e) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Politicians approve. Bad: It's ugly as sin. Our choice: Any. Replacement due: M760e added. Also look at: Audi S8, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz S-Class
740i Design Pure Excellence 2 282 751 45 550 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 128 540/1850 8/R A 5.17 250 9.5 6 S S S S S S 179 Jun 23
740i M Sport 2 357 751 47 040 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 - 540/1850 8/R A 5.4 250 9.5 6 S S S S S S 179 -
740d xDrive Design Pure Excellence 2 403 207 47 940 i6/2993 D-T 259/4000 - 670/1750 8/4 A 6.3 250 8.3 6 S S S S S S 182 -
740d xDrive M Sport 2 478 207 49 440 i6/2993 D-T 259/4000 - 670/1750 8/4 A 6.3 250 8.3 6 S S S S S S 182 -
M760e xDrive 3 090 000 61 620 i6/2998 P-T/H 420 - 800 8/4 A 4.3 250 2.6 6 S S S S S S 49 -
8 Series Coupé / Convertible / M8 Coupé / Convertible 2-door Coupé / Cabriolet • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 68 litres • Boot: 312/656 litres (Coupé) 184/488 litres (Cabriolet) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Design and performance. Bad: More GT than outright sports car. Our choice: M850i. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, Lexus LC, Mercedes-AMG SL, Porsche 911
M850i xDrive Coupé 2 302 922 45 950 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 197 750/1800 8/4 A 3.93 250 12.5 8 S S S S S S 238 Oct 19
M850i xDrive Convertible 2 452 922 48 930 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.9 250 12.7 8 S S S S S S 243 -
M8 competition Coupé 3 421 859 68 220 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.2 250 12.5 6 S S S S S S 239 -
M8 competition Convertible 3 572 618 71 220 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 231 750/1800 8/4 A 3.83 250 12.8 6 S S S S S S 244 May 21
8 Series Gran Coupé / M8 Gran Coupé 4-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 68 litres • Boot: 312/888 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Modern design first seen on the Coupé. Bad: Untested. Our choice: M850i. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi S7 / RS7 Sportback, Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, Porsche Panamera
M850i xDrive Gran Coupé 2 252 922 44 950 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 185 750/1800 8/4 A 4.15 250 12.8 6 S S S S S S 245 Oct 20
M8 competition Gran Coupé 3 372 466 67 240 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.2 250 12.5 6 S S S S S S 239 -

i4 5-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: With EVs, the biggest battery always wins. Replacement due: eDrive35 added. Also look at: Mercedes EQE Sedan, Porsche Taycan
i4 eDrive35 M Sport 1 293 300 25 850 electric E 210 - 400 E/R E 6.0 190 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
i4 M50 1 696 200 33 870 electric E 400 186 750 E/4 E 4.11 225 E 6 S S S S S S 0 Jun 23

i5 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one drivetrain. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi RS e-tron GT, Mercedes-AMG EQE Sedan, Porsche Taycan
i5 M60 xDrive 2 190 000 43 700 electric E 442 - 795 E/4 A 3.8 230 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

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Good: A true tech fest. Bad: There are less expensive ways of saving the ozone. Our choice: Only one drivetrain. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi RS e-tron GT, Mercedes EQS Sedan, Porsche Taycan
i7 xDrive60 Design Pure Excellence 2 935 000 58 530 electric E 400 - 745 E/4 E 4.7 240 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
i7 xDrive60 M Sport 3 010 000 60 020 electric E 400 - 745 E/4 E 4.7 240 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

iX 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: The next wave of the EV onslaught. Bad: Looks a bit too similar to its non-EV siblings. Our choice: The more affordable xDrive40. Replacement due: M60 added. Also look at: Audi e-tron, Jaguar I-Pace, Mercedes EQS SUV
iX xDrive40 1 735 000 34 640 electric E 240 - 630 E/4 E 6.1 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
iX xDrive50 2 350 000 46 890 electric E 385 - 765 E/4 E 4.6 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
iX M60 2 975 000 59 330 electric E 455 - 1015 E/4 E 3.8 250 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

iX1 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: Merc EQA/EQB gets some competition. Bad: At seven-digit prices, still out of reach for most buyers. Our choice: Only one drivetrain. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BYD Atto 3, Mercedes EQA / EQB, Volvo EX30 / XC40 Recharge / C40
iX1 xDrive30 xLine 1 205 000 24 090 electric E 230 - 494 E/4 E 5.6 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
iX1 xDrive30 M Sport 1 245 000 24 890 electric E 230 - 494 E/4 E 5.62 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 Mar 24

iX3 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: Another "affordable" EV. Bad: Like its rivals, lots of benefits over ICE engines, but lack of charging stations limit its practicality. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi e-tron, Mercedes EQA / EQB, Volvo XC40 Recharge / C40
iX3 M Sport 1 361 400 27 210 electric E 210 101 400 E/4 E 6.68 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 Dec 22

X1 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres (18i, 18d) 47 litres (30e) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Bigger than before, decent driving experience. Bad: Dull engine line-up. Our choice: 18d M Sport. Replacement due: xDrive30e PHEV added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q3, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA / GLB, MINI Countryman, Volvo XC40
X1 sDrive18i xLine 788 045 15 790 3/1499 P-T 115/4900 - 230/1500 7/F DC 9.0 215 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
X1 sDrive18i M Sport 828 045 16 590 3/1499 P-T 115/4900 - 230/1500 7/F DC 9.0 215 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
X1 sDrive18d xLine 815 617 16 340 4/1995 D-T 110/3750 - 360/1500 7/F DC 8.9 210 6.0 6 S S S S S S 132 -
X1 sDrive18d M Sport 855 617 17 140 4/1995 D-T 110/3750 - 360/1500 7/F DC 8.9 210 6.0 6 S S S S S S 132 -
X1 xDrive30e xLine 1 050 000 21 010 3/1499 P-T/H 240 - 477 7/4 DC 5.6 205 1.9 6 S S S S S S 36 -
X1 xDrive30e M Sport 1 090 000 21 800 3/1499 P-T/H 240 - 477 7/4 DC 5.6 205 1.9 6 S S S S S S 36 -
X2 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Boot: 240/936 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Aggressive looks, interior styling and competent handling. Bad: It is a crossover. Don’t expect an SUV. Our choice: xDrive20d. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA, MINI Countryman, Volvo XC40
X2 sDrive18i M Sport 747 286 14 980 3/1499 P-T 103/4600 - 220/1480 7/F A 9.6 205 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
X2 sDrive20i M Sport 786 527 15 760 4/1995 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F A 7.7 227 7.2 6 S S S S S S 138 -
X2 M35i 961 081 19 240 4/1995 P-T 225/5000 - 450/1750 8/4 A 4.9 241 8.9 6 S S S S S S 168 -

X3 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 65 litres (petrol) 68 litres (diesel) • Boot: 314/1 136 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The addition of an M40i performance variant. Bad: Expensive options. Our choice: Likely the xDrive20d. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5, Jaguar F-Pace, Lexus NX, Land Rover Discovery Sport / Range Rover Evoque,
Maserati Grecale, Mercedes GLC, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60
X3 sDrive18d 981 224 19 640 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1500 8/R A 9.7 198 6.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
X3 sDrive18d M Sport 1 021 224 20 430 4/1995 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1500 8/R A 9.7 198 6.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
X3 sDrive20i 1 045 778 20 920 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 8.2 215 8.8 6 S S S S S S 166 -
X3 sDrive20i M Sport 1 085 778 21 720 4/1998 P-T 135/5000 - 300/1350 8/R A 8.2 215 8.8 6 S S S S S S 166 -
X3 xDrive20d 1 096 894 21 940 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/4 A 8.0 213 6.7 6 S S S S S S 147 -
X3 xDrive20d M Sport 1 136 894 22 740 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/4 A 8.0 213 6.7 6 S S S S S S 147 -
X3 xDrive30d 1 296 840 25 920 i6/2993 D-T 195/4000 - 620/2000 8/4 A 5.8 240 7.9 6 S S S S S S 173 -
X3 xDrive30d M Sport 1 336 840 26 720 i6/2993 D-T 195/4000 - 620/2000 8/4 A 5.8 240 7.9 6 S S S S S S 173 -
X3 M40i 1 508 146 30 130 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1900 8/4 A 4.5 250 10.7 6 S S S S S S 204 -
X3 M competition 2 127 618 42 460 i6/2993 P-T 375/6250 - 650/2750 8/4 A 3.8 285 12.7 6 S S S S S S 244 -
X4 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 65 litres (petrol) 68 litres (diesel) • Boot: 372/1 024 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Drivetrains and blend of sporty coupé-like styling with practicality. Bad: Pricey. Our choice: 20d. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5 Sportback / SQ5 Sportback, Jaguar E-Pace, Maserati Grecale, Porsche Macan
X4 xDrive20d 1 187 894 23 750 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/4 A 8.0 213 6.7 6 S S S S S S 147 -
X4 xDrive20d M Sport 1 227 894 24 550 4/1995 D-T 140/4000 - 400/1750 8/4 A 8.0 213 6.7 6 S S S S S S 147 -
X4 M40i 1 598 146 31 920 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1900 8/4 A 4.5 250 10.7 6 S S S S S S 204 -
X4 M competition 2 217 618 44 250 i6/2993 P-T 375/6250 - 600/2600 8/4 A 3.8 285 12.8 6 S S S S S S 244 -
X5 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 69 litres (50e) 80 litres (30d) 83 litres (40i, M60i, M competition) • Boot: 384/1 432 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Serious performance from the quad-turbo M50d. Bad: X3 is almost just as good. Our choice: 30d. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q7, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercedes GLE, Lexus RX, Porsche Cayenne, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover Velar
/ Range Rover Sport, Maserati Levante, Volvo XC90
X5 xDrive30d 1 706 850 34 080 i6/2993 D-T 219/4000 - 670/1500 8/4 A 6.1 233 9.4 6 S S S S S S 206 -
X5 xDrive30d M Sport 1 766 850 35 280 i6/2993 D-T 219/4000 - 670/1500 8/4 A 6.1 233 9.4 6 S S S S S S 206 -
X5 xDrive40i 1 737 609 34 690 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 - 540/1850 8/4 A 5.4 250 11.2 6 S S S S S S 211 -
X5 xDrive40i M Sport 1 797 609 35 890 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 - 540/1850 8/4 A 5.4 250 11.2 6 S S S S S S 211 -
X5 xDrive50e 1 880 000 37 530 i6/2998 P-T/H 360 - 700 8/4 A 4.8 250 2.3 6 S S S S S S 41 -
X5 xDrive50e M Sport 1 927 000 38 460 i6/2998 P-T/H 360 - 700 8/4 A 4.8 250 2.3 6 S S S S S S 41 -
X5 M60i 2 116 413 42 240 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8/4 A 4.3 250 14.3 6 S S S S S S 269 -
X5 M competition 3 248 842 64 780 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.9 290 15.0 6 S S S S S S 285 -
X6 5-door SUV • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 80 litres (30d) 83 litres (40i, M60i, M competition) • Boot: 424/1 040 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Level of technology and increased interior space. Bad: Challenging rear design. Our choice: xDrive40i. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q8, Mercedes GLE Coupé, Porsche Cayenne Coupé, Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Maserati Levante
X6 xDrive30d M Sport 1 826 850 36 470 i6/2993 D-T 219/4000 - 670/1500 8/4 A 6.1 233 9.4 6 S S S S S S 206 -
X6 xDrive40i M Sport 1 857 609 37 080 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 - 540/1850 8/4 A 5.4 250 11.2 6 S S S S S S 211 -
X6 M60i 2 176 413 43 430 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8/4 A 4.3 250 14.3 6 S S S S S S 269 -
X6 M competition 3 308 842 65 970 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.9 290 15.0 6 S S S S S S 285 -
X7 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres (40d) 83 litres (M60i) • Boot: 760/1 544 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: It's hard not to miss. Bad: Its size can be intimidating. Our choice: M Sport. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q7, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover, Lexus LX, Mercedes GLS, Toyota Land Cruiser 300, Volvo XC90
X7 xDrive40d Design Pure Excellence 2 067 457 41 260 i6/2993 D-T 259/4400 - 720/1750 8/4 A 5.9 245 9.6 7 S S S S S S 210 -
X7 xDrive40d M Sport 2 142 457 42 750 i6/2993 D-T 259/4400 - 720/1750 8/4 A 5.9 245 9.6 7 S S S S S S 210 -
X7 M60i 2 477 628 49 430 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8/4 A 4.7 250 14.6 7 S S S S S S 277 -

XM 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 69 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The biggest and wildest styled BMW. Bad: M badge is a stretch. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Label Red added. Also look at: Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, Land Rover Range Rover, Maserati Levante, Mercedes-Maybach GLS, Porsche Cayenne
XM 3 400 000 67 790 V8/4395 P-T/H 480 - 800 8/4 A 4.30 250 1.9 6 S S S S S S 36 Jan 24
XM Label Red 4 200 000 83 710 V8/4395 P-T/H 550 - 1000 8/4 A 3.8 270 2.4 6 S S S S S S 45 -

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Z4 2-door Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 52 litres • Boot: 224 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Welcome return of the Z4. Bad: Not so much a sports car, but more of a GT. Our choice: M40i. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Porsche 718 Boxster
Z4 sDrive20i M Sport 993 045 19 870 4/1998 P-T 145/4500 - 320/1450 8/R A 6.6 240 7.8 4 S S S S S S 148 -
Z4 M40i 1 331 537 26 610 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1850 8/R A 4.1 250 8.9 4 S S S S S S 171 -

BYD www.byd.com/za Dealers: 6


Atto 3 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Service Plan: TBC
Good: Decent styling and lots of promise. Bad: An unknown entity. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX1, GWM Ora 03, Mercedes EQA, Volvo EX30
Atto 3 Standard 768 000 15 390 electric E 150 - 310 E/F E 7.3 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
Atto 3 Extended 835 000 16 730 electric E 150 - 310 E/F E 7.3 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -

Chery www.chery.co.za Telephone: 010 448 5388 Dealers: 60


Tiggo 4 Pro 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: A Chinese car we like the look of. Bad: Poor ride quality. Our choice: 1.5T Elite. Replacement due: LiT entry-level model added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Citroën C3 Aircross, Haval Jolion, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite,
Renault Kiger, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 LiT 279 900 5 680 4/1499 P 83/6150 - 138/4000 5/F M 11.5 180 8.4 2 S - - S S S 167 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 LiT auto 314 900 6 370 4/1499 P 83/6150 - 138/4000 V/F V 11.5 180 8.2 2 S - S S S S 162 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Urban 308 900 6 250 4/1499 P 83/6150 - 138/4000 5/F M 11.5 180 8.4 6 S S - S S S 167 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Comfort 345 900 6 990 4/1499 P 83/6150 - 138/4000 V/F A 11.5 180 8.2 6 S S S S S S 162 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite 355 900 7 190 4/1498 P-T 108/5500 - 210/1750 6/F M 10.0 180 8.4 6 S S S S S S 167 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite auto 386 900 7 810 4/1498 P-T 108/5500 - 210/1750 V/F V 10.0 180 8.2 6 S S S S S S 162 -
Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite SE 408 900 8 240 4/1498 P-T 108/5500 78 210/1750 V/F V 10.73 180 8.2 6 S S S S S S 162 Jun 22
Tiggo 7 Pro 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Undercuts the Haval H6. Bad: Bland. Our choice: Executive. Replacement due: Pro Max added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Haval H6, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Opel
Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross
Tiggo 7 Pro 1.5T Distinction 442 900 8 920 4/1498 P-T 108/5500 - 210/1750 V/F V - - 8.2 4 S S S S S S 168 -
Tiggo 7 Pro 1.5T Executive 477 900 9 620 4/1498 P-T 108/5500 75 210/1750 V/F V - - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 168 Oct 22
Tiggo 7 Pro Max 1.6TGDI 290T Distinction 529 900 10 650 4/1598 P-T 145/5500 - 290/1750 7/F DC 8.0 - 8.4 8 S S S S S S 163 -
Tiggo 7 Pro Max 1.6TGDI 290T Executive 559 900 11 250 4/1598 P-T 145/5500 - 290/1750 7/F DC 8.0 - 8.4 8 S S S S S S 163 -
Tiggo 7 Pro Max 1.6TGDI 290T Executive AWD 609 900 12 250 4/1598 P-T 145/5500 - 290/1750 7/4 DC 8.66 - 9.4 8 S S S S S S 186 Mar 24
Tiggo 8 Pro 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Luxurious interior and ride comfort. Bad: As always, brand perception about Chinese cars. Our choice: __. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Hyundai Grand Creta, Mahindra Scorpio-N / XUV700, Mitsubishi Outlander, Peugeot 5008, Proton X90,
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Tiggo 8 Pro 1.6TGDI 290T Executive 609 900 12 250 4/1598 P-T 145/5500 - 290/1750 7/F DC 8.9 190 8.6 7 S S S S S S 172 Jul 22
Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0TGDI 390T Executive 669 900 13 440 4/1998 P-T 187/5500 - 390/1750 7/F DC 7.3 - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 180 Dec 23

Citroën www.citroen.co.za Telephone: 0860 738 472


C3 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 30 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Suzuki Ignis
C3 1.2 Feel 236 900 4 820 3/1199 P 61/5750 - 115/3750 5/F M - - 6.7 2 S - - S - S 133 -

C3 5-door Hatchback • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 248/800 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: An honest, competent budget option. Bad: Asthamatic 1.2 non-turbo engine. Our choice: Shine. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Volkswagen Polo.
Long-term test: 1.2T Shine (Feb 21)
C3 1.2 Feel 308 900 6 250 3/1199 P 60/6750 - 118/2750 5/F M 13.2 169 6.8 6 S - S S S S 128 -
C3 1.2T Shine 378 900 7 650 3/1199 P-T 81/5500 - 205/1500 6/F A 9.4 194 7.2 6 S S S S S S 137 -

C3 Aircross 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 200-304/920 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Spaciousness. Bad: Lots of competition. Our choice: Shine. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Haval Jolion, Honda WR-V / HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta / Kona, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos,
Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3, Opel Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross
C3 Aircross 1.2T Feel 433 900 8 740 3/1199 P-T 81/5500 - 205/1500 6/F A 10.7 184 7.8 6 S S S S S S 146 -
C3 Aircross 1.2T Shine 459 900 9 260 3/1199 P-T 81/5500 63 205/1500 6/F A 11.74 184 7.8 6 S S S S S S 146 Feb 20

C5 Aircross 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 53 litres • Boot: 336-416/1 264 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Refinement, interior finish. Bad: Only one engine choice. Our choice: Feel. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, MINI Countryman, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland,
Peugeot 3008, Renault Koleos, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
C5 Aircross 1.6T Feel 639 900 12 840 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 80 240/1400 6/F A 10.24 189 9.5 6 S S S S S S 179 Mar 20
C5 Aircross 1.6T Shine 689 900 13 840 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 78 240/1400 6/F A 10.77 189 9.5 6 S S S S S S 179 May 23-

Ferrari www.ferrari.co.za Telephone: 011 706 6900 Dealers: 2


296 2-door Coupé / Cabriolet • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 65 litres • Service Plan: 7 year
Good: Ferrari moves with the (hybrid) times. Bad: No V8 soundtrack. Our choice: Whichever one you can afford. Replacement due: GTS added. Also look at: Lamborghini Huracán, Maserati MC20, McLaren GT
296 GTB 6 804 200 135 550 V6/2992 P-T/H 610/8000 - 740/6250 8/R DC 2.9 330+ 7.7 6 S S S S S S 149 -
296 GTS 7 494 800 149 300 V6/2992 P-T/H 610/8000 - 740/6250 8/R DC 2.9 330+ 7.8 6 S S S S S S 153 -

Purosangue 5-door SUV • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 100 litres • Service Plan: 7 year
Good: A genuinely physics-bending SUV from the only people that can pull it off. Bad: Purists hate it. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Purosangue POA POA V12/6496 P 533/7750 - 716/6250 8/4 DC 3.3 310+ 20.8 6 S S S S S S 393 -

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Roma 2-door Cabriolet • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 7 year
Good: Drop-top speeding gets sexy again. Bad: Ideally needs four more cylinders. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage Roadster, Bentley Continental GTC, Maserati MC20 Cielo
Roma Spider 6 300 000 125 520 V8/3855 P 456/5750 - 760/3000 8/R DC 3.4 320+ TBA 6 S S S S S S TBA -

Fiat www.fiat.co.za Telephone: 010 252 5000 Dealers: 35


500 3-door Hatch / 2-door Convertible • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 35 litres • Boot: 152/544 litres • Service Plan: None
Good: Retro design. Fun to drive. Many features. Bad: Design now very long in the tooth. Our choice: Cult. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: For 500 hatch: MINI Hatch 3-door. For 500C Convertible: MINI Convertible
500 TwinAir Cult 268 900 5 460 2/875 P-T 63/5500 - 145/1900 5/F AM 11.5 173 4.8 7 S - - S S S 90 -
500 TwinAir Club 303 900 6 150 2/875 P-T 63/5500 - 145/1900 5/F AM 11.5 173 4.8 7 S S S S S S 90 -
500 TwinAir Dolcevita 331 900 6 710 2/875 P-T 63/5500 - 145/1900 5/F AM 11.5 173 4.8 7 S S S S S S 90 -
500C TwinAir Dolcevita 375 900 7 590 2/875 P-T 63/5500 - 145/1900 5/F AM 11.5 173 4.8 7 S S S S S S 90 -
500X 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 48 litres • Boot: 208/824 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km
Good: Quirky styling. Bad: Owing to increase in size it has lost some of 500’s charm. Our choice: 1.4T Sport. Replacement due: EST (Extended Soft-Top) added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Kona, Jeep Renegade,
Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3, MINI Countryman, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Toyota Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo
500X 1.4T Cross 514 900 10 350 4/1368 P-T 103/5000 - 230/2500 6/F DC 9.8 190 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
500X 1.4T Sport 566 900 11 390 4/1368 P-T 103/5000 - 230/2500 6/F DC 9.8 190 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
500X 1.4T Sport EST 586 900 11 790 4/1368 P-T 103/5000 - 230/2500 6/F DC 9.8 190 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -

Tipo 4-door Sedan / 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 288/864 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km
Good: Great value family cars. Bad: Engines are a little breathless. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: For Sedan: Honda Ballade, Kia Pegas, Suzuki Ciaz, Toyota Corolla Quest / Corolla Sedan, Volkswagen Polo Sedan. For Hatch: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda
Mazda3, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet / Corolla Hatch, Volkswagen Polo Hatch
Tipo Sedan 1.4 327 900 6 630 4/1368 P 70/6000 - 127/4500 6/F M 11.5 185 6.8 6 S - - S S S 141 -
Tipo Sedan 1.4 City Life 404 900 8 170 4/1368 P 70/6000 - 127/4500 6/F M 11.5 185 6.8 6 S - - S S S 141 -
Tipo Sedan 1.6 City Life 469 900 9 460 4/1598 P 81/5500 - 152/4500 6/F A 11.2 192 7.6 6 S - - S S S 146 -
Tipo Hatch 1.4 City Life 390 900 7 890 4/1368 P 70/6000 - 127/4500 6/F M 11.5 185 6.8 6 S - - S S S 141 -
Tipo Hatch 1.4 Life 430 900 8 680 4/1368 P 70/6000 - 127/4500 6/F M 11.5 185 6.8 6 S - S S S S 141 -
Tipo Hatch 1.6 City Life 451 900 9 100 4/1598 P 81/5500 - 152/4500 6/F A 11.2 192 7.6 6 S - - S S S 146 -
Tipo Hatch 1.6 Life 489 900 9 860 4/1598 P 81/5500 - 152/4500 6/F A 11.2 192 7.6 6 S - S S S S 146 -

Ford www.ford.co.za Telephone: 0860 011 022 Dealers: 123


Everest 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: Optional 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: V6 power comes home again. Bad: Everybody is only buying Fortuners. Our choice: Has to be the V6. Replacement due: New. XLT and Wildtrak added. Also look at: Hyundai Santa Fe, Isuzu mu-X, Kia Sorento, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Mitsubishi Pajero
Sport, Toyota Fortuner / Land Cruiser Prado
Everest 2.0 BiTurbo XLT 899 000 18 000 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/R A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 -
Everest 2.0 BiTurbo 4x4 XLT 973 100 19 480 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 Dec 23
Everest 2.0 BiTurbo Sport 984 700 19 710 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/R A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 -
Everest 2.0 BiTurbo 4x4 Sport 1 063 900 21 280 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 -
Everest 3.0TD V6 4WD Wildtrak 1 160 600 23 210 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10/4 A - - 10.2 6 S S S S S S 224 -
Everest 3.0TD V6 4WD Platinum 1 224 900 24 490 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/4 A - - 10.2 6 S S S S S S 224 -
Mustang 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 61 litres • Boot: 256/672 litres (Fastback) 240 (Convertible) • Service Plan: Optional 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Character and exterior design. Bad: Not the most sophisticated. Our choice: Fastback. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Audi S5, BMW 4 Series, Toyota GR Supra
Mustang 5.0 GT Fastback 1 139 900 22 800 V8/5038 P 330/7000 - 529/4600 10/R A 4.8 250 14.8 7 S S S S S S 279 -
Mustang 5.0 GT/CS California Special Fastback 1 213 400 24 260 V8/5038 P 330/7000 180 529/4600 10/R A 4.81 250 14.8 7 S S S S S S 279 Jan 23
Mustang 5.0 GT Convertible 1 217 900 24 350 V8/5038 P 330/7000 - 529/4600 10/R A 4.8 250 14.8 5 S S S S S S 279 -

Puma 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 42 litres • Service Plan: Optional 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: A promising addition to a busy segment. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-3, Nissan Qashqai, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Toyota
Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen T-Roc
Puma 1.0T Titanium 569 900 11 450 3/998 P-T 92/6000 - 170/1400 7/F DC - - 6.4 6 S S S S S S 121 -
Puma 1.0T ST-Line Vignale 613 900 12 330 3/998 P-T 92/6000 - 170/1400 7/F DC - - 6.4 6 S S S S S S 121 Feb 23

Ranger Single Cab / Extended Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: The wait was worth it. Bad: Not much until we've tested one. Our choice: Always the V6. Replacement due: Wildtrax X added. Also look at: GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux,
Volkswagen Amarok
Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 494 400 9 950 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - - 8.3 6 S S O S S S 181 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL auto 513 700 10 330 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R A - - 9.0 6 S S O S S S 197 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 4x4 565 900 11 370 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.5 6 S S O S S S 187 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 4x4 auto 585 900 11 770 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.2 6 S S O S S S 203 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 504 900 10 160 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - - 8.3 6 S S O S S S 181 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL auto 524 900 10 550 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R A - - 9.0 6 S S O S S S 197 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 4x4 auto 570 100 11 450 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.2 6 S S O S S S 203 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XLT 574 500 11 540 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 197 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab XLT 4x4 723 400 14 510 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 195 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab Wildtrak 4x4 788 300 15 800 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 195 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab 510 700 10 270 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - - 8.3 7 S S O S S S 181 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab 4x4 555 400 11 160 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.5 7 S S O S S S 187 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 556 800 11 190 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - - 8.3 7 S S O S S S 181 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL auto 580 500 11 660 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R A - - 9.0 7 S S O S S S 197 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 4x4 638 100 12 810 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.5 7 S S O S S S 187 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 4x4 auto 663 100 13 300 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.2 7 S S O S S S 203 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XLT 632 000 12 690 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R A - - 9.0 7 S S S S S S 197 -
Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XLT 4x4 714 100 14 320 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.2 7 S S S S S S 203 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab XLT 748 800 15 010 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/R A - - 8.6 7 S S S S S S 188 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab XLT 4x4 833 800 16 700 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - - 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 Oct 23
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak 829 800 16 620 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/R A - - 8.6 7 S S S S S S 188 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak 4x4 925 000 18 520 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - - 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak X 4WD 1 013 000 20 270 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/4 A - - 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Ranger 3.0TD V6 Double Cab Wildtrak 4WD 1 026 400 20 540 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/4 A - - 10.1 7 S S S S S S 222 -
Ranger 3.0T V6 Double Cab Raptor 4WD 1 184 100 23 680 V6/2996 P-T 292/5650 - 583/3500 10x2/4 A - - 13.8 7 S S S S S S 262 -

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Tourneo Custom 5-door MPV • Seats: 8 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 512/2 416 litres • Service Plan: Optional 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Comfortable 8-seater, and offers a supple ride. Bad: Competitors more refined. Our choice: Trend. Replacement due: 2.0SiT auto models added. Also look at: Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-Benz rew, Opel Zafira, Toyota Hiace / Quantum, Volkswagen
Transporter Kombi
Tourneo Custom 2.2TDCi LWB Ambiente 706 600 14 170 4/2198 D-T 74/3500 - 310/1300 6/F M - 157 7.8 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Tourneo Custom 2.2TDCi LWB Trend 735 000 14 740 4/2198 D-T 92/3500 - 350/1450 6/F M - 157 7.8 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Tourneo Custom 2.2TDCi SWB Limited 794 600 15 920 4/2198 D-T 114/3500 - 385/1600 6/F M - 157 7.8 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Tourneo Custom 2.0SiT LWB Trend 796 800 15 970 4/1995 D-T 96/3500 - 360/1500 6/F A - - 8.0 6 S S S S S S 174 -
Tourneo Custom 2.0SiT SWB Limited 843 900 16 900 4/1995 D-T 136/3500 55 415/1750 6/F A 12.39 180 8.0 6 S S S S S S 174 Feb 21

GWM www.gwm.co.za | www.gwmora.co.za Telephone: 011 884 8666 Dealers: 77


Ora 03 5-Door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Service Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: A worthy rival to the European EV set. Bad: A little more range is always welcome. Our choice: 300 Super Luxury. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BYD Atto 3, MINI Cooper SE, Volvo EX30
Ora 03 300 Super Luxury 686 950 13 780 electric E 126 - 250 E/F A 8.4 - E 7 S S S S S S 0 Dec 23
Ora 03 400 Super Luxury 775 950 15 550 electric E 126 - 250 E/F A 8.4 - E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
Ora 03 400 Ultra Luxury 805 950 16 150 electric E 126 - 250 E/F A 8.4 - E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
Ora 03 400 GT Ultra Luxury 835 950 16 750 electric E 126 - 250 E/F A 8.5 - E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
P-Series Single / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 4/5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 78 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: A bakkie on a budget. Bad: Rough edges. Our choice: One engine derivative at this stage. Replacement due: LTD added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux,
Volkswagen Amarok
P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab SX 413 050 8 330 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6/R M - - 11.5 2 S - S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab SX 4x4 469 150 9 440 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 12.1 2 S - S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab DLX 443 650 8 940 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6/R M - - 11.5 4 S S S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab DLX 4x4 499 750 10 050 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 12.1 4 S S S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX 444 650 8 960 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6/R M - - 10.8 2 S - S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX auto 487 550 9 810 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8/R A - - 10.8 2 S - S S S S 227 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX 4x4 497 750 10 010 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 11.3 2 S - S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX 4x4 auto 535 450 10 760 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8x2/2-4 A - - 11.3 2 S - S S S S 244 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX 473 250 9 530 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6/R M - - 10.8 6 S S S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX auto 515 050 10 360 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8/R A - - 10.8 6 S S S S S S 227 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX 4x4 525 250 10 560 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 11.3 6 S S S S S S 259 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX 4x4 auto 562 950 11 310 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8x2/2-4 A - - 11.3 6 S S S S S S 244 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LS 526 250 10 580 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8/R A - - 10.8 6 S - S S S S 219 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 577 250 11 600 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8x2/2-4 A - - 11.4 6 S - S S S S 246 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LT 598 850 12 030 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8/R A - - 10.8 6 S - S S S S 219 -
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LT 4x4 653 750 13 120 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8x2/2-4 A - - 11.4 6 S - S S S S 246 Nov 21
P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LTD 4x4 694 950 13 940 4/1996 D-T 120/3600 - 400/1500 8x2/2-4 A - - 11.4 6 S - S S S S 246 -
Steed 5 Single / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 4/5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 70 litres • Service Plan: None (Single Cab) 3 year / 40 000 km (Double Cab)
Good: Value. Feels solid. Bad: Ride. Our choice: Double Cab SX. Replacement due: Updated. Also look at: Isuzu D-Max Gen 6, JAC T6, Mahindra Pik Up
Steed 5 2.0VGT Single Cab S 299 950 6 080 4/1996 D-T 110/4000 - 320/1400 6/R M - - 9.1 2 S - - S - - 210 -
Steed 5 2.0VGT Single Cab S 4WD 330 950 6 690 4/1996 D-T 110/4000 - 320/1400 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 2 S - - S - - 228 -
Steed 5 2.0VGT Single Cab SX 4WD 344 950 6 970 4/1996 D-T 110/4000 - 320/1400 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 2 S - - S - - 228 -
Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab SX 382 450 7 720 4/1996 D-T 110/4000 - 320/1400 6/R M - - 9.1 2 S - - S - - 210 -
Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab SX 4WD 415 050 8 370 4/1996 D-T 110/4000 - 320/1400 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 2 S - - S - - 228 -

Haval www.haval.co.za Telephone: 011 884 8666 Dealers: 32


H6 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Possibly the Luxury. Replacement due: HEV hybrid added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mahindra Scorpio-N / XUV700, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland,
Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
H6 2.0GDIT Premium 484 750 9 750 4/1967 P-T 150/6000 - 320/1500 7/F DC - - 8.9 6 S S S S S S 169 -
H6 2.0GDIT Luxury 529 350 10 640 4/1967 P-T 150/6000 - 320/1500 7/F DC - - 8.9 6 S S S S S S 169 -
H6 2.0GDIT 4WD Luxury 560 950 11 270 4/1967 P-T 150/6000 - 320/1500 7/4 DC - - 10.0 6 S S S S S S 190 -
H6 2.0GDIT 4WD Super Luxury 601 750 12 080 4/1967 P-T 150/6000 - 320/1500 7/4 DC - - 10.0 6 S S S S S S 190 -
H6 1.5T HEV Ultra Luxury 669 950 13 440 4/1499 P-T/H 179 - 530 V/F V 8.5 - 6.2 7 S S S S S S 121 -
H6 GT 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Power to match its go-fast looks. Bad: But it's likely not much faster than regular H6s. AWD an unnecessary addition. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota C-HR, VW T-Roc
H6 GT 2.0GDIT 4WD Super Luxury 642 550 12 900 4/1967 P-T 155/6000 - 325/1500 7/4 DC - - 10.1 6 S S S S S S 193 -

Jolion 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 57 litres (1.5T) 55 litres (HEV) • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Generous spec. Bad: Dual-clutch hesitant at times. Our choice: Luxury auto. Replacement due: S and HEV added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo4 Pro / Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Ford Puma, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Jeep Renegade, Kia
Seltos, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Proton X50, Toyota Corolla Cross
Jolion 1.5T City 344 950 6 970 4/1497 P-T 105/5600 - 210/2000 6/F M - - 9.0 4 S - S S S S 172 -
Jolion 1.5T Premium 389 150 7 850 4/1497 P-T 105/5600 - 210/2000 7/F DC - - 9.0 4 S S S S S S 186 -
Jolion 1.5T Luxury 385 550 7 780 4/1497 P-T 105/5600 - 210/2000 6/F M - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Jolion 1.5T Luxury auto 423 250 8 530 4/1497 P-T 105/5600 - 210/2000 7/F DC - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 186 -
Jolion 1.5T Super Luxury 455 850 9 180 4/1497 P-T 105/5600 - 210/2000 7/F DC - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 186 Sep 21
Jolion 1.5T S Super Luxury 489 550 9 850 4/1499 P-T 130/5500 - 270/1500 7/F DC - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 173 -
Jolion 1.5 HEV Luxury 549 950 11 050 4/1499 P/H 140 - 375 V/F V - - 6.0 6 S S S S S S 115 Oct 23
Jolion 1.5 HEV Super Luxury 579 950 11 650 4/1499 P/H 140 - 375 V/F V - - 6.0 6 S S S S S S 115 -

Honda www.honda.co.za Telephone: 0800 466 321 Dealers: 38


Amaze 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 35 litres • Boot: 360 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Spacious, especially the boot. Bad: Engine doesn't feel that amazing. Our choice: Comfort. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan, Kia Pegas, Proton Saga, Suzuki DZire. Long-term test: Jun 2019 (1.2 Comfort)
Amaze 1.2 Trend 247 900 5 040 4/1199 P 66/6000 - 110/4800 5/F M 12.3 160 6.7 2 S - - S - S 133 -
Amaze 1.2 Comfort 265 900 5 400 4/1199 P 66/6000 71 110/4800 5/F M 12.25 160 6.7 2 S - - S - S 133 Dec 18
Amaze 1.2 Comfort auto 285 900 5 800 4/1199 P 66/6000 - 110/4800 V/F V 13.5 160 6.8 2 S - - S - S 135 -

Ballade 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Solid product as we expect from Honda. Bad: Has crept up the pricing ladder. Our choice: Elegance. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Toyota Corolla Quest / Corolla Sedan, Volkswagen Polo Sedan
Ballade 1.5 Comfort 389 900 7 870 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4500 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S S S S S S 131 -
Ballade 1.5 Elegance 424 900 8 560 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4500 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S S S S S S 131 -
Ballade 1.5 RS 459 900 9 260 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4500 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S S S S S S 131 Aug 21

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BR-V 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 42 litres • Service Plan: Optional 2 year / 30 000 km (Trend) 2 year / 30 000 km (Comfort, Elegance)
Good: SUV styling makes it less Uber-like. Bad: No conventional auto option. Our choice: Elegance. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Hyundai Grand Creta
BR-V 1.5 Trend 399 900 8 070 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 6/F M - - 8.2 4 S - - S S S 163 -
BR-V 1.5 Comfort 429 900 8 660 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 6/F M - - 8.2 6 S - - S S S 163 -
BR-V 1.5 Comfort auto 449 900 9 060 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 7.6 6 S - - S S S 151 -
BR-V 1.5 Elegance 479 900 9 660 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 7.6 6 S S S S S S 151 -
Civic 4-door Sedan / 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 (Sedan RS) 4 (Type R) • Fuel tank: 47 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Civic badge promises driving thrills. Bad: But RS badge is a misnomer. Our choice: Civic Type R. Replacement due: Type R added. Also look at: For RS: Audi A3 Sedan, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, Mercedes A-Class Sedan. For Type R: Audi S3 Sportback, BMW
128ti / M135i, Hyundai i30 N, Renault Mégane RS, Toyota GR Corolla, Volkswagen Golf GTI / Golf R
Civic Sedan 1.5T RS 709 900 14 240 4/1498 P-T 131/6000 - 240/1700 V/F V 8.3 200 7.4 6 S S S S S S 144 -
Civic Type R 999 900 20 010 4/1996 P-T 235/6500 - 420/2600 6/F M 5.5 272 10.1 8 S S S S S S 198 -

CR-V 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 57 litres • Boot: 408/1 328 • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Spacious, perfect for a family and ride quality. Bad: A bit expensive. Our choice: 1.5T Executive AWD. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Audi Q3, BMW X1, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail,
Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan, Volvo XC40 / XC60. Long-term test: Nov 18 (1.5T Exclusive AWD)
CR-V 2.0 Comfort 609 900 12 250 4/1997 P 113/6500 - 189/4300 V/F V 11.2 192 8.8 6 S S S S S S 173 -
CR-V 2.0 Elegance 669 900 13 440 4/1997 P 113/6500 - 189/4300 V/F V 11.2 192 8.8 6 S S S S S S 173 -
CR-V 1.5T Executive 755 900 15 150 4/1498 P-T 140/5600 - 240/2000 V/F V 9.3 200 8.0 6 S S S S S S 159 -
CR-V 1.5T Exclusive AWD 838 900 16 800 4/1498 P-T 140/5600 - 240/2000 V/4 V 9.4 200 8.5 6 S S S S S S 170 -
Fit 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Refined ride, perceived build quality. Bad: Styling might not be to everyone’s taste. Our choice: Elegance. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Fiat Tipo, Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet,
Volkswagen Polo. For Hybrid: Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid
Fit 1.5 Comfort 379 900 7 670 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S S S S S S 132 -
Fit 1.5 Elegance 415 900 8 380 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V 10.73 180 6.6 6 S S S S S S 132 Jun 22
Fit 1.5 Hybrid e:HEV 544 900 10 950 4/1498 P/H 90 - 253 V/F V 9.4 175 4.4 6 S S S S S S 88 -

HR-V 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Design, perceived quality. Bad: Firmish ride, CVT. Our choice: 1.5 Executive. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi Q2, BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Haval Jolion / H6 GT, Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross, Nissan Qashqai, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen Taigo / T-Roc
HR-V 1.5 Comfort 509 900 10 260 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 7.2 4 S - S S S S 144 -
HR-V 1.5 Executive 609 900 12 250 4/1498 P 89/6600 67 145/4300 V/F V 12.34 - 7.2 6 S S S S S S 144 Jun 23

WR-V 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Shares its platform with Jazz. Bad: Lots of rivals. Our choice: Elegance. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Suzuki Fronx, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen
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WR-V 1.2 Comfort 320 800 6 490 4/1199 P 66/6000 - 110/4800 5/F M - - 7.7 6 S - - S - S 149 -
WR-V 1.2 Elegance 363 800 7 350 4/1199 P 66/6000 - 110/4800 5/F M - - 7.7 6 S - S S - S 149 Apr 21

Hyundai www.hyundai.co.za Telephone: 0861 427 222 Dealers: 107


Creta 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 224/1 088 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Wider range than before. Bad: Not very attractive. Our choice: 1.5D. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30,
Mitsubishi ASX, Opel Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Renault Duster / Captur, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross / T-Roc
Creta 1.5 Premium 469 500 9 450 4/1497 P 84/6300 - 144/4500 6/F M 12.0 170 7.8 2 S S S S S S 149 -
Creta 1.5 Premium auto 490 500 9 870 4/1497 P 84/6300 - 144/4500 V/F V 11.8 170 7.6 2 S S S S S S 143 -
Creta 1.5 Executive 522 500 10 510 4/1497 P 84/6300 - 144/4500 V/F V 11.8 170 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -

Grand Creta 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: More space than before. Bad: Not really a proper 7-seater. Our choice: Executive auto. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Honda BR-V, Mahindra XUV700, Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Grand Creta 2.0 Executive 520 500 10 470 4/1999 P 117/6500 - 191/4500 6/F M 9.5 190 10.2 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Grand Creta 2.0 Executive auto 566 500 11 380 4/1999 P 117/6500 - 191/4500 6/F A 10.5 190 10.7 6 S S S S S S 170 -
Grand Creta 2.0 Elite 622 900 12 500 4/1999 P 117/6500 - 191/4500 6/F A 10.5 190 10.7 6 S S S S S S 170 -
Grand Creta 1.5D Executive 588 500 11 820 4/1493 D-T 84/4000 - 250/1500 6/F A 10.5 190 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
Grand Creta 1.5D Elite 644 500 12 930 4/1493 D-T 84/4000 60 250/1500 6/F A 12.85 190 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 Aug 22
Grand i10 5-door Hatch / 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Service Plan: 1 year / 15 000 km
Good: Basic motoring, but a good product. Bad: Is a Kia Picanto more appealing? Our choice: 1.2 Fluid. Replacement due: Facelifted. Sedan added. Also look at: For Hatch: Kia Picanto, Suzuki Celerio, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo Vivo. For Sedan: Honda Amaze,
Kia Pegas, Proton Saga, Suzuki DZire
Grand i10 1.0 Motion Hatch 239 500 4 870 3/998 P 49/5500 - 94/3500 5/F M 14.9 153 6.5 2 S - - S - S 131 -
Grand i10 1.0 Fluid Hatch 277 500 5 630 3/998 P 49/5500 - 94/3500 5/F M 14.9 153 6.5 2 S S S S - S 131 -
Grand i10 1.2 Motion Hatch auto 282 500 5 730 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 114/4000 4/F A 14.5 160 7.1 2 S - - S - S 141 -
Grand i10 1.2 Fluid Hatch 292 500 5 930 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 114/4000 5/F M 12.3 167 6.6 2 S S S S - S 130 Oct 23
Grand i10 1.2 Fluid Hatch auto 323 900 6 550 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 114/4000 4/F A 14.5 160 7.1 2 S S S S - S 141 -
Grand i10 1.2 Fluid Sedan 292 500 5 930 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 114/4000 5/F M 12.3 167 6.6 2 S S S S - S 129 -
Grand i10 1.2 Fluid Sedan auto 323 900 6 550 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 114/4000 4/F A 14.5 160 6.8 2 S S S S - S 135 -
i20 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: A big step closer to the class-leading Polo. Bad: Cheap plastics in the interior. Our choice: 1.0T Fluid. Replacement due: N Line added. Also look at: Honda Fit, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen
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i20 1.2 Motion 333 500 6 740 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 115/4200 5/F M 12.9 169 7.1 2 S S - S - S 135 -
i20 1.2 Fluid 348 900 7 050 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 115/4200 5/F M 12.9 169 7.1 6 S S S S - S 135 May 21
i20 1.4 Motion 366 900 7 410 4/1368 P 74/6000 - 133/4000 6/F A 12.5 173 8.3 2 S S - S - S 151 -
i20 1.0T Fluid 396 500 8 000 3/998 P-T 90/6000 - 172/1500 6/F M 9.7 190 7.8 6 S S S S - S 124 -
i20 1.0T Fluid auto 429 500 8 650 3/998 P-T 90/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 9.9 187 8.3 6 S S S S S S 126 -
i20 1.0T N Line 467 500 9 410 3/998 P-T 90/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 9.9 187 8.3 6 S S S S S S 126 -
i30 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 248/808 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 75 000 km
Good: Hyundai’s first go at a hot hatch is a good one. Bad: Price. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW 128ti, Honda Civic Type R, Renault Mégane RS, Toyota GR Corolla, Volkswagen Golf GTI
i30 N 848 900 17 000 4/1998 P-T 206/5500 134 392/2100 8/F DC 5.81 250 10.7 7 S S S S S S 191 Sep 22

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Kona 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 224/856 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 75 000 km
Good: Available features and more fun to drive than the Creta. Bad: Styling might not be to all tastes. Our choice: 1.6T Executive. Replacement due: Kona N added. Also look at: Citroën C3 Aircross, Ford Puma, Haval H6 GT, Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, Mitsubishi Eclipse
Cross, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen Taigo / T-Roc
Kona 2.0 Executive 522 500 10 510 4/1999 P 110/6200 - 180/4500 V/F V 9.7 195 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
Kona 1.6T N Line 657 900 13 200 4/1598 P-T 146/6000 - 265/1600 7/F DC 7.7 210 9.0 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Kona N 848 900 17 000 4/1998 P-T 206/5500 - 392/2100 8/F DC 5.5 240 10.7 6 S S S S S S 194 -

Palisade 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 / 8 • Fuel tank: 71 litres • Service Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Palisade 2.2D 4WD Elite 7-seater 1 204 500 24 080 4/2199 D-T 142/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 A 10.5 190 9.8 6 S S S S S S 196 -
Palisade 2.2D 4WD Elite 8-seater 1 204 500 24 080 4/2199 D-T 142/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 A 10.5 190 9.8 6 S S S S S S 196 -

Santa Fe 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 64 litres • Boot: 144-472/1 544 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Ride quality and space. Bad: Strong competition from premium manufacturers. Our choice: 4WD Elite for all-round ability. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Ford Everest, Isuzu mu-X, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-60, Peugeot 5008, Toyota Fortuner
Santa Fe 2.2D Executive 931 900 18 660 4/2199 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F DC 9.0 205 9.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -
Santa Fe 2.2D 4WD Elite 1 050 500 21 020 4/2199 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 9.0 205 9.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -
Santa Fe 2.2D 4WD Elite (safety pack) 1 094 500 21 890 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 9.0 205 9.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -

Staria 5-door Crew Bus / MPV • Seats: 5 (Multicab) 9 / 11 (Executive) 9 (Elite, Luxury) • Fuel tank: 75 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km (Multicab, Executive, Elite) 7 year / 105 000 km (Luxury)
Good: An all-purpose MPV from Tron. Bad: Not much. Our choice: 2.2D Elite 9-seater. Replacement due: Multicab added. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class, Opel Zafira, Toyota Quantum, Volkswagen Transporter Kombi / Caravelle
Staria 2.2D Multicab 780 900 15 650 4/2199 D-T 130/3800 - 430/1500 8/F A 12.4 185 10.4 6 S S S S S S 189 -
Staria 2.2D Executive 9-seater 909 900 18 220 4/2199 D-T 130/3800 - 430/1500 8/F A 12.4 185 10.4 6 S S S S S S 189 -
Staria 2.2D Executive 11-seater 921 900 18 460 4/2199 D-T 130/3800 - 430/1500 8/F A 12.4 185 10.4 6 S S S S S S 189 -
Staria 2.2D Elite 1 050 500 21 020 4/2199 D-T 130/3800 - 430/1500 8/F A 12.4 185 10.4 6 S S S S S S 189 -
Staria 2.2D Luxury 1 263 900 25 260 4/2199 D-T 130/3800 - 430/1500 8/F A 12.4 185 10.4 6 S S S S S S 189 -
Tucson 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Impressive standard spec list. Bad: Bland drive. Our choice: Tucson 2.0 Elite. Replacement due: AWD N Line added. Also look at: Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan Qashqai, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70,
Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
Tucson 2.0 Premium 598 900 12 030 4/1999 P 115/6200 - 192/4500 6/F A 11.4 181 10.7 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Tucson 2.0 Executive 655 500 13 150 4/1999 P 115/6200 - 192/4500 6/F A 11.4 181 10.7 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Tucson 2.0 Elite 729 900 14 630 4/1999 P 115/6200 - 192/4500 6/F A 11.4 181 10.7 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Tucson 2.0D Elite 799 500 16 020 4/1998 D-T 137/4000 - 416/2000 8/F A 9.2 201 8.9 6 S S S S S S 169 -
Tucson 2.0D AWD N Line 836 500 16 760 4/1998 D-T 137/4000 - 416/2000 8/4 A 9.4 201 8.9 6 S S S S S S 169 -
Venue 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 272/904 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: Compact and affordable crossover. Bad: Challenging looks, very firm ride quality. Our choice: Fluid AT. Replacement due: Facelifted. N Line added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Honda WR-V, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos,
Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3, Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan Magnite, Opel Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Renault Kiger / Captur, Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross
Venue 1.2 Motion 328 900 6 650 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 115/4000 5/F M 14.2 158 7.8 2 S S - S - S 152 -
Venue 1.0T Motion 397 500 8 020 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 6/F M 11.5 180 7.8 2 S S - S S S 134 -
Venue 1.0T Motion auto 439 500 8 850 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 11.4 180 8.3 2 S S - S S S 138 -
Venue 1.0T Fluid 433 500 8 730 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 6/F M 11.5 180 7.8 6 S S S S S S 134 -
Venue 1.0T Fluid auto 477 500 9 610 3/998 P-T 88/6000 76 172/1500 7/F DC 11.4 180 8.3 6 S S S S S S 138 Mar 20
Venue 1.0T N Line 505 900 10 180 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 11.4 180 8.3 6 S S S S S S 138 -

Ineos www.ineosgrenadier.com/en/za
Grenadier Quartermaster Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Old school bakkie looks. Bad: Expensive for any double cab. Our choice: Base model Quartermaster. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Jeep Gladiator
Grenadier 3.0T Quartermaster Double Cab 1 717 100 34 290 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster Double Cab 1 717 100 34 290 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -
Grenadier 3.0T Quartermaster D/Cab Trialmaster Ed 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster D/C Trialmaster Ed 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -
Grenadier 3.0T Quartermaster D/C Fieldmaster Ed 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster D/C Fieldmaster Ed 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -
Grenadier Station Wagon 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Retro done right. Bad: But is it done too right? Our choice: Any will do. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Land Rover Defender 110, Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Grenadier 3.0T Station Wagon 1 717 100 34 290 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon 1 717 100 34 290 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -
Grenadier 3.0T Station Wagon Trialmaster Edition 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon Trialmaster Edition 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -
Grenadier 3.0T Station Wagon Fieldmaster Edition 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2998 P-T 210/4750 - 450/1750 8x2/4 A 8.8 160 15.4 6 S S S S S S 300 -
Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon Fieldmaster Edition 1 862 100 37 170 i6/2993 D-T 183/3250 - 550/1250 8x2/4 A 9.8 160 11.2 6 S S S S S S 247 -

Isuzu www.isuzu.co.za Telephone: 0800 422 777 Dealers: 142


D-Max Gen 6 Single Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Proven reliability. Bad: Feels more bakkie-like than some competitors. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: Previous D-Max lives on. Also look at: GWM Steed, JAC T6, Mahindra Pik Up
D-Max Gen 6 250c Single Cab 362 700 7 330 4/2499 D-T 58/3900 - 176/1800 5/R M - - 9.5 2 - - - - - - 208 -
D-Max Gen 6 250c Single Cab Fleetside 392 000 7 910 4/2499 D-T 58/3900 - 176/1800 5/R M - - 9.5 2 - - - S - - 208 -
D-Max Gen 6 250 Single Cab Fleetside safety 420 400 8 470 4/2499 D-T 100/3400 - 320/1800 5/R M - - 9.1 2 S - - S S - 199 -
D-Max Gen 6 250 Double Cab Hi-Ride 530 100 10 660 4/2499 D-T 100/3400 - 320/1800 5/R M - - 9.2 2 S - - S S S 203 -
D-Max Gen 6 250 Double Cab Hi-Ride auto 552 200 11 100 4/2499 D-T 100/3400 - 320/1800 5/R A - - 9.7 2 S - - S S S 214 -
D-Max Single Cab / Extended Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 3 (Single Cab base) 2 (Single Cab L, Extended Cab) 5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Honest, hard-working and locally made. Bad: Slightly unpolished. Our choice: 3.0TD D/Cab LS 4x4. Replacement due: AT35 added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen
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D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab 442 800 8 920 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.8 2 S - - S S S 190 -
D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L 461 900 9 300 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.5 2 S - - S S S 186 -
D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L auto 479 900 9 660 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.9 2 S - - S S S 193 -
D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L 4x4 568 500 11 420 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.5 2 S - - S S S 186 -
D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L 4x4 auto 586 500 11 780 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 A - - 8.9 2 S - - S S S 193 -
D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab 490 000 9 860 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.5 2 S - - S S S 186 -
D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab L 510 600 10 270 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.5 2 S - - S S S 186 -
D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab LS 536 300 10 780 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.5 7 S - S S S S 186 -
D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab LS auto 557 800 11 210 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.8 7 S - S S S S 192 -
D-Max 3.0TD Extended Cab LSE 676 700 13 580 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
D-Max 3.0TD Extended Cab LSE 4x4 758 800 15 210 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L 550 900 11 070 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 8.8 2 S - - S S S 190 -

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D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L auto 568 500 11 420 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.8 2 S - - S S S 192 -
D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L 4x4 652 400 13 090 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.9 2 S - - S S S 193 -
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D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS auto 603 800 12 120 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.8 7 S - S S S S 192 -
D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS 4x4 685 200 13 740 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - 8.8 7 S - S S S S 190 -
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D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS X-Rider auto 659 200 13 230 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.9 7 S - S S S S 195 -
D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS X-Rider 4x4 auto 740 700 14 850 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.1 7 S - S S S S 199 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 764 000 15 310 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.8 7 S - S S S S 214 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 auto 781 600 15 660 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.5 7 S - S S S S 208 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LSE 821 700 16 460 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LSE 4x4 869 500 17 410 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab V-Cross 859 800 17 220 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.5 8 S S S S S S 208 -
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab V-Cross 4x4 908 600 18 190 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 64 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A 10.42 - 9.7 8 S S S S S S 212 Sep 22
D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab AT35 4x4 1 159 900 23 190 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 10.2 8 S S S S S S 224 Feb 23
mu-X 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Very likely indestructable. Bad: Rivals more refined. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: Upgraded. 1.9TD LS and 3.0TD LSE 4x4 added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Ford Everest, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Toyota Fortuner
mu-X 1.9TD LS 708 000 14 200 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 8.4 7 S S S S S S 185 Nov 23
mu-X 3.0TD LS 800 000 16 030 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 -
mu-X 3.0TD LS 4x4 885 000 17 720 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 200 -
mu-X 3.0TD LSE 842 800 16 880 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 -
mu-X 3.0TD LSE 4x4 927 700 18 570 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 200 -
mu-X 3.0TD Onyx 4x4 960 600 19 230 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 200 -

JAC www.jacmotors.co.za
T6 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: 2.0VVT and 2.8TDi added. Also look at: GWM Steed 5, Isuzu D-Max Gen 6, Mahindra Pik Up
T6 2.0VVT Double Cab Lux 354 900 7 170 4/1997 P 108/6000 - 190/3000 5/R M - 145 - 2 S - S S - S - -
T6 2.8TDi Double Cab Lux 369 900 7 470 4/2771 D-T 68/3600 - 210/1800 5/R M - - 9.5 2 S - S S - S 184 -
T6 2.8TDi Double Cab 4WD Lux 419 900 8 460 4/2771 D-T 68/3600 - 210/1800 6x2/2-4 M - - 12.6 2 S - S S - S 244 -
T8 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max Gen 6 / D-Max, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
T8 2.0CTi Double Cab Super Lux 449 900 9 060 4/1999 D-T 104/3600 - 320/1600 6/R M - 150 9.4 2 S - S S S S 199 -
T8 2.0CTi Double Cab 4WD Super Lux 499 900 10 060 4/1999 D-T 104/3600 - 320/1600 6x2/2-4 M - 150 9.4 2 S - S S S S 199 -

T9 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: A utilitarian bakkie is always needed. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
T9 2.0CTi Double Cab Lux 529 900 10 650 4/1999 D-T 125/3600 - 410/1500 8/R A - 150 9.4 6 S S S S S S 223 -
T9 2.0CTi Double Cab Super Lux 579 900 11 650 4/1999 D-T 125/3600 - 410/1500 8/R A - 150 9.4 6 S S S S S S 223 -
T9 2.0CTi Double Cab 4WD Lux 599 900 12 050 4/1999 D-T 125/3600 - 410/1500 8x2/2-4 A - 150 9.4 6 S S S S S S 223 -
T9 2.0CTi Double Cab 4WD Super Lux 649 900 13 040 4/1999 D-T 125/3600 - 410/1500 8x2/2-4 A - 150 9.4 6 S S S S S S 223 -

Jaguar www.jaguar.co.za Telephone: 0860 308 400 Dealers: 33


E-Pace 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 65 litres (D200) 67 litres (P250, 300 Sport) 58 litres (P300e) • Boot: 312/968 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Striking looks and standard specification. Bad: Overweight and the petrol models lack torque. Our choice: P300e SE. Replacement due: Updated. Also look at: Audi Q2 / Q3, BMW X1 / X2, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Lexus UX / NX, Maserati Grecale,
Mercedes-Benz GLA / GLC, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC40
E-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE 1 187 900 23 750 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.4 211 6.4 6 S S S S S S 155 -
E-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE 1 259 600 25 180 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.4 211 6.4 6 S S S S S S 155 -
E-Pace P300e AWD R-Dynamic SE 1 613 000 32 210 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.5 216 2.4 6 S S S S S S 48 -
E-Pace P300e AWD R-Dynamic HSE 1 681 900 33 590 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.5 216 2.4 6 S S S S S S 48 -
F-Pace 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 / 63 / 66 / 82 litres (model dependent) • Boot: 304 / 1 024 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Luxurious and very sporty. Bad: Maybe too sporty for some tastes. Our choice: D300 SE. Replacement due: Facelifted. P400e added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, BMW X3 / X5 / X6, Land Rover Range Rover Velar / Range Rover Sport, Mercedes GLC / GLE,
Porsche Macan / Cayenne, Maserati Grecale / Levante
F-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE 1 482 600 29 620 4/1997 D-T 150/4250 - 430/1750 8/4 A 8.0 210 6.2 6 S S S S S S 156 -
F-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE 1 548 100 30 920 4/1997 D-T 150/4250 76.5 430/1750 8/4 A 8.2 210 6.2 6 S S S S S S 156 Feb 22
F-Pace D300 AWD R-Dynamic SE 1 546 500 30 890 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8/4 A 6.4 230 8.3 6 S S S S S S 183 -
F-Pace D300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE 1 613 100 32 220 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8/4 A 6.4 230 8.3 6 S S S S S S 183 -
F-Pace P400e AWD R-Dynamic SE 1 982 300 39 570 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640/1500 8/4 A 5.3 240 2.9 6 S S S S S S 62 -
F-Pace P400e AWD R-Dynamic HSE 2 042 000 40 750 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640/1500 8/4 A 5.3 240 2.9 6 S S S S S S 62 -
F-Pace SVR 2 197 400 43 850 V8/5000 P-S 405/6250 - 700/3500 8/4 A 4.0 286 14.6 6 S S S S S S 272 Jan 22
F-Type 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 70 litres • Boot: 128 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Jaguar’s first true sportscar in a very long time. Bad: Even for a sportscar, on the expensive side. Replacement due: 75 and R75 added. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, BMW M4 / 8 Series / M8, Ford Mustang, Lexus LC, Porsche 718 Cayman / 718 Boxster / 911
F-Type 75 Coupé 2 105 600 42 020 V8/5000 P-S 331/6000 - 580/2500 8/4 A 4.6 285 13.0 6 S S S S S S 252 -
F-Type R75 Coupé 3 009 900 60 020 V8/5000 P-S 423/6500 - 700/3500 8/4 A 3.7 300 12.4 6 S S S S S S 241 -

I-Pace 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Boot: 320/1 168 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Capable in a variety of conditions. Bad: You pay for this latest technology. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi e-tron / e-tron Sportback, BMW iX, Mercedes EQS SUV, Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo
I-Pace EV400 AWD R-Dynamic HSE 2 465 000 49 170 electric E 294 - 696 E/4 E 4.8 200 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -

Jeep www.jeep.co.za Telephone: 0800 2479 7537 Dealers: 24


Gladiator Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 83 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km
Good: Chuck Norris would drive one. Bad: Hollywood isn't big enough to park it in. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster
Gladiator 3.6 Rubicon Double Cab 1 344 900 26 880 V6/3604 P 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A - - 14.9 4 S S S S S S 288 -

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Grand Cherokee 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (Grand Cherokee non-L models) 7 (Grand Cherokee L Limited, L Overland) 6 (L Summit Reserve) • Fuel tank: 87 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Tons of space and luxury. Bad: Lacks elegance of European rivals. Our choice: Overland. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Hyundai Palisade, Land Rover Discovery, Mercedes GLE , Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado / 300, VW Touareg, Volvo XC90
Grand Cherokee 3.6 4x4 Limited 1 384 900 27 670 V6/3604 P 210/6400 - 344/4000 8/4 A - - 11.9 8 S S S S S S 263 -
Grand Cherokee 3.6 4x4 Overland 1 602 900 32 010 V6/3604 P 210/6400 - 344/4000 8/4 A - - 11.9 8 S S S S S S 263 -
Grand Cherokee 3.6 4x4 Summit Reserve 1 806 900 36 070 V6/3604 P 210/6400 - 344/4000 8/4 A - - 11.9 8 S S S S S S 263 -
Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Limited 1 404 900 28 070 V6/3604 P 210/6400 - 344/4000 8/4 A - - 12.7 8 S S S S S S 243 -
Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Overland 1 622 900 32 410 V6/3604 P 210/6400 92 344/4000 8/4 A 9.35 - 12.7 8 S S S S S S 243 Dec 22
Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Summit Reserve 1 826 900 36 470 V6/3604 P 210/6400 - 344/4000 8/4 A - - 12.7 8 S S S S S S 243 -
Renegade 5-door Cross-Over/SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 48 litres • Boot: 216/994 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Boutique styling with Jeep charm. Bad: No more than a badge-engineered Fiat 500X. Our choice: 1.4T Limited. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta /
Kona, Kia Seltos, MINI Countryman, Toyota Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo
Renegade 1.4T Longitude 510 900 10 280 4/1368 P-T 103/5500 - 230/1750 6/F DC 11.0 181 7.1 6 S - S S S S 137 -
Renegade 1.4T Limited 560 900 11 270 4/1368 P-T 103/5500 - 230/1750 6/F DC 11.0 181 7.1 6 S S S S S S 137 -

Wrangler 2/4-door SUV • Seats: 4 (Wrangler) 5 (Wrangler Unlimited) • Fuel tank: 66 litres (Wrangler) 81 litres (Wrangler Unlimited) • Boot: 384/1 392 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km
Good: Updated, but still a proper off-road vehicle. Bad: Old engine, but more expensive. Our choice: Depends on one’s needs - small price difference between models. Replacement due: Range updated. Also look at: For Wrangler: Land Rover Defender 90. For
Wrangler Unlimited: BAIC B40 Plus, Ineos Grenadier, Land Rover Defender 110
Wrangler 3.6 Rubicon 1 070 900 21 420 V6/3604 P 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A 7.5 180 12.1 4 S S S S S S 235 -
Wrangler Unlimited 3.6 Sport 1 019 900 20 410 V6/3604 P 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A 7.8 180 11.6 4 S S S S S S 225 -
Wrangler Unlimited 3.6 Rubicon 1 121 900 22 440 V6/3604 P 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A 7.8 180 12.4 4 S S S S S S 239 -

Kia www.kia.co.za Telephone: 011 457 0200 Dealers: 74


Carnival 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 (EX, SX Limited, SXL) 8 (EX+) • Fuel tank: 72 litres • Maintenance Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Spacious and efficient. Bad: Untested. Our choice: 2.2DRDi SX Limited. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Hyundai Staria, Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class, Opel Zafira, Toyota Quantum, Volkswagen Transporter Kombi / Caravelle
Carnival 2.2CRDi EX 923 995 18 500 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F A 10.7 190 8.2 7 S S S S S S 177 -
Carnival 2.2CRDi EX+ 1 003 995 20 090 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F A 10.7 190 8.2 7 S S S S S S 177 -
Carnival 2.2CRDi SX Limited 1 123 995 22 480 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F A 10.7 190 8.2 7 S S S S S S 177 -
Carnival 2.2CRDi SXL 1 148 995 22 980 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F A 10.7 190 8.2 7 S S S S S S 177 -
Pegas 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: 1.4 EX auto. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Honda Amaze, Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan, Proton Saga, Suzuki DZire
Pegas 1.4 LX 288 995 5 860 4/1368 P 69/6000 - 132/4000 5/F M - 170 6.8 2 S - - S - S 135 -
Pegas 1.4 EX 299 995 6 080 4/1368 P 69/6000 - 132/4000 5/F M - 170 6.8 2 S - S S - S 135 -
Pegas 1.4 EX auto 314 995 6 380 4/1368 P 69/6000 - 132/4000 4/F A - 170 7.2 2 S - S S - S 143 -

Picanto 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 35 litres • Boot: 144/728 • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Comfort, build quality and overall refinement. Bad: Short service plan. Our choice: 1.2 Street. Replacement due: X-Line added. Also look at: Hyundai Grand i10, Peugeot 108 / 208, Renault Kwid, Suzuki S-Presso / Celerio, Toyota Vitz / Starlet
Picanto 1.0 Start 235 995 4 800 3/998 P 49/5500 - 95/3750 5/F M - 155 6.0 2 S - - S - S 118 -
Picanto 1.0 Start auto 249 995 5 080 3/998 P 49/5500 - 95/3750 4/F A - 155 6.4 2 S - - S - S 126 -
Picanto 1.0 Street 249 995 5 080 3/998 P 49/5500 - 95/3750 5/F M - 155 6.0 2 S - - S - S 118 -
Picanto 1.0 Street auto 263 995 5 360 3/998 P 49/5500 - 95/3750 4/F A - 155 6.4 2 S - - S - S 126 -
Picanto 1.0 Style 259 995 5 280 3/998 P 49/5000 - 95/3750 5/F M - 155 6.0 2 S S - S - S 118 -
Picanto 1.0 Style auto 273 995 5 560 3/998 P 49/5000 - 95/3750 4/F A - 155 6.4 2 S S - S - S 126 -
Picanto 1.2 Street 258 995 5 260 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 5/F M - 170 6.0 2 S - - S - S 116 -
Picanto 1.2 Street auto 272 995 5 540 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 4/F A - 170 7.1 2 S - - S - S 138 -
Picanto 1.2 Style 268 995 5 460 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 5/F M - 170 6.0 2 S S - S - S 116 -
Picanto 1.2 Style auto 282 995 5 740 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 4/F A - 170 7.1 2 S S - S - S 138 -
Picanto 1.2 X-Line 285 995 5 800 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 5/F M - 170 6.0 2 S S - S - S 116 -
Picanto 1.2 X-Line auto 299 995 6 080 4/1248 P 61/6000 - 122/4000 4/F A - 160 7.1 2 S S - S - S 138 -
Seltos 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 256/1 072 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Modern styling and variety of model derivatives. Bad: Minor drivetrain lag. Our choice: EX or EX+. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai
Venue / Creta, Jeep Renegade, Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, Mitsubishi ASX, Opel Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Renault Duster / Captur, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross. Long-term test: April 2021 (1.5 CRDi EX+)
Seltos 1.6 EX 465 995 9 380 4/1591 P 90/6300 - 151/4850 6/F M 11.2 175 8.3 6 S S S S - S 157 -
Seltos 1.6 EX auto 483 995 9 740 4/1591 P 90/6300 - 151/4850 6/F A 11.2 175 8.6 6 S S S S - S 164 -
Seltos 1.6 EX+ 501 995 10 100 4/1591 P 90/6300 71 151/4850 6/F A 12.65 175 8.6 6 S S S S S S 164 May 20
Seltos 1.5CRDi EX 495 995 9 980 4/1493 D-T 86/4000 - 250/1500 6/F M 11.5 176 6.1 6 S S S S - S 134 -
Seltos 1.5CRDi EX auto 513 995 10 340 4/1493 D-T 86/4000 - 250/1500 6/F A 11.5 176 6.8 6 S S S S - S 151 -
Seltos 1.5CRDi EX+ 531 995 10 700 4/1493 D-T 86/4000 - 250/1500 6/F A 11.5 176 6.8 6 S S S S S S 151 -
Seltos 1.4T-GDI GT Line 561 995 11 290 4/1353 P-T 103/6000 80 242/1500 7/F DC 9.57 189 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 Mar 20
Sonet 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Value for money, solid build quality. Bad: Divisive styling, 1.5 engine lacks torque, sluggish CVT. Our choice: 1.5 EX. Replacement due: 1.0T and EX+ added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault
Kiger, Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross. Long-term test: May 21 (1.5 EX)
Sonet 1.5 LX 360 995 7 290 4/1497 P 85/6300 - 144/4500 6/F M 11.3 170 8.4 2 S S - S S S 160 -
Sonet 1.5 LX auto 381 995 7 710 4/1497 P 85/6300 - 144/4500 V/F V 11.8 170 8.6 2 S S - S S S 163 -
Sonet 1.5 EX 380 995 7 690 4/1497 P 85/6300 78 144/4500 6/F M 11.3 170 8.4 2 S S - S S S 160 Feb 22
Sonet 1.5 EX auto 401 995 8 110 4/1497 P 85/6300 - 144/4500 V/F V 11.8 170 8.6 2 S S - S S S 163 -
Sonet 1.0T EX 423 995 8 550 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 11.3 185 7.2 2 S S - S S S 137 -
Sonet 1.0T EX+ 453 995 9 140 3/998 P-T 88/6000 - 172/1500 7/F DC 11.3 185 7.2 6 S S S S S S 137 -
Sorento 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Maintenance Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Spacious. Bad: Some competitors better off-road. Our choice: 2.2CRDi AWD EX+. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Everest, Hyundai Santa Fe / Palisade, Isuzu mu-X, Mazda CX-60, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Peugeot 5008, Toyota Fortuner
Sorento 2.2CRDi EX+ 933 995 18 700 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/F DC 10.7 190 8.2 6 S S S S S S 177 -
Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD EX+ 973 995 19 490 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 10.7 190 8.2 6 S S S S S S 177 -
Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD SX 1 038 995 20 790 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 10.7 190 8.2 6 S S S S S S 177 -
Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD SXL 1 118 995 22 380 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 10.7 190 8.2 6 S S S S S S 177 -
Sportage 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Strong value. Bad: Very little. Replacement due: LX and EX upgraded. Also look at: Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Qashqai, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan
Sportage 1.6CRDi LX 655 995 13 160 4/1598 D-T 100/4000 - 320/2000 7/F DC 11.4 180 5.9 6 S S S S S S 129 Feb 23
Sportage 1.6CRDi EX 709 995 14 240 4/1598 D-T 100/4000 - 320/2000 7/F DC 11.4 180 5.9 6 S S S S S S 129 -
Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line 731 995 14 680 4/1598 P-T 132/5500 - 265/1500 7/F DC 8.8 201 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 -
Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line Plus 759 995 15 230 4/1598 P-T 132/5500 - 265/1500 7/F DC 8.8 201 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 -
Sportage 1.6CRDi GT Line Plus 783 995 15 710 4/1598 D-T 100/4000 - 320/2000 7/F DC 11.4 180 5.9 6 S S S S S S 129 -
Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line S 816 995 16 370 4/1598 P-T 132/5500 - 265/1500 7/F DC 8.8 201 7.8 6 S S S S S S 149 -

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Lamborghini www.johannesburg.lamborghini Telephone: 010 020 3680 Dealers: 1
Huracán 2-door Coupé / Convertible (Spyder) • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 83 litres (Evo, Tecnica, Sterrato) 80 litres (STO) • Boot: 64 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Great sounding V10 engine. Bad: Seating position is far from perfect. Our choice: Huracán Tecnica. Replacement due: Evo and Spyder re-introduced. Sterrato added. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, Ferrari 296, Maserati MC20, McLaren GT, Porsche 911. For
Sterrato: Porsche 911 Dakar
Huracán Evo RWD Coupé 5 200 000 103 620 V10/5204 P 449/8000 - 560/6500 7/R DC 3.3 325 16.6 4 S S O S S S 330 -
Huracán Evo RWD Spyder 6 750 000 134 470 V10/5204 P 449/8000 - 560/6500 7/R DC 3.5 324 16.7 4 S S O S S S 335 -
Huracán Tecnica 5 800 000 115 560 V10/5204 P 470/8000 - 565/6500 7/R DC 3.2 325 17.4 4 S S O S S S 328 -
Huracán Sterrato 6 625 000 131 990 V10/5204 P 449/8000 - 560/6500 7/4 DC 3.4 260 17.9 4 S S O S S S 337 -
Huracán STO 8 750 000 174 290 V10/5204 P 470/8000 - 565/6500 7/R DC 3.0 310 16.7 4 S S O S S S 331 -
Revuelto 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: TBA • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: The first Lambo to adopt a hybrid powertrain. Bad: All-wheel drive not the purest experience. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin DB12, McLaren 750S
Revuelto 12 800 000 254 910 V12/6499 P/H 747/9250 - 725+e/6750 8/4 DC 2.5 350+ TBA 4 S S S S S S TBA -

Urus 5-door SUV • Seats: 5/4 • Fuel tank: 85 litres • Boot: 400/1 024 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Probably the most sporty SUV to date. Bad: Pricey. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: S and Performante added. Also look at: Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, BMW X6 M, Ferrari Purosangue, Mercedes-AMG GLE S, Porsche Cayenne turbo GT
Urus S 4 550 000 90 680 V8/3996 P-T 490/6000 - 850/2300 8/4 A 3.5 305 16.9 6 S S S S S S 320 -
Urus Performante 4 950 000 98 640 V8/3996 P-T 490/6000 - 850/2250 8/4 A 3.3 306 16.9 6 S S S S S S 320 -

Land Rover www.landrover.co.za Telephone: 0860 110 090 Dealers: 31


Defender 3/5-door SUV • Seats: 5/opt 6 (Defender 90) 5/opt 6/7 (110) 5 (130 Outbound) 8 (other 130) • Fuel tank: 89 (D250/D300) 90 litres (P400, P400e, V8) • Boot: 408/1 704 litres (Defender 110) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Brilliant design. Capable off-road. Bad: Pricey. Our choice: Cheaper models make more sense. Replacement due: D250, 110 County, 130 Outbound and 130 V8 added. Also look at: For Defender 90: Jeep Wrangler 3-door. For Defender 110 / 130: Ineos Grenadier,
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited / Grand Cherokee L, Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Defender 90 D250 SE 1 515 100 30 270 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 - 570/1250 8x2/4 A 8.0 188 10.0 6 S S S S S S 218 -
Defender 90 D300 X-Dynamic HSE 1 777 500 35 490 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 6.7 191 9.6 6 S S S S S S 209 -
Defender 90 P400 X-Dynamic HSE 1 826 400 36 460 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.0 191 11.9 6 S S S S S S 225 -
Defender 90 D300 X 1 915 800 38 240 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 6.7 191 9.6 6 S S S S S S 209 -
Defender 90 P400 X 1 956 000 39 040 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.0 191 11.9 6 S S S S S S 225 -
Defender 90 V8 2 773 400 55 310 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 152 625/2500 8x2/4 A 5.37 240 15.4 6 S S S S S S 295 Jan 23
Defender 90 V8 Carpathian Edition 2 882 600 57 490 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 - 625/2500 8x2/4 A 5.2 240 15.4 6 S S S S S S 295 -
Defender 110 D250 SE 1 546 700 30 890 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 - 570/1250 8x2/4 A 8.3 188 10.0 6 S S S S S S 218 -
Defender 110 D250 SE County 1 565 900 31 280 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 - 570/1250 8x2/4 A 8.3 188 10.0 6 S S S S S S 218 -
Defender 110 D250 XS Edition 1 637 500 32 700 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 - 570/1250 8x2/4 A 8.3 188 10.0 6 S S S S S S 218 -
Defender 110 D300 X-Dynamic HSE 1 812 400 36 180 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 7.0 191 9.6 6 S S S S S S 209 -
Defender 110 P400 X-Dynamic HSE 1 859 200 37 120 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.1 191 11.9 6 S S S S S S 226 -
Defender 110 P400e X-Dynamic HSE 2 135 900 42 620 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640 8x2/4 A 5.6 191 3.4 6 S S S S S S 64 -
Defender 110 D300 X 1 981 400 39 550 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 7.0 191 9.6 6 S S S S S S 209 Dec 21
Defender 110 P400 X 2 033 600 40 590 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.4 191 11.9 6 S S S S S S 226 -
Defender 110 P400e X 2 198 900 43 880 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640 8x2/4 A 5.6 191 3.4 6 S S S S S S 64 -
Defender 110 V8 2 899 000 57 810 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 - 625/2500 8x2/4 A 5.4 240 15.4 6 S S S S S S 295 -
Defender 110 V8 Carpathian Edition 3 009 400 60 010 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 - 625/2500 8x2/4 A 5.4 240 15.4 6 S S S S S S 295 -
Defender 130 D300 X-Dynamic HSE 1 935 500 38 630 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 7.5 191 9.8 6 S S S S S S 216 -
Defender 130 P400 X-Dynamic HSE 1 981 500 39 550 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.6 191 12.6 6 S S S S S S 235 -
Defender 130 P400 Outbound 1 967 400 39 270 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.6 191 12.6 6 S S S S S S 235 -
Defender 130 D300 X 2 102 300 41 950 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 7.5 191 9.8 6 S S S S S S 216 -
Defender 130 P400 X 2 154 900 43 000 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 6.6 191 12.6 6 S S S S S S 235 -
Defender 130 V8 3 015 700 60 140 V8/5000 P-S 368/6000 - 610/2500 8x2/4 A 5.7 240 15.4 6 S S S S S S 295 -
Discovery 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 (Optional 5) • Fuel tank: 85 litres (D300) 89 litres (P360) • Boot: 88/1 592 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Comfortable and soft ride. Bad: None. Our choice: D300 Dynamic HSE. Replacement due: Upgraded. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5 / X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Lexus RX / LX, Mercedes GLE / GLS, Porsche Cayenne, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Volkswagen
Touareg, Volvo XC90
Discovery D300 S 1 772 300 35 390 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8(x2)/4 A 6.8 209 8.9 6 S S S S S S 205 -
Discovery P360 S 1 773 200 35 400 i6/2996 P-T 265/5500 - 500/1750 8x2/4 A 6.5 209 11.2 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Discovery D300 Dynamic SE 1 911 500 38 160 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8(x2)/4 A 6.8 209 8.9 6 S S S S S S 205 -
Discovery P360 Dynamic SE 1 912 400 38 170 i6/2996 P-T 265/5500 - 500/1750 8x2/4 A 6.5 209 11.2 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Discovery D300 Dynamic HSE 2 028 200 40 480 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 6.8 209 8.9 6 S S S S S S 205 -
Discovery P360 Dynamic HSE 2 029 200 40 500 i6/2996 P-T 265/5500 - 500/1750 8x2/4 A 6.5 209 11.2 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Discovery D300 Metropolitan Edition 2 109 300 42 090 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8x2/4 A 6.8 209 9.4 6 S S S S S S 205 -
Discovery P360 Metropolitan Edition 2 110 200 42 110 i6/2996 P-T 265/5500 - 500/1750 8x2/4 A 6.5 209 11.2 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Discovery Sport 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (P300e) 7 (D200) • Fuel tank: 57 litres (P300e) 65 litres (D200) • Boot: 320-400/1288 litres (5-seater) 48/1 232 litres (7-seater) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Off-road ability. Bad: Performance. Our choice: D200. Replacement due: Upgraded. Also look at: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Ford Everest, Hyundai Santa Fe, Isuzu mu-X, Kia Sorento, Lexus NX, Mercedes-Benz GLB / GLC, Peugeot 5008, Volvo XC60
Discovery Sport D200 Dynamic SE 1 305 400 26 090 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.6 209 7.3 7 S S S S S S 161 -
Discovery Sport P300e Dynamic SE 1 715 000 34 240 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.6 209 2.0 7 S S S S S S 33 -
Discovery Sport D200 Dynamic HSE 1 363 400 27 250 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.6 209 7.3 7 S S S S S S 161 -
Discovery Sport P300e Dynamic HSE 1 798 200 35 900 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.6 209 2.0 7 S S S S S S 33 -
Range Rover 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (Range Rover / Range Rover L) 7 (L 7 seats) Optional 4 (SV L) • Fuel tank: 72 litres (P460e) 80 litres (D350) 90 litres (P530/P615) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Ultra-luxurious and extremely capable. Bad: Difficult to choose. Our choice: Any will do. Replacement due: P460e and P615 added. Also look at: Bentley Bentayga, BMW X7 / XM, Lexus LX, Mercedes-Benz/AMG/Maybach GLS, Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Range Rover D350 HSE 3 246 100 64 720 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.1 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover P460e HSE 3 315 500 66 100 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.5 225 TBA 6 S S S S S S 21 -
Range Rover P460e HSE L 3 417 000 68 130 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.6 225 TBA 6 S S S S S S 21 -
Range Rover P530 HSE 3 615 700 72 080 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8x2/4 A 4.6 250 14.2 6 S S S S S S 275 -
Range Rover D350 Autobiography 3 760 900 74 970 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.1 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover D350 Autobiography L 3 853 700 76 820 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.3 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover D350 Autobiography L 7 seats 3 887 500 77 490 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.4 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover P460e Autobiography 3 829 600 76 340 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.5 225 TBA 6 S S S S S S 21 -
Range Rover P460e Autobiography L 3 929 200 78 320 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.6 225 TBA 6 S S S S S S 21 -
Range Rover P530 Autobiography 4 156 300 82 840 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 145 750/1800 8x2/4 A 5.59 250 14.2 8 S S S S S S 275 Apr 23
Range Rover P530 Autobiography L 4 253 800 84 780 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8x2/4 A 4.7 250 14.2 8 S S S S S S 275 -
Range Rover P530 Autobiography L 7 seats 4 289 300 85 490 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 - 750/1800 8x2/4 A 4.8 250 14.2 8 S S S S S S 275 -
Range Rover D350 SV 4 376 700 87 230 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.1 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover D350 SV L 4 850 700 96 670 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8x2/4 A 6.3 234 8.9 8 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover P460e SV L 4 923 900 98 120 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.6 225 TBA 6 S S S S S S 21 -

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Range Rover P615 SV 4 797 100 95 600 V8/4395 P-T 452/5850 - 750/1800 8x2/4 A 4.3 261 14.0 6 S S S S S S 266 -
Range Rover P615 SV L 5 295 900 105 530 V8/4395 P-T 452/5850 - 750/1800 8x2/4 A 4.4 261 14.2 6 S S S S S S 268 -
Range Rover Evoque 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 57 litres (P300e) 65 litres (D200) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Design similar to that of more expensive Range Rover products. Bad: Pricey compared to rivals. Our choice: Any D200. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5, BMW X2 / X3 / X4, Jaguar E-Pace, Lexus NX, Maserati Grecale,
Mercedes GLC, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60
Range Rover Evoque D200 Dynamic SE 1 258 100 25 150 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.5 213 7.0 6 S S S S S S 149 -
Range Rover Evoque D200 Dynamic HSE 1 310 900 26 200 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.5 213 7.0 6 S S S S S S 149 -
Range Rover Evoque D200 Autobiography 1 422 200 28 420 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 - 430/1750 9/4 A 8.5 213 7.0 6 S S S S S S 149 -
Range Rover Evoque P300e Dynamic SE 1 647 900 32 910 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.4 213 2.4 6 S S S S S S 43 -
Range Rover Evoque P300e Dynamic HSE 1 702 000 33 990 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 540/2000 8/4 A 6.4 213 2.4 6 S S S S S S 43 -
Range Rover Sport 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 71 litres (P460e) 80 litres (D350,P400) 90 litres (P635 SV) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Drop-dead gorgeous styling. Bad: The price premium. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: P460e and P635 SV added. Also look at: BMW X5, Jaguar F-Pace, Lexus RX, Maserati Levante, Mercedes GLE, Porsche Cayenne, Volvo XC90
Range Rover Sport D350 Dynamic SE 2 283 700 45 570 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8(x2)/4 A 5.9 234 8.9 6 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover Sport P400 Dynamic SE 2 287 200 45 640 i6/2996 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8(x2)/4 A 5.7 242 11.3 6 S S S S S S 219 -
Range Rover Sport P460e Dynamic SE 2 694 400 53 740 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.6 225 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 -
Range Rover Sport D350 Dynamic HSE 2 413 600 48 150 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8(x2)/4 A 5.9 234 8.9 6 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover Sport P400 Dynamic HSE 2 420 700 48 290 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8/4 A 5.7 242 11.3 6 S S S S S S 219 -
Range Rover Sport P460e Dynamic HSE 2 745 600 54 760 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 - 550/2000 8x2/4 A 5.6 225 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 -
Range Rover Sport D350 Autobiography 2 482 500 49 520 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 - 700/1500 8(x2)/4 A 5.9 234 8.9 6 S S S S S S 196 -
Range Rover Sport P400 Autobiography 2 511 700 50 100 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 - 550/2000 8/4 A 5.7 242 11.3 6 S S S S S S 219 -
Range Rover Sport P635 SV Edition One 3 965 000 79 030 V8/4395 P-T 467/6000 - 750/1800 8/4 A 3.8 290 14.0 6 S S S S S S 267 -
Range Rover Velar 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 62 litres (D200) 68 litres (D300) 69 litres (P400e) • Boot: 312/1 096 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Perhaps the best-looking Range Rover to date. Bad: Pricing close to RR Sport. Our choice: D300. Replacement due: Facelifted. Autobiography added. Also look at: Audi Q8, Porsche Macan / Cayenne / Cayenne Coupé, BMW X5 / X6, Mercedes GLE, Jaguar
F-Pace / I-Pace, Lexus RX
Range Rover Velar D200 Dynamic SE 1 670 900 33 370 4/1998 D-T 146/4250 - 430/1750 8/4 A 8.3 210 7.1 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Range Rover Velar D200 Dynamic HSE 1 814 300 36 220 4/1998 D-T 146/4250 - 430/1750 8/4 A 8.3 210 7.1 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Range Rover Velar D300 Dynamic SE 1 857 100 37 070 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8/4 A 6.5 230 8.8 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Range Rover Velar D300 Dynamic HSE 1 984 100 39 600 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8/4 A 6.5 230 8.8 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Range Rover Velar D300 Autobiography 2 089 700 41 700 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 - 650/1500 8/4 A 6.5 230 8.8 6 S S S S S S 193 -
Range Rover Velar P400e Dynamic SE 2 093 300 41 780 4/1998 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640/1500 8/4 A 5.4 209 2.6 6 S S S S S S 51 -
Range Rover Velar P400e Dynamic HSE 2 202 700 43 950 4/1998 P-T/H 297/5500 - 640/1500 8/4 A 5.4 209 2.6 6 S S S S S S 51 -

Lexus www.lexus.co.za Telephone: 0800 139 111 Dealers: 19


ES 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres (ES 300h) 60 litres (ES 250) • Boot: 352 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Cabin, subtle ride quality and price. Bad: Lacks powerful derivative. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan, Volvo S90
ES 250 EX 826 500 16 560 4/2494 P 152/6600 95 243/4000 8/F A 9.20 210 7.9 10 S S S S S S 150 Dec 18
ES 300h EX 889 200 17 810 4/2494 P/H 160 - 221+e V/F V 8.9 180 5.5 10 S S S S S S 104 -
ES 300h SE 1 094 300 21 890 4/2494 P/H 160 - 221+e V/F V 8.9 180 5.5 10 S S S S S S 104 -

IS 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 66 litres • Boot: 328/896 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Lexus reliability, ride quality and specification level. Bad: Tight cockpit, needs performance model. Our choice: F Sport. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz CLA / C-Class, Subaru WRX
IS 300h EX 1 000 100 20 010 4/2494 P/H 164 - 221+e V/R V 8.7 200 6.2 10 S S S S S S 122 -
IS 300h SE 1 069 700 21 400 4/2494 P/H 164 - 221+e V/R V 8.7 200 6.2 10 S S S S S S 122 Oct 21
IS 300h F Sport 1 099 500 21 990 4/2494 P/H 164 - 221+e V/R V 8.7 200 6.2 10 S S S S S S 122 -
LC 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 82 litres • Boot: 168 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: 500h hybrid added. Also look at: BMW 8 Series Coupé, Jaguar F-Type, Porsche 911 Coupé
LC 500h Coupé 2 542 800 50 720 V6/3456 P/H 264/6600 - 350+e V/R V 5.0 250 8.0 8 S S S S S S 152 -

LX 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (LX 500d, 500d F Sport, 600 F Sport) 7 (LX 600) 4 (LX 600 VIP) • Fuel tank: 110 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 services / 100 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: 500d F Sport. Replacement due: Urban added. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X7, Land Rover Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz/Maybach GLS, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser 300
LX 500d F Sport 2 517 500 50 220 V6/3346 D-T 225/4000 - 700/1600 10/4 A - 210 10.0 8 S S S S S S 220 -
LX 500d Urban 2 519 000 50 250 V6/3346 D-T 225/4000 - 700/1600 10/4 A - 210 10.0 8 S S S S S S 220 -
LX 600 F Sport 2 553 600 50 940 V6/3445 P-T 305/5200 - 650/2000 10/4 A - 210 13.6 8 S S S S S S 272 -
LX 600 Urban 2 580 100 51 470 V6/3445 P-T 305/5200 - 650/2000 10/4 A - 210 13.6 8 S S S S S S 272 -
LX 600 VIP 2 997 400 59 770 V6/3445 P-T 305/5200 - 650/2000 10/4 A - 210 13.6 8 S S S S S S 272 -
NX 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 services / 105 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Jaguar E-Pace, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Maserati Grecale, Mercedes GLC, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60
NX 250 EX 977 700 19 570 4/2494 P 152/6600 - 243/4000 8/4 A 9.1 200 8.5 7 S S S S S S 161 -
NX 350h EX 1 010 100 20 210 4/2494 P/H 179e - 239+e V/4 V 7.7 200 6.0 7 S S S S S S 114 -
NX 350h SE 1 184 600 23 690 4/2494 P/H 179e - 239+e V/4 V 7.7 200 6.0 7 S S S S S S 114 -
NX 350h F Sport 1 212 800 24 250 4/2494 P/H 179e - 239+e V/4 V 7.7 200 6.0 7 S S S S S S 114 -
NX 350 F Sport 1 224 000 24 470 4/2393 P-T 205/6000 - 430/1700 8/4 A 7.0 200 9.7 7 S S S S S S 185 -
RX 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 67.5 litres (RX 350) 55 litres (450h+) 65 litres (350h / 500h) • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Much-needed update. Bad: Hybrid 350h a bit asthmatic. Our choice: 350 F Sport. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q7 / Q8, BMW X5 / X6, Jaguar F-Pace, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Maserati Levante, Mercedes GLE, Volvo XC90
RX 350 1 452 500 29 020 4/2393 P-T 205/6000 - 430/1700 8/4 A 7.6 200 10.4 10 S S S S S S 197 -
RX 350h 1 487 500 29 720 4/2494 P/H 184 - 239+e V/4 V 7.9 200 6.5 10 S S S S S S 123 -
RX 350 F Sport 1 574 100 31 440 4/2393 P-T 205/6000 - 430/1700 8/4 A 7.6 200 10.4 10 S S S S S S 197 -
RX 450h+ 1 629 300 32 540 4/2494 P/H 227 - 227+e V/4 V 6.5 200 1.6 10 S S S S S S 29 -
RX 500h F Sport 1 723 100 34 410 4/2393 P-T/H 273 - 460+e 6/4 A 5.99 210 7.8 10 S S S S S S 148 Mar 24
UX 5-door Cross-Over/SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres • Boot: 192-832 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km
Good: Unique design and high specification level. Bad: Drivetrain might not be to all tastes. Our choice: EX. Replacement due: F Sport added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2, BMW X2, Jaguar E-Pace, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Subaru Crosstrek, Volvo XC40
UX 250h EX 866 500 17 350 4/1987 P/H 135 - 188+e V/F V 8.5 177 5.4 8 S S S S S S 103 -
UX 250h SE 955 700 19 130 4/1987 P/H 135 - 188+e V/F V 8.5 177 5.4 8 S S S S S S 103 -
UX 250h F Sport 1 015 300 20 320 4/1987 P/H 135 - 188+e V/F V 8.5 177 5.4 8 S S S S S S 103 -

Mahindra www.mahindra.co.za Telephone: 012 661 3161 Dealers: 67


Pik Up Single / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 4/5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Payload: 995 kg • Service Plan: Optional 5 year / 90 000 km (S4) 5 year / 90 000 km (S6, S10. S11)
Good: Still tough and now offering frugal consumption. Bad: More agricultural than some rivals. Our choice: Double Cab for ultimate practicality. Replacement due: Single Cab Karoo and Double Cab Karoo Dew added. Also look at: GWM Steed 5, Isuzu D-Max Gen 6,
JAC T6. Long-term test: June 2019 (DC 4x4 S10)
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S4 269 699 5 470 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6/R M - - 9.5 - - - - O - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S4 4x4 310 699 6 290 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 - - - - S - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S6 337 699 6 830 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6/R M - - 9.5 2 S - S S - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S6 Karoo 406 999 8 210 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6/R M - - 9.2 2 S - S S - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab 4x4 S6 376 699 7 600 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 2 S - S S - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab 4x4 S6 Karoo 445 299 8 970 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.5 2 S - S S - - 210 -
Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S6 399 199 8 050 4/2179 D-T 103/3750 - 320/1500 6/R M - - 9.5 2 S - S S - - 210 -

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Scorpio-N 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 57 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: An affordable, spacious, safe and capable 4x4 7-seater. Bad: It's not Japanese. Our choice: Z8 4XPlor. Replacement due: New. Adventure added. Also look at: BAIC B40 Plus, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Haval H6, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Nissan X-Trail, Proton X70, Renault Koleos
Scorpio-N 2.2D Z4 477 199 9 600 4/2179 D-T 129/3500 - 400/1750 6/R A - - - 2 S - S S S S 174 -
Scorpio-N 2.2D Z8 523 199 10 520 4/2179 D-T 129/3500 - 400/1750 6/R A - - - 6 S S S S S S 174 -
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XUV300 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 42 litres • Boot: 160/992 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Frugal 1.5 turbodiesel engine. Bad: No automatic. Our choice: 1.5TD W6. Replacement due: W6 SE added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mazda CX-3, Nissan Magnite, Opel Crossland,
Peugeot 2008, Renault Kiger / Duster, Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross. Long Term Test: May 21 ( 1.5TD W8 )
XUV300 1.2T W4 271 099 5 500 3/1197 P-T 81/5000 - 200/2000 6/F M - 175 7.6 2 S - - S S S 151 -
XUV300 1.2T W4 SE 281 099 5 700 3/1197 P-T 81/5000 - 200/2000 6/F M - 175 7.6 2 S - - S S S 151 -
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XUV300 1.5TD W8 378 099 7 630 4/1497 D-T 86/3750 61 300/1500 6/F M 12.32 175 6.0 7 S S S S S S 132 Aug 19
XUV700 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (AX5) 7 (AX7 models) • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Tech and value for money. Bad: No diesel option. Our choice: AX7 L. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BAIC B40 Plus, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Haval H6, Hyundai Grand Creta, Nissan X-Trail, Proton X70 / X90, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester
XUV700 2.0T AX5 483 199 9 720 4/1997 P-T 149/5000 - 380/1750 6/F A - - - 4 S - - S S S 198 -
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XUV700 2.0T AX7 L 573 199 11 520 4/1997 P-T 149/5000 - 380/1750 6/F A - - - 7 S S S S S S 198 Sep 23

Maserati za.maserati.com Telephone: 0800 060 077 (Johannesburg) 0800 060 079 (Durban) Dealers: 2
Ghibli 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 500 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Some Ferrari tech lurks in there, somewhere. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: GT (Hybrid) and Modena added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, BMW M3
Ghibli GT 2 350 000 46 890 4/1998 P-T/H 243/5750 - 450/2250 8/R A 5.7 255 9.8 7 S S S S S S 186 -
Ghibli Modena 2 950 000 58 830 V6/2979 P-T 316/5750 - 580/2250 8/R A 4.9 286 13.3 7 S S S S S S 251 -
Ghibli Trofeo 3 630 000 72 370 V8/3799 P-T 427/6750 - 730/2250 8/R A 4.3 326 14.8 7 S S S S S S 279 -

Grecale 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 64 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: A mini-Levante. Bad: Not as sporty as a Macan. Our choice: Any. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5 / SQ5, BMW X3 / X4, Jaguar F-Pace, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Lexus NX, Mercedes GLC, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60
Grecale GT 1 990 000 39 720 4/1995 P-T/H 221/5750 - 450/2000 8/4 A 5.6 240 11.0 6 S S S S S S 208 -
Grecale Modena 2 320 000 46 290 4/1995 P-T/H 243/5750 - 450/2000 8/4 A 5.3 240 11.2 6 S S S S S S 210 -
Grecale Trofeo 2 920 000 58 230 V6/3000 P-T 390/6500 - 620/3000 8/4 A 3.8 285 13.4 6 S S S S S S 254 -

Levante 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 288/886 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Stylish alternative in the luxury SUV segment. Bad: Expensive compared to rivals. Our choice: GT model should be good for everyday driving. Replacement due: Modena added. Also look at: BMW X5 / X6 / XM, Mercedes GLE / GLE Coupé, Jaguar F-Pace, Land
Rover Range Rover Velar / Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Porsche Cayenne / Cayenne Coupé
Levante GT 2 350 000 46 890 4/1998 P-T/H 243/5750 - 450/2250 8/4 A 6.0 245 11.6 6 S S S S S S 220 -
Levante Modena 3 090 000 61 620 V6/2979 P-T 316/5750 - 580/2000 8/4 A 5.2 264 14.5 6 S S S S S S 272 -
Levante Trofeo 4 530 000 90 280 V8/3799 P-T 427/6250 - 730/2500 8/4 A 4.1 300 16.8 6 S S S S S S 317 -

MC20 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Pretty and zero hybrid gubbins. Bad: Not cheap. Is a Ferrari more desirable? Our choice: Any. Replacement due: New. Cielo added. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, Ferrari 296 / Roma, Lamborghini Huracán, McLaren GT
MC20 Coupé 6 900 000 137 460 V6/3000 P-T 463/7500 - 730/3000 8/R DC 2.9 325+ 13.8 4 S S S S S S 261 -
MC20 Cielo 7 820 000 155 770 V6/3000 P-T 463/7500 - 730/3000 8/R DC 2.9 325+ 13.8 4 S S S S S S 261 -

Quattroporte 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: New engines add a significant performance gain. Bad: Untested. Our choice: GT. Replacement due: GT and Modena added. Also look at: Audi S8, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Quattroporte GT 3 030 000 60 420 V6/2979 P-T 257/5500 - 500/1750 8/R A 5.5 270 13.2 6 S S S S S S 243 -
Quattroporte Modena 3 520 000 70 180 V6/2979 P-T 316/5750 - 580/2250 8/R A 5.0 288 13.0 6 S S S S S S 244 -
Quattroporte Trofeo 4 800 000 95 660 V8/3799 P-T 427/6800 - 730/2250 8/R A 4.5 326 14.6 6 S S S S S S 276 -

Maxus www.maxus.co.za
T90 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Service Plan: None
Good: We've been asking the big brands to bring an EV bakkie, but the little guys listened. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: No electric rival. Other Double Cabs in this price range: Ford Ranger, Volkswagen Amarok
T90 EV Double Cab 1 100 000 22 000 electric E 150 - 310 E/R A - 120 E 2 S S S S S S 0 -

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Mazda www.mazda.co.za Telephone: 0860 069 700 Dealers: 47
BT-50 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Isuzu DNA does it no harm. Bad: Lacks competitors' badge cachet. Our choice: 3.0TD. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
BT-50 1.9TD Double Cab Active 630 400 12 650 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R M - - 7.9 7 S - S S S S 184 -
BT-50 1.9TD Double Cab Active auto 667 500 13 390 4/1898 D-T 110/3600 - 350/1800 6/R A - - 7.9 7 S - S S S S 187 -
BT-50 3.0TD Double Cab Dynamic 782 400 15 680 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 - 450/1600 6/R A - - 9.6 7 S S S S S S 203 -
BT-50 3.0TD Double Cab 4x4 Individual 818 400 16 400 4/2999 D-T 140/3600 70 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A 9.93 - 9.6 7 S S S S S S 203 May 22
CX-3 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 48 litres • Boot: 184/776 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Ride and interior quality. Bad: Only one engine option. Our choice: Active Auto. Replacement due: Updated. Hikari model added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Kona,
Kia Sonet / Seltos, Jeep Renegade, Mahindra XUV300, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo. 20 000 km test: July 2017 (2.0 Individual)
CX-3 2.0 Active 397 300 8 010 4/1998 P 115/6000 - 206/2800 6/F M 9.3 202 8.5 6 S - S S S S 165 -
CX-3 2.0 Active auto 419 900 8 460 4/1998 P 115/6000 94 206/2800 6/F A 9.33 197 8.0 6 S - S S S S 155 Feb 16
CX-3 2.0 Dynamic 435 200 8 770 4/1998 P 115/6000 - 206/2800 6/F M 9.0 202 8.4 6 S S S S S S 163 -
CX-3 2.0 Dynamic auto 451 500 9 090 4/1998 P 115/6000 94 206/2800 6/F A 9.33 197 8.0 6 S S S S S S 155 Sep 16
CX-3 2.0 Individual 520 600 10 470 4/1998 P 115/6000 - 206/2800 6/F A 9.5 197 8.0 6 S S S S S S 155 -
CX-3 2.0 Hikari 541 900 10 890 4/1998 P 115/6000 94 206/2800 6/F A 9.33 197 8.0 6 S S S S S S 155 Aug 20
CX-30 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Boot: 248/720 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Design and quality. Bad: Priced closely to the superb CX-50. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Haval H6 GT, Honda HR-V, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 2008, Toyota Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen Taigo / T-Roc
CX-30 2.0 Active 497 700 10 010 4/1998 P 121/6000 87 213/4000 6/F A 9.95 - 7.9 7 S S S S S S 160 May 21
CX-30 2.0 Dynamic 529 600 10 650 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A - - 7.9 7 S S S S S S 160 -
CX-30 2.0 Carbon Edition 540 200 10 860 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A - - 7.9 7 S S S S S S 160 -
CX-30 2.0 Individual 573 100 11 510 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A - - 7.9 7 S S S S S S 160 -
CX-5 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 56 litres (excl. AWD) 58 litres (AWD) • Boot: 384/1 224 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Now more refined with still a high-quality interior. Bad: Lack of a turbocharged petrol engine. Our choice: 2.2-litre turbodiesel. Replacement due: Carbon Edition added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V,
Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan, Volvo XC40. Long-term test: January 2021 (2.2DE AWD Akera)
CX-5 2.0 Active 524 600 10 550 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F M 10.9 201 8.2 6 S S S S S S 159 -
CX-5 2.0 Active auto 540 200 10 860 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A 10.4 - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 159 -
CX-5 2.0 Dynamic 575 000 11 550 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A 10.4 - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 159 -
CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition 651 800 13 080 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A 10.4 - 8.3 6 S S S S S S 160 -
CX-5 2.5 AWD Individual 742 300 14 880 4/2488 P 143/6000 - 258/4000 6/4 A 8.8 - 8.8 6 S S S S S S 169 -
CX-5 2.2DE AWD Akera 778 700 15 610 4/2191 D-T 140/4500 - 450/2000 6/4 A 9.5 - 6.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
CX-60 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / unlimited km
Good: Space meets style and tech. Bad: Not necessarily better than CX-5. Our choice: 2.5 AWD Individual. Replacement due: 3.3D Takumi diesel hybrid added. Also look at: Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester
CX-60 2.5 Dynamic 739 800 14 830 4/2488 P 141/6000 - 261/3000 8/F A 9.6 203 8.8 7 S S S S S S 170 -
CX-60 2.5 AWD Individual 844 500 16 920 4/2488 P 141/6000 - 261/3000 8/4 A 9.9 201 9.2 7 S S S S S S 180 -
CX-60 3.3D AWD Takumi 1 049 200 20 990 i6/3283 D-T/H 187/3750 - 550/1500 8/4 A 7.3 219 5.9 7 S S S S S S 123 -
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Mazda2 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 44 litres • Boot: 200/816 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Engaging and fun to drive. Bad: Only one engine option. Our choice: 1.5 Individual. Replacement due: Facelifted, twice. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, VW Polo.
Long-term test: March 2018 (1.5 Individual Plus AT)
Mazda2 1.5 Active 307 100 6 220 4/1496 P 85/6000 - 148/4000 6/F M 9.6 188 6.8 2 S - - S - S 134 -
Mazda2 1.5 Dynamic 335 500 6 780 4/1496 P 85/6000 - 148/4000 6/F M 9.6 188 6.8 6 S - S S S S 134 -
Mazda2 1.5 Dynamic auto 354 700 7 170 4/1496 P 85/6000 - 148/4000 6/F A 10.4 184 7.2 6 S - S S S S 140 -
Mazda2 1.5 Individual 398 700 8 040 4/1496 P 85/6000 - 148/4000 6/F A 10.4 184 7.2 6 S S S S S S 140 -
Mazda3 4-door Sedan / 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Overall refinement, including cabin. Bad: Engine performance versus competitors. Our choice: Tricky. Probably the 2.0-litre Astina, but that is also the most expensive model. Replacement due: Upgraded. Also look at: Audi A1 Sportback, Fiat Tipo Hatch,
MINI Hatch 5-Door, Toyota Corolla Hatch. Long-term test: April 2020
Mazda3 Hatch 1.5 Dynamic 447 500 9 010 4/1496 P 88/6000 - 153/4000 6/F M - - 7.2 7 S S S S S S 140 -
Mazda3 Hatch 1.5 Dynamic auto 462 500 9 310 4/1496 P 82/6000 - 146/3500 6/F A - - 7.1 7 S S S S S S 136 -
Mazda3 Hatch 2.0 Astina 565 700 11 370 4/1998 P 121/6000 - 213/4000 6/F A - - 7.6 7 S S S S S S 146 -

McLaren www.johannesburg.mclaren.com www.capetown.mclaren.com Telephone: 011 301 7000 021 425 2007 Dealers: 2
Artura 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 66 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: First McLaren sportscar with a V6. Bad: Some may look down on the six-cylinder soundtrack. Our choice: Just one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, Ferrari 296 GTB, Lamborghini Huracán, Maserati MC20
Artura POA POA V6/2993 P-T/H 500/7500 - 720/2250 8/R DC 3.0 330 5.5 4 S S S S S S 104 -

750S 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 72 litres • Boot: 208 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: Now even closer to being a mini-hypercar. Bad: Very little. Our choice: 750S Coupe. Replacement due: 750S Spider added. Also look at: Aston Martin DB12, Lamborghini Revuelto, Porsche 911
750S Coupé POA POA V8/3994 P-T 552/7500 - 800/5500 7/R DC 2.8 332 14.6 4 S S S S S S 276 -
750S Spider POA POA V8/3994 P-T 552/7500 - 800/5500 7/R DC 2.8 332 14.6 4 S S S S S S 276 -

GT 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 72 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / unlimited km
Good: McLaren’s most touring-oriented product to date. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage / DB12, Bentley Continental GT, Ferrari 296 GTB, Maserati MC20
GT POA POA V8/3994 P-T 456/7500 - 630/5500 7/R DC 3.2 326 13.0 4 S S S S S S 245 -

Mercedes-Benz / Mercedes-AMG / Mercedes-Maybach www.mercedes-benz.co.za Telephone: 0800 133 355 Dealers: 55


A-Class 5-door Hatch / 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres (A200/A200d) 51 litres (A35, A45) • Boot: 272/976 litres (Hatch) 296/912 litres (Sedan) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Class-leading infotainment and connectivity systems. Bad: Remains a compact cabin. Our choice: A200 Sedan AMG Line. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: For Hatch: Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, MINI Hatch 5-door, Renault Mégane RS, Volkswagen Golf.
For Sedan: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Sedan, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, Honda Civic Sedan, Lexus IS, Subaru WRX
A200 Hatch Progressive 820 959 16 450 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 270/2000 7/F DC 8.2 226 6.7 7 S S S S S S 128 -
A200 Hatch AMG Line 849 959 17 020 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 270/2000 7/F DC 8.2 225 6.7 7 S S S S S S 128 -
A200 Sedan Progressive 877 458 17 570 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 270/2000 7/F DC 8.3 230 6.5 7 S S S S S S 127 -
A200 Sedan AMG Line 906 458 18 150 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 270/2000 7/F DC 8.3 230 6.5 7 S S S S S S 127 -
A200d Sedan Progressive 948 245 18 980 4/1950 D-T 110/3400 - 320/1400 8/F DC 8.4 227 5.4 7 S S S S S S 120 -
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AMG A35 Sedan 4Matic 1 176 273 23 520 4/1991 P-T 235/5800 - 400/3000 8/4 DC 4.8 250 8.8 7 S S S S S S 176 -
AMG A35 Hatch 4Matic 1 285 854 25 700 4/1991 P-T 235/5800 - 400/3000 8/4 DC 5.21 250 8.9 7 S S S S S S 180 Mar 24
AMG A45 S Hatch 4Matic+ 1 440 693 28 780 4/1991 P-T 310/6750 - 500/5000 8/4 DC 3.9 270 10.7 7 S S S S S S 202 Jan 21
C-Class 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 66 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Sportier in feel than before. Bad: Still can't shake its pipe-and-slippers image. Our choice: C200. Replacement due: AMG C43 added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Lexus IS
C200 Avantgarde 1 041 189 20 830 4/1496 P-T 165/5800 - 300/1800 9/R A 7.3 246 8.2 6 S S S S S S 154 -
C200 AMG Line 1 095 189 21 910 4/1496 P-T 165/5800 - 300/1800 9/R A 7.3 246 8.2 6 S S S S S S 154 -
C220d Avantgarde 1 109 510 22 190 4/1993 D-T 162/4200 - 440/1800 9/R A 7.3 245 5.6 6 S S S S S S 122 Dec 21
C220d AMG Line 1 163 510 23 270 4/1993 D-T 162/4200 - 440/1800 9/R A 7.3 245 5.6 6 S S S S S S 122 -
AMG C43 1 724 717 34 440 4/1991 P-T 310/6750 - 500/5000 9/4 A 4.6 250 10.9 6 S S S S S S 206 -
CLA 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres (200, 220d) 51 litres (35, 45 S) • Boot: 312/832 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Stylish exterior. Bad: Expensive options. Our choice: Probably the 220d. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Sedan, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, Subaru WRX
CLA200 Progressive 916 149 18 340 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 81 250/1620 7/F DC 9.05 229 6.6 7 S S S S S S 147 Apr 20
CLA200 AMG Line 950 349 19 020 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 250/1620 7/F DC 8.2 229 6.6 7 S S S S S S 147 -
CLA220d Progressive 944 198 18 900 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1600 8/F DC 7.3 244 5.3 7 S S S S S S 119 -
CLA220d AMG Line 978 398 19 580 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1600 8/F DC 7.3 244 5.3 7 S S S S S S 119 -
AMG CLA35 4Matic 1 303 755 26 060 4/1991 P-T 225/5800 - 400/3000 8/4 DC 4.9 250 8.8 7 S S S S S S 181 -
AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+ 1 552 741 31 010 4/1991 P-T 310/6750 - 500/5000 8/4 DC 4.1 270 10.0 7 S S S S S S 208 -
EQA 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: EV power finally comes to compact cars. Bad: Too expensive to lure the mass market. Our choice: Only one drivetrain model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX1, BYD Atto 3, Volvo EX30 / XC40 Recharge / C40
EQA250 Progressive 1 176 350 23 520 electric E 140 70 370 E/F E 8.6 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 Apr 23
EQA250 AMG Line 1 229 350 24 580 electric E 140 - 385 E/F E 8.6 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -

EQB 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 (opt 7) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Right-sized proportions; better performance than EQA. Bad: Even non-EV GLB is extremely niche. Our choice: Only one drivetrain model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX1 / iX3, Volvo XC40 Recharge
EQB350 4Matic Progressive 1 381 250 27 600 electric E 215 - 520 E/4 E 6.2 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQB350 4Matic AMG Line 1 434 250 28 660 electric E 215 104 520 E/4 E 5.79 160 E 7 S S S S S S 0 Apr 23

EQE Sedan 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: It's a baby EQS. Bad: Rivals feel more athletic. Our choice: AMG EQE43. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi RS e-tron GT, BMW i4 / i5, Porsche Taycan
EQE350+ Sedan 1 724 650 34 440 electric E 215 - 565 E/R E 6.4 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQE350+ Sedan AMG Line 1 862 850 37 190 electric E 215 - 565 E/R E 6.4 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
AMG EQE43 4Matic Sedan 2 112 950 42 170 electric E 350 - 858 E/4 E 4.2 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -

EQE SUV 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Even more options in the green SUV space. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one drivetrain model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi e-tron, BMW iX3 / iX, Jaguar I-Pace
EQE350 4Matic SUV 2 185 050 43 600 electric E 215 - 765 E/4 A 6.6 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQE350 4Matic SUV AMG Line 2 307 180 46 030 electric E 215 - 765 E/4 A 6.6 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -

EQS Sedan 4-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The upper class gets a green conscience. Bad: But will they listen to it? Our choice: 450+. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi RS e-tron GT, BMW i7, Porsche Taycan
EQS450+ Sedan 2 827 005 56 380 electric E 245 - 565 E/R E 6.2 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQS450+ Sedan AMG Line 2 967 005 59 170 electric E 245 - 565 E/R E 6.2 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
AMG EQS53 4Matic+ Sedan 3 424 901 68 280 electric E 484 - 950 E/4 E 3.8 220 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQS SUV 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (Optional 7) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one drivetrain model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX, Jaguar I-Pace
EQS450 4Matic SUV 2 731 951 54 490 electric E 265 - 800 E/4 E 6.0 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EQS450 4Matic SUV AMG Line 2 855 951 56 960 electric E 265 - 800 E/4 E 6.0 210 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -

G-Class 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 100 litres • Boot: 368/1 592 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Performance, and there is nothing else like it on the road. Bad: You pay for its capability. Our choice: AMG G63. Replacement due: G400d added. Also look at: For G400d: Ineos Grenadier, Land Rover Defender 110 / Range Rover Sport / Range Rover, Lexus LX,
Toyota Land Cruiser 300. For AMG G63: Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, Land Rover Range Rover Sport / Range Rover, Porsche Cayenne
G400d AMG Line 3 305 454 65 900 i6/2925 D-T 243/3600 96 700/1200 9x2/4 A 7.23 210 11.5 6 S S S S S S 252 Apr 21
AMG G63 4 318 174 86 060 V8/3982 P-T 430/6000 - 850/2500 9x2/4 A 4.5 220 15.7 6 S S S S S S 299 -

GLA 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres • Boot: 380/1 072 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Stylish compact SUV. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2, BMW X1 / X2, Jaguar E-Pace, Lexus UX, MINI Countryman, Volvo XC40
GLA200 Progressive 922 085 18 460 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 250/1620 7/F DC 8.7 210 7.2 7 S S S S S S 142 -
GLA200 AMG Line 951 085 19 040 4/1332 P-T 120/5500 - 250/1620 7/F DC 8.7 210 7.2 7 S S S S S S 142 -
GLA200d Progressive 956 467 19 140 4/1950 D-T 110/3400 - 320/1400 8/F DC 8.8 208 6.1 7 S S S S S S 132
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GLB 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 (Optional 7) • Fuel tank: 52 litres (petrol) 60 litres (diesel) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Spacious and practical. Bad: Range too similarly priced. Poor Rand-for-spec value. Our choice: 220d. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: Audi Q2 / Q3, BMW X1, Jaguar E-Pace, Lexus UX, Volvo XC40
GLB220d 4Matic Progressive 998 388 19 980 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 81 400/1600 8/4 DC 8.17 217 6.6 7 S S S S S S 144 May 23
GLB220d 4Matic AMG Line 1 036 388 20 740 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 400/1600 8/4 DC 7.6 217 6.6 7 S S S S S S 144 -
GLB250 Progressive 1 012 287 20 260 4/1991 P-T 165/5500 - 350/1800 8/F DC 7.1 240 8.9 7 S S S S S S 171 -
GLB250 AMG Line 1 050 287 21 010 4/1991 P-T 165/5500 - 350/1800 8/F DC 7.1 240 8.9 7 S S S S S S 171 -
GLC 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 62 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Plenty standard kit. Bad: Accomplished rivals. Our choice: Any. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5, BMW X3, Jaguar F-Pace, Land Rover Discovery Sport / Range Rover Evoque, Lexus NX, Maserati Grecale, Porsche Macan, Volvo XC60
GLC220d 4Matic Avantgarde 1 264 991 25 290 4/1993 D-T 162/3600 - 440/1800 9/4 A 8.0 219 6.2 6 S S S S S S 134 -
GLC220d 4Matic AMG Line 1 347 584 26 930 4/1993 D-T 162/3600 - 440/1800 9/4 A 8.0 219 6.2 6 S S S S S S 134 -
GLC300 4Matic Avantgarde 1 383 421 27 640 4/1999 P-T 207/5800 - 400/2000 9/4 A 6.2 240 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 -
GLC300 4Matic AMG Line 1 466 014 29 290 4/1999 P-T 207/5800 - 400/2000 9/4 A 6.2 240 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 -
GLC300d 4Matic Avantgarde 1 469 875 29 370 4/1993 D-T 215/4200 - 550/1800 9/4 A 6.3 243 6.6 6 S S S S S S 147 -
GLC300d 4Matic AMG Line 1 552 468 31 010 4/1993 D-T 215/4200 - 550/1800 9/4 A 6.3 243 6.6 6 S S S S S S 147 Sep 23
GLC Coupé 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 62 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: GLC220d. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5 Sportback, BMW X4, Jaguar F-Pace, Lexus NX, Maserati Grecale, Porsche Macan
GLC220d Coupé 4Matic Avantgarde 1 398 422 27 940 4/1993 D-T 162/3600 - 440/1800 9/4 A 8.1 225 6.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
GLC220d Coupé 4Matic AMG Line 1 483 322 29 630 4/1993 D-T 162/3600 - 440/1800 9/4 A 8.1 225 6.1 6 S S S S S S 135 -
GLC300d Coupé 4Matic Avantgarde 1 454 940 29 070 4/1993 D-T 215/4200 - 550/1800 9/4 A 6.4 249 6.6 6 S S S S S S 145 -
GLC300d Coupé 4Matic AMG Line 1 539 840 30 760 4/1993 D-T 215/4200 - 550/1800 9/4 A 6.4 249 6.6 6 S S S S S S 145 -

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GLE 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 384/1 368 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Graceful updates lift the GLE's look and feel. Bad: Quality issues. Our choice: GLE450d. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5, Jaguar F-Pace, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Maserati Levante,
Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90
GLE300d 4Matic 1 977 351 39 470 4/1993 D-T 213 - 550 9/4 A 6.9 230 8.2 7 S S S S S S 179 -
GLE300d 4Matic AMG Line 2 071 051 41 330 4/1993 D-T 213 - 550 9/4 A 6.9 230 8.2 7 S S S S S S 179 -
GLE450d 4Matic 2 057 287 41 060 i6/2989 D-T 285 - 750 9(x2)/4 A 5.6 250 9.1 9 S S S S S S 199 -
GLE450d 4Matic AMG Line 2 150 987 42 920 i6/2989 D-T 285 - 750 9(x2)/4 A 5.6 250 9.1 9 S S S S S S 199 -
GLE450 4Matic 2 093 768 41 780 i6/2999 P-T 295 - 500 9(x2)/4 A 5.6 250 11.4 9 S S S S S S 216 -
GLE450 4Matic AMG Line 2 187 468 43 650 i6/2999 P-T 295 - 500 9(x2)/4 A 5.6 250 11.4 9 S S S S S S 216 -
AMG GLE53 4Matic+ 2 421 100 48 300 i6/2999 P-T 335 - 560 9/4 A 5.0 250 12.4 9 S S S S S S 234 -
AMG GLE63 S 4Matic+ 3 827 538 76 300 V8/3982 P-T 465 - 850 9/4 A 3.9 280 15 9 S S S S S S 283 -
GLE Coupé 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Distinctive styling. Bad: Less boot space than the regular GLE. Our choice: GLE53. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q8, BMW X6, Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Maserati Levante, Porsche Cayenne Coupé
GLE450d Coupé 4Matic AMG Line 2 363 657 47 160 i6/2989 D-T 285 - 750 9(x2)/4 A 5.7 240 9.0 9 S S S S S S 210 -
AMG GLE53 Coupé 4Matic+ 2 553 648 50 940 i6/2999 P-T 335 - 560 9/4 A 5.0 250 12.4 9 S S S S S S 233 -
AMG GLE63 S Coupé 4Matic+ 3 871 285 77 170 V8/3982 P-T 465 - 850 9/4 A 3.9 280 14.9 9 S S S S S S 281 -

GLS 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Spacious 7-seater SUV. Bad: Quality issues. Our choice: Probably the 400d. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: BMW X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover, Lexus LX, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser 300, Volvo XC90
GLS400d 4Matic 2 158 725 43 080 i6/2925 D-T 243/3600 - 700/1200 9(x2)/4 A 6.3 238 9.5 9 S S S S S S 202 -
GLS400d 4Matic AMG Line 2 284 825 45 590 i6/2925 D-T 243/3600 - 700/1200 9(x2)/4 A 6.3 238 9.5 9 S S S S S S 202 -
GLS580 4Matic 2 473 405 49 340 V8/3982 P-T 376/5500 - 700/2000 9(x2)/4 A 5.3 250 12.0 9 S S S S S S 263 -
GLS580 4Matic AMG Line 2 570 505 51 270 V8/3982 P-T 376/5500 - 700/2000 9(x2)/4 A 5.3 250 12.0 9 S S S S S S 263 -
AMG GLS63 4Matic+ 3 598 602 71 740 V8/3982 P-T 466/5750 - 850/2250 9/4 A 4.2 250 15.6 9 S S S S S S 296 -
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (opt 4) • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Super luxurious SUV. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Bentley Bentayga, BMW XM, Land Rover Range Rover
GLS600 3 864 689 77 040 V8/3982 P-T 426/6000 - 730/1750 9/4 A 4.9 250 15.0 9 S S S S S S 285 -

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé 5-door Fastback • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 72 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Fastest accelerating four-door car available . Bad: Limited electric driving range. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Reinstated. E Performance is new. Also look at: Audi RS7 Sportback, BMW M8 Gran Coupé, Porsche Panamera turbo e-hybrid
AMG GT63 S E Performance 4-Door Coupé 4 359 965 86 900 V8/3982 P-T/H 620 - 1470 9/4 A 2.9 316 9.2 7 S S S S S S 175 -

S-Class 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 65 (opt 76) litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Effortless comfort and luxury. Bad: V8 and V12 engines are only for Maybach. Our choice: Probably S350d L. Replacement due: S350d L engine upgraded. Also look at: Audi S8, BMW 7 Series, Maserati Quattroporte
S350d L 2 651 045 52 880 i6/2989 D-T 247 - 650 9/R A 5.6 250 7.6 7 S S S S S S 164 -
S350d L AMG Line 2 727 745 54 400 i6/2989 D-T 247 - 650 9/R A 5.6 250 7.6 7 S S S S S S 164 -
S500 L 4Matic 2 900 279 57 840 i6/2999 P-T 336/6100 143 520/1800 9/4 A 5.81 250 9.72 7 S S S S S S 186 May 22
S500 L 4Matic AMG Line 2 976 979 59 370 i6/2999 P-T 336/6100 - 520/1800 9/4 A 4.9 250 9.7 7 S S S S S S 186 -
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Probably S580. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Bentley Flying Spur, Rolls-Royce Ghost
S580 4 073 863 81 200 V8/3982 P-T 385/5500 - 700/2000 9/4 A 4.8 250 13.2 11 S S S S S S 251 -
S680 5 075 904 101 150 V12/5980 P-T 450/5250 - 900/2000 9/4 A 4.5 250 16.8 11 S S S S S S 321 -

Mercedes-AMG SL 2-door Convertible • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 70 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Pricey drop-tops keep fighting. Bad: No 55 or 63 V8-engine derivative. Not as sporty as a 911 Cabrio. Our choice: Only one to choose from. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW 8 Series Convertible, Porsche 911 Cabriolet
AMG SL43 2 500 946 49 890 4/1991 P-T 280/6750 - 480/3250 9/R A 4.9 275 10.8 6 S S S S S S 204 -

V-Class 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 75 litres • Boot: 416/2 576 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 140 000 km
Good: The best luxurious people mover available. Bad: You pay for this level of luxury. Our choice: V250d. Replacement due: V300d added. Also look at: Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Toyota Quantum, Volkswagen Caravelle
V220d 1 321 609 26 410 4/1950 D-T 120/3800 - 380/1400 9/R A 10.9 195 8.5 6 S S S S S S 182 -
V220d AMG Line 1 404 268 28 060 4/1950 D-T 120/3800 - 380/1400 9/R A 10.9 195 8.5 6 S S S S S S 182 -
V250d 1 412 063 28 210 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 440/1400 9/R A 9.6 206 8.9 6 S S S S S S 189 -
V250d AMG Line 1 494 722 29 860 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 440/1400 9/R A 9.6 206 8.9 6 S S S S S S 189 -
V220d Avantgarde 1 698 992 33 930 4/1950 D-T 120/3800 - 380/1400 9/R A 10.9 195 8.5 6 S S S S S S 182 -
V220d Avantgarde AMG Line 1 763 944 35 220 4/1950 D-T 120/3800 - 380/1400 9/R A 10.9 195 8.5 6 S S S S S S 182 -
V250d Avantgarde 1 753 788 35 020 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 440/1400 9/R A 9.6 206 8.9 6 S S S S S S 189 -
V250d Avantgarde AMG Line 1 818 740 36 310 4/1950 D-T 140/3800 - 440/1400 9/R A 9.6 206 8.9 6 S S S S S S 189 -
V300d Avantgarde 1 802 094 35 980 4/1950 D-T 174/4200 - 550/1600 9/R A 7.8 220 9.6 6 S S S S S S 205 -
V300d Avantgarde AMG Line 1 892 912 37 790 4/1950 D-T 174/4200 - 550/1600 9/R A 7.8 220 9.6 6 S S S S S S 205 -
V300d Exclusive 2 097 349 41 860 4/1950 D-T 174/4200 - 550/1600 9/R A 7.8 220 9.6 6 S S S S S S 205 -
V300d Special Edition 2 303 001 45 950 4/1950 D-T 174/4200 - 550/1600 9/R A 7.8 220 9.6 6 S S S S S S 205 -
Vito 5-door Crew Bus / MPV • Seats: 8 • Fuel tank: 57 litres • Service Plan: Optional 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Some V-Class specification filters through to Vito. Bad: Untested. Our choice: 114 CDI Tourer Pro. Replacement due: Mixto Pro added. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Opel Zafira, Toyota Hiace / Quantum, Volkswagen
Transporter / Kombi / Caravelle
Vito 111 CDI Mixto Crewcab 779 380 15 620 4/1598 D-T 84/3800 - 270/1500 6/F M 15.1 169 7.4 2 S S O S S S 163 -
Vito 114 CDI Mixto Pro Crewcab 893 875 17 900 4/1950 D-T 100/3800 - 330/1200 6/R M - - 7.3 2 S S O S S S 164 -
Vito 114 CDI Mixto Pro Crewcab auto 946 280 18 940 4/1950 D-T 100/3800 - 330/1200 9/R A - - 7.0 2 S S O S S S 152 -
Vito 111 CDI Tourer Base 736 930 14 770 4/1598 D-T 84/3800 - 270/1500 6/F M 15.1 169 7.6 2 S S O S S S 163 -
Vito 111 CDI Tourer Pro 901 246 18 050 4/1598 D-T 84/3800 - 270/1500 6/F M 15.1 169 7.6 2 S S O S S S 163 -
Vito 114 CDI Tourer Pro 1 034 376 20 700 4/1950 D-T 100/3800 - 330/1200 9/R A - - 8.6 2 S S S S S S 185 -
Vito 116 CDI Tourer Pro 1 097 957 21 960 4/1950 D-T 120/4200 - 380/1200 9/R A - - 8.3 2 S S S S S S 178 -
Vito 116 CDI Tourer Select 1 295 106 25 890 4/1950 D-T 120/4200 - 380/1200 9/R A - - 8.3 2 S S S S S S 178 -
Vito 119 CDI Tourer Select 1 341 029 26 800 4/1950 D-T 140/4200 - 440/1400 9/R A - - 8.6 2 S S S S S S 186 -

MINI www.mini.co.za Telephone: 0800 600 555 Dealers: 15


Clubman 5-door Estate • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 48 litres • Boot: 208/912 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: More practical than before. Bad: Predecessor’s quirk factor has gone. Pricey too. Our choice: Cooper S. Replacement due: Final Edition marks end of Clubman production. Also look at: No direct rival, but also see Audi A3 Sportback or Subaru Outback
Cooper Clubman 595 831 11 970 3/1499 P-T 100/4400 - 220/1480 7/F DC 9.2 205 7.3 6 S S S S S S 140 -
Cooper S Clubman 681 322 13 670 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 95 280/1350 7/F DC 7.3 228 7.58 6 S S S S S S 163 Jul 20
Cooper S Clubman Untold Edition 744 022 14 920 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.3 228 8.5 6 S S S S S S 163 -
Cooper S Clubman Final Edition 770 922 15 450 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.3 228 8.5 6 S S S S S S 163 -
John Cooper Works ALL4 Clubman 862 144 17 270 4/1998 P-T 225/5000 - 450/1750 8/4 A 4.9 250 9.2 6 S S S S S S 175 -

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Convertible 2-door Convertible • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 40 litres (Cooper) 44 litres (Cooper S) • Boot: 144/424 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Typical Mini characteristics, but with the roof down. Bad: Rear passengers might complain about space. Our choice: Cooper. Replacement due: Seaside Edition added. Also look at: Abarth 695 Cabriolet, Fiat 500C
Cooper Convertible 654 376 13 130 3/1499 P-T 100/4500 - 220/1250 7/F DC 8.7 205 7.2 6 S S S S S S 137 -
Cooper S Convertible 742 286 14 880 4/1998 P-T 141/4700 - 280/1250 7/F DC 7.1 230 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Cooper S Convertible Resolute Edition 780 186 15 640 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.1 230 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Cooper S Convertible Seaside Edition TBC TBC 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.1 230 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Countryman 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 216-256/960 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km
Good: Improved specification for base spec models. Bad: Nothing mini about the price. Our choice: Cooper S. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2, BMW X1 / X2, Citroën C5 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz
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Cooper Countryman 645 286 12 950 3/1499 P-T 100/4500 - 220/1480 7/F DC 9.7 203 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Cooper S Countryman 721 304 14 460 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.5 226 8.0 6 S S S S S S 153 -
Cooper S Countryman Untamed Edition 775 504 15 540 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.5 226 8.0 6 S S S S S S 153 -
Cooper S Countryman Shadow Edition 837 505 16 780 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 7.5 226 8.0 6 S S S S S S 153 -
John Cooper Works ALL4 Countryman 918 644 18 390 4/1998 P-T 225/5000 - 450/1750 8/4 A 5.1 250 9.1 6 S S S S S S 175 -
Hatch 3-door / 5-door Hatchback • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40/44 litres (excl. Cooper SE) • Boot: 136/632 litres (3-door) 152/626 (5-door) litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km (One) 5 year / 100 000 km (from Cooper)
Good: Improved packaging and good 3-cylinder engine in One/Cooper. Bad: Sporty nature might not be for all tastes. Our choice: Cooper. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: For 3-door: Abarth 695, Fiat 500, Toyota GR Yaris. For 5-door: BMW 1 Series, Audi A1
Sportback / A3 Sportback, Mazda Mazda3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch, VW Golf. For Cooper SE (electric): GWM Ora 03
One Hatch 3-door 474 009 9 540 3/1499 P-T 75/3900 63 190/1350 7/F DC 10.92 195 6.7 6 S O S S S S 128 Oct 20
One Hatch 5-door 485 965 9 780 3/1499 P-T 75/3900 - 190/1350 7/F DC 10.6 192 6.8 6 S O S S S S 131 -
Cooper Hatch 3-door 542 509 10 900 3/1499 P-T 100/4500 83 220/1480 7/F DC 8.55 210 6.7 6 S S S S S S 128 Dec 19
Cooper Hatch 5-door 554 465 11 140 3/1499 P-T 100/4500 - 220/1480 7/F DC 8.3 207 6.8 6 S S S S S S 131 -
Cooper S Hatch 3-door 610 224 12 250 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 6.7 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
Cooper S Hatch 3-door Resolute Edition 648 124 13 010 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 6.7 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
Cooper S Hatch 5-door 624 724 12 540 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 105 280/1350 7/F DC 7.01 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 136 Oct 18
Cooper S Hatch 5-door Resolute Edition 662 624 13 300 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 6.8 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
Cooper S Hatch 5-door Shadow Edition 727 175 14 580 4/1998 P-T 141/5000 - 280/1350 7/F DC 6.8 235 7.2 6 S S S S S S 136 -
John Cooper Works Hatch 3-door 691 438 13 870 4/1998 P-T 170/5200 - 320/1450 8/F A 6.1 246 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
Cooper SE Hatch 3-door 783 500 15 700 electric E 135 - 270 E/F E 7.3 150 - 6 S S S S S S 0 -
Cooper SE Hatch 3-door Resolute Edition 815 200 16 330 electric E 135 - 270 E/F E 7.3 150 - 6 S S S S S S 0 -

Mitsubishi www.mitsubishi-motors.co.za Telephone: 011 552 6000 Dealers: 52


ASX 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Boot: 248/1 104 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Spacious cabin. Standard spec. Quality. Bad: Small boot. Our choice: manual. Replacement due: Aspire added. Also look at: Hyundai Venue / Creta, Kia Seltos, Jeep Renegade, Mazda CX-3, Peugeot 2008, Suzuki Vitara / Grand Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross
ASX 2.0 ES 409 990 8 270 4/1998 P 110/6000 - 197/4200 M5/F 9.6 194 9.0 3 S S S S S S 175 -
ASX 2.0 ES auto 429 990 8 660 4/1998 P 110/6000 - 197/4200 V/F
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ASX 2.0 LS auto 479 990 9 660 4/1998 P 110/6000 77 197/4200 V/F
V 10.63 190 9.5 7 S S S S S S 184 Jul 20
ASX 2.0 Aspire 494 995 9 960 4/1998 P 110/6000 - 197/4200 V/F
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Eclipse Cross 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Boot: 216/1 024 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Modern styling and all-wheel-drive availability. Bad: Limited luggage space. Our choice: 1.5T. Replacement due: Facelifted. GLS Exceed added. Also look at: Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-3, Opel Mokka, Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen Taigo / T-Roc
Eclipse Cross 2.0 GLS 524 990 10 560 4/1998 P 110/6000 73 198/4200 V/F V 11.86 188 9.5 7 S S S S S S 184 May 19
Eclipse Cross 1.5T GLS 564 990 11 350 4/1499 P-T 110/5500 73 250/2000 V/F V 8.96 - 9.2 7 S S S S S S 176 Aug 20
Eclipse Cross 1.5T GLS Exceed 605 000 12 150 4/1499 P-T 110/5500 - 250/2000 V/F V 8.9 - 9.2 7 S S S S S S 174 -

Outlander 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Not yet driven. Bad: CVT; turbocharged rivals are more efficient. Our choice: GLS. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Mazda CX-60, Nissan X-Trail, Peugeot 5008, Proton X90, Volkswagen Tiguan / Allspace
Outlander 2.5 GLS 759 995 15 230 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 245/3600 V/4 V - 187 9.7 7 S S S S S S 185 -
Outlander 2.5 Aspire 789 995 15 830 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 245/3600 V/4 V - 187 9.7 7 S S S S S S 185 Nov 23

Pajero Sport 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 68 litres • Boot: 88/392-1 304 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Solid build quality. Bad: Limited model range. Our choice: 4x4. Replacement due: Facelifted. Aspire models added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Ford Everest, Hyundai Santa Fe, Isuzu mu-X, Kia Sorento, Peugeot 5008, Toyota Fortuner
Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 789 990 15 830 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 68 430/2500 8/R A 10.79 180 9.6 7 S S S S S S 214 Jun 18
Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D Aspire 809 990 16 230 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 8/R A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 -
Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 854 990 17 120 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 64 430/2500 8x2/4 A 11.16 180 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 Dec 17
Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 Aspire 874 990 17 520 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 8x2/4 A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 -
Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 Exceed 894 990 17 920 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 64 430/2500 8x2/4 A 11.16 180 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 Feb 21
Triton 4-door Double Cab • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 75 litres • Payload: 1 050 kg • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Improved levels of comfort. Still a solid product and drivetrain. Bad: Dealership footprint smaller than some competitors. Our choice: Entry-level 4X4. Replacement due: GLX Limited Edition added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC
T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
Triton 2.4DI-D Single Cab GL 444 995 8 960 4/2442 D-T 100/3500 - 324/1500 6/R M - - 9.6 2 S - - S - - 211 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab GL 529 990 10 660 4/2442 D-T 100/3500 - 324/1500 6/R M - - 9.6 2 S - - S - - 211 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab GLX Limited Edition 529 990 10 660 4/2442 D-T 100/3500 - 324/1500 6/R M - - 9.6 2 S - - S - S 211 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 639 990 12 840 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6/R M - 179 9.0 7 S S S S S S 196 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab auto 659 990 13 240 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6/R A - - 9.8 7 S S S S S S 215 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab Xtreme 728 990 14 620 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6/R A - - 9.8 7 S S S S S S 215 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 719 990 14 440 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6x2/2-4 M - 179 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 auto 739 990 14 840 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 66 430/2500 6x2/2-4 A 10.50 - 10.0 7 S S S S S S 218 Jul 19
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Athlete 759 990 15 230 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6x2/2-4 A - - 10.0 7 S S S S S S 218 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Heritage 779 990 15 630 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6x2/2-4 A - - 10.0 7 S S S S S S 218 -
Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Xtreme 808 990 16 210 4/2442 D-T 133/3500 - 430/2500 6x2/2-4 A - - 10.0 7 S S S S S S 218 -
Xpander 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Comparatively affordable seven-seat transport. Bad: Cheaper alternatives available. RoboCop styling not to everyone's taste. Our choice: 1.5 auto. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Renault Triber, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Rumion
Xpander 1.5 365 995 7 390 4/1499 P 77/6000 - 141/4000 5/F M - - 8.0 2 S - - S - S 157 -
Xpander 1.5 auto 385 995 7 790 4/1499 P 77/6000 - 141/4000 4/F A - - 8.4 2 S - - S - S 164 -

Nissan www.nissan.co.za Telephone: 0800 647 726 Dealers: 124


Magnite 5-Door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 30 000 km
Good: Relatively cheap. Bad: There are better alternatives. Our choice: Likely the Acenta Plus. Replacement due: 1.0 auto, Turbo Visia and Kuro added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Citroën C3, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Renault
Kiger, Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross
Magnite 1.0 Visia 232 500 4 730 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M 16.0 150 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Visia auto 248 800 5 060 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Acenta 252 800 5 140 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M 16.0 150 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Acenta auto 269 200 5 460 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Acenta Plus 268 400 5 450 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M 16.0 150 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Acenta Plus auto 285 500 5 790 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 7.1 2 S - S S - S 140 -
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Visia 293 400 5 950 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2800 5/F M 11.7 173 6.2 2 S - - S S S 125 -

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Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta 313 000 6 340 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2800 5/F M 11.7 173 6.4 2 S - S S S S 125 -
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta auto 342 200 6 920 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 152/2200 V/F V 13.4 168 7.2 2 S - S S S S 142 Feb 21
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Kuro 323 200 6 540 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2800 5/F M 11.7 173 6.4 2 S - S S S S 125 -
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Kuro auto 351 800 7 110 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 152/2200 V/F V 13.4 168 7.2 2 S - S S S S 142 -
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Plus 332 500 6 720 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2800 5/F M 11.7 173 6.4 2 S - S S S S 125 -
Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Plus auto 366 000 7 390 3/999 P-T 74/5000 69 152/2200 V/F V 13.11 168 7.2 2 S - S S S S 142 Feb 22
Navara Single Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km
Good: Interior comfort and solid feel. Bad: Ride quality. Our choice: Double Cab SE auto. Replacement due: Facelifted. Single Cab added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
Navara 2.5 Single Cab XE 369 800 7 470 4/2488 P 118/6000 - 233/4000 6/R M - - - 2 S - - S - - - -
Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab XE 414 600 8 360 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6/R M - - 8.6 2 S - - S - - 190 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab SE 500 300 10 060 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6/R M - - 8.6 7 S - - S S S 190 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab SE 4x4 580 900 11 670 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.1 7 S - - S S S 201 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE 524 500 10 550 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6/R M - - 8.6 2 S - - S S S 190 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE auto 558 500 11 220 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7/R A - - 9.7 2 S - - S S S 214 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE 4x4 618 500 12 420 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.1 2 S - - S S S 201 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE Plus 572 500 11 500 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6/R M - - 8.6 7 S - S S S S 190 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE Plus auto 595 500 11 960 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7/R A - - 9.7 7 S - S S S S 214 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab SE Plus 4x4 654 500 13 130 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.1 7 S - S S S S 201 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE auto 679 500 13 630 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7/R A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE 4x4 737 400 14 780 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.1 7 S S S S S S 201 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE 4x4 auto 760 500 15 240 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7x2/2-4 A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab PRO-2X 761 500 15 260 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7/R A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 -
Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab PRO-4X 4x4 822 500 16 480 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7x2/2-4 A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 Nov 21
NP200 Single Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Payload: 800 kg • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Spacious cabin. Load-carrying ability. Modern features. Bad: Ancient. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Unknown. Also look at: No direct rival
NP200 1.6i safety pack 234 000 4 760 4/1598 P 64/5500 - 128/3000 5/F M - - 9.7 2 S - - O - - 192 -
NP200 1.6i safety pack (aircon) 253 800 5 160 4/1598 P 64/5500 - 128/3000 5/F M - - 9.7 2 S - - S - - 192 -

Patrol 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 140 litres • Boot: 144 -920/1 656 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 90 000 km
Good: Luxurious and capable off-roader. Bad: Fuel bill? Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: BMW X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Land Rover Discovery, Lexus LX, Mercedes-Benz GLS, Toyota Land Cruiser 300, Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90
Patrol 5.6 V8 LE 4WD 1 756 900 35 080 V8/5552 P 298/5800 113 560/4000 7x2/4 A 7.77 210 17.3 6 S S S S S S 334 Apr 18

Qashqai 5-Door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 65 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 90 000 km
Good: Safer and smarter. Bad: Unremarkable drive. Our choice: Acenta. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Puma, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-30, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Proton X50, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Roc
Qashqai 1.3T Visia 568 200 11 420 4/1332 P-T 96/5500 - 240/3500 6/F M 10.3 198 7.7 6 S - S S S S 146 -
Qashqai 1.3T Acenta 639 300 12 830 4/1332 P-T 110/5500 - 250/3750 V/F V 8.9 206 7.3 6 S S S S S S 138 -
Qashqai 1.3T Acenta Plus 670 600 13 450 4/1332 P-T 110/5500 73 250/3750 V/F V 8.9 206 7.3 6 S S S S S S 138 Feb 23
X-Trail 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 (Visia, Acenta) 7 (Acenta Plus) • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 90 000 km
Good: Much improved over its predecessor. Bad: Still not very cutting-edge design; 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated engine is ancient and thirsty. Our choice: Acenta. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Haval H6, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage,
Mahindra Scorpio-N / XUV700, Mazda CX-5 / CX-60, Peugeot 3008 / 5008, Proton X70 / X90, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan / Tiguan Allspace
X-Trail 2.5 Visia 672 900 13 500 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 244/3600 V/F V - 195 8.9 6 S - S S S S 174 -
X-Trail 2.5 Acenta 734 900 14 730 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 244/3600 V/F V - 195 8.9 8 S - S S S S 174 -
X-Trail 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD 794 900 15 930 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 244/3600 V/4 V - 195 9.4 8 S S S S S S 183 Jul 23

Omoda www.omoda.co.za Telephone: 010 448 5388 Dealers: 30


C5 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 51 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 70 000 km
Good: Striking face. Bad: Not as fast as it looks. Our choice: Elegance S. Replacement due: New. GT added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Renault Captur, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen Taigo
C5 1.5T 230T Tech 447 990 9 020 4/1498 P-T 115/5500 - 230/1750 V/F V - - 8.3 6 S - S S S S 169 -
C5 1.5T 230T Lux 477 900 9 620 4/1498 P-T 115/5500 - 230/1750 V/F V - - 8.3 6 S S S S S S 169 -
C5 1.5T 230T Lux S 479 900 9 660 4/1498 P-T 115/5500 - 230/1750 V/F V - - 8.3 6 S S S S S S 169 -
C5 1.5T 230T Elegance 507 900 10 220 4/1498 P-T 115/5500 - 230/1750 V/F V - - 8.3 6 S S S S S S 169 -
C5 1.5T 230T Elegance S 509 900 10 260 4/1498 P-T 115/5500 - 230/1750 V/F V - - 8.3 6 S S S S S S 169 -
C5 1.6TGDI 290T GT 589 900 11 850 4/1598 P-T 145/5500 - 290/1750 7/F DC 7.8 - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 162 -

Opel www.opel.co.za Telephone: 0800 422 777 Dealers: 37


Combo 5-door MPV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 52 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Space and practicality. Bad: Panel van underpinnings. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Unknown. Also look at: Volkswagen Caddy. Long-term test: Oct 2019 (Combo Cargo panel van)
Combo Life 1.6TD Enjoy 464 900 9 360 4/1560 D-T 68/4000 - 230/1700 5/F M - - 6.0 6 S S S S S - 131 -

Corsa 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: Modern styling and possibly frugal engine. Bad: No longer new. Our choice: 1.2T Elegance. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, olkswagen Polo
Corsa 1.2 329 900 6 670 3/1199 P 55/5750 - 118/2750 5/F M 13.2 174 7.0 6 S S S S S S 130 -
Corsa 1.2T Lite 354 900 7 170 3/1199 P-T 74/5500 - 205/1750 6/F M 9.9 194 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 -

Crossland 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 288-384/1 040 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Ride quality, styling and punchy small-capacity turbo engine. Bad: Relatively pricey. Our choice: One of the 1.2 Turbo models. Replacement due: Facelifted and GS Line added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Honda
WR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Peugeot 2008, Suzuki Fronx / Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser / Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross. Long-term test: 1.6TD Enjoy (Feb 2020)
Crossland 1.2 339 900 6 870 3/1199 P 55/5750 - 118/2750 5/F M - - 6.1 6 S S S S S S 115 -
Crossland 1.2T Edition 429 900 8 660 3/1199 P-T 81/5500 - 205/1500 6/F A - - 7.4 6 S S S S S S 141 -
Crossland 1.2T GS Line 489 900 9 860 3/1199 P-T 81/5500 - 205/1500 6/F A - - 7.4 6 S S S S S S 141 -

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Grandland 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 53 litres • Boot: 312/1 248 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: No-frills family car. Bad: Maybe too bland for some. Our choice: Edition. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault
Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
Grandland 1.6T 604 900 12 150 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Grandland 1.6T Edition Tech 674 900 13 540 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Grandland 1.6T GS Line 684 900 13 740 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Grandland 1.6T Elegance 704 900 14 140 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Grandland 1.6T Ultimate 724 900 14 540 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
Mokka 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 44 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Unique features. Bad: Cookie cutter personality. Our choice: GS Line. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Ford Puma, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-3, Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Proton X50, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo
Mokka 1.2T Elegance 495 900 9 980 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 8/F A 9.2 200 7.3 6 S S S S S S 139 -
Mokka 1.2T GS Line 549 900 11 050 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 76 230/1750 8/F A 9.78 200 7.3 6 S S S S S S 139 Sep 22

Zafira 5-door MPV • Seats: 8 (Edition) 7 (Elegance) • Fuel tank: 70 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Enormous. Bad: Pretty basic interior. Our choice: Edition. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-Benz Vito, Toyota Quantum, Volkswagen Transporter Kombi
Zafira Life 2.0TD Edition 834 000 16 710 4/1997 D-T 110/4000 - 370/2000 8/F A - - 7.6 4 S S S S S S 165 -
Zafira Life 2.0TD Elegance 964 900 19 310 4/1997 D-T 110/4000 - 370/2000 8/F A - - 7.6 4 S S S S S S 165 -

Peugeot www.peugeot.co.za Telephone: 0860 738 472 Dealers: 25


208 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 248/912 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Striking exterior design. Bad: Too quirky for some? Our choice: Possibly the 1.2T Allure AT. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, VW Polo
208 1.2 Active 337 900 6 830 3/1199 P 55/5750 - 118/2750 5/F M 14.9 171 7.0 6 S S S S S S 130 -
208 1.2T Allure 394 900 7 970 3/1199 P-T 74/5500 - 205/1750 6/F M 11.28 188 7.0 6 S S S S S S 130 Jun 22
208 1.2T Allure auto 434 900 8 760 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 6/F A 8.8 198 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
208 1.2T GT 474 900 9 560 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 6/F A 8.8 198 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
2008 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 44 litres • Boot: 184/864 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Solid cabin and stylish interior and exterior. Bad: Modern cabin might not be to all tastes. Our choice: Any. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Ford Puma, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai
Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, Nissan Qashqai, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Proton X50, Renault Captur, Toyota Corolla Cross / C-HR, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo
2008 1.2T Active 469 900 9 460 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 6/F A 9.1 198 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
2008 1.2T Allure 505 900 10 180 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 6/F A 9.1 198 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 -
2008 1.2T GT 559 900 11 250 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 75 230/1750 6/F A 10.46 198 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 May 21

3008 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 53 litres • Boot: 312/1 024 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: High specification level and unique exterior and interior design. Bad: Not as spacious as some rivals. Our choice: 1.6T Active. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q3, BMW X1, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Hyundai Tucson,
Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan. Long-term test: March 2018 (1.6T Active)
3008 1.6T Active 605 900 12 170 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A 8.9 201 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
3008 1.6T Allure 679 900 13 640 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A 8.9 201 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 -
3008 1.6T GT 755 900 15 150 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 80 240/1400 6/F A 9.65 201 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 Sep 17

5008 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 62 litres • Boot: 88/456-568/1 336 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Handsomely styled. Practically packaged. Bad: Engine lacks punch. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Outlander, Proton X90, Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
5008 1.6T GT 799 900 16 030 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 76 240/1400 6/F A 10.14 201 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 Dec 19

Landtrek Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Affordable double cab entry point. Bad: Some quality issues. Our choice: 4Action 4x4, Replacement due: New. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok
Landtrek 1.9TD Double Cab Allure 619 900 12 450 4/1910 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1800 6/R A 14.9 172 10.7 6 S S S S S S 235 -
Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action Double Cab 4x4 705 900 14 160 4/1910 D-T 110/4000 53 350/1800 6x2/2-4 A 10.92 171 14.33 6 S S S S S S 239 May 22

Porsche www.porsche.co.za Telephone: 011 540 5000 / 012 816 7600 / 021 555 6800 / 031 514 3000 / 021 000 0911 Dealers: 5
718 Boxster / 718 Spyder 2-door Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 54 / 64 litres • Boot: 136 litresfront + 80 litresrear • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Outstanding mid-engined roadster that is relatively affordable. Bad: Expensive optional extras. Our choice: GTS 4.0 manual. Replacement due: Spyder RS added. Also look at: BMW Z4, Mercedes-AMG SL
718 Boxster GTS 4.0 1 801 000 35 960 H6/3995 P 294/7000 - 420/5000 6/R M 4.5 293 13.0 6 S S O S S S 246 -
718 Boxster GTS 4.0 auto 1 801 000 35 960 H6/3995 P 294/7000 - 430/5500 7/R DC 4.0 288 11.5 6 S S O S S S 219 -
718 Spyder 1 892 000 37 770 H6/3995 P 309/7600 - 420/5000 6/R M 4.4 301 13.1 6 S S O S S S 249 Sep 21
718 Spyder auto 1 892 000 37 770 H6/3995 P 309/7600 - 430/5500 7/R DC 3.9 300 12.2 6 S S O S S S 232 -
718 Spyder RS 3 024 000 60 300 H6/3995 P 368/8400 - 450/6750 7/R DC 3.4 308 12.2 6 S S O S S S 232 -
718 Cayman 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 54 / 64 litres • Boot: 232 litres front + 72 litres rear • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Taut chassis, superb handling. Bad: Meagre specification. Our choice: GTS 4.0 manual. Replacement due: GT4 RS added. Also look at: BMW M240i Coupé, Jaguar F-Type Coupé, Toyota GR Supra
718 Cayman GTS 4.0 1 758 000 35 100 H6/3995 P 294/7000 - 420/5000 6/R M 4.5 293 13.0 6 S S O S S S 246 -
718 Cayman GTS 4.0 auto 1 758 000 35 100 H6/3995 P 294/7000 - 430/5500 7/R DC 4.0 288 11.5 6 S S O S S S 219 -
718 Cayman GT4 1 976 000 39 440 H6/3995 P 309/7600 - 420/5000 6/R M 4.4 304 13.1 6 S S O S S S 249 Jan 21
718 Cayman GT4 auto 1 976 000 39 440 H6/3995 P 309/7600 - 430/5500 7/R DC 3.9 302 12.2 6 S S O S S S 232 -
718 Cayman GT4 RS 3 024 000 60 300 H6/3995 P 368/8400 - 450/6750 7/R DC 3.4 315 14.8 6 S S O S S S 281 -
911 2-door Coupé / Cabriolet • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 64 litres (Carrera and Carrera S) 67 litres (Carrera 4, Carrera 4S and turbo models) • Boot: 112 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: The ultimate sportscar. Bad: Increasingly difficult to distinguish between different generations. Our choice: 911 GT3. Replacement due: S/T added. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, Audi RS5, BMW M4 / M8, Ferrari 296, Lamborghini Huracán, Lexus LC,
Mercedes-AMG SL. For 911 Dakar: Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato
911 Carrera Coupé 2 158 000 43 060 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/R DC 4.2 293 10.8 6 S S S S S S 206 -
911 Carrera 4 Coupé 2 300 000 45 890 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/4 DC 4.2 291 11.0 6 S S S S S S 210 -
911 Carrera T 2 415 000 48 180 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 7/R M 4.5 291 12.2 6 S S S S S S 232 -
911 Carrera T auto 2 415 000 48 180 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/R DC 4.0 291 11.4 6 S S S S S S 217 -
911 Carrera Cabriolet 2 409 000 48 060 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/R DC 4.4 291 11.0 6 S S S S S S 210 -
911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet 2 550 000 50 870 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/4 DC 4.4 289 11.0 6 S S S S S S 211 -
911 targa 4 2 551 000 50 890 H6/2981 P-T 283/6500 - 450/1950 8/4 DC 4.4 289 11.8 6 S S S S S S 223 -
911 Carrera S Coupé 2 501 000 49 890 H6/2981 P-T 331/6500 216 530/2300 8/R DC 3.41 308 10.7 6 S S S S S S 205 Sep 19
911 Carrera 4S Coupé 2 642 000 52 700 H6/2981 P-T 331/6500 - 530/2300 8/4 DC 3.6 306 10.8 6 S S S S S S 206 -
911 Carrera S Cabriolet 2 751 000 54 870 H6/2981 P-T 331/6500 - 530/2300 8/R DC 3.9 306 10.9 6 S S S S S S 208 -

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911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet 2 892 000 57 670 H6/2981 P-T 331/6500 - 530/2300 8/4 DC 3.8 304 10.8 6 S S S S S S 207 -
911 targa 4S 2 892 000 57 670 H6/2981 P-T 331/6500 - 530/2300 8/4 DC 3.8 304 11.9 6 S S S S S S 227 -
911 Carrera GTS Coupé 2 816 000 56 160 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 7/R M 4.1 311 12.4 6 S S S S S S 234 -
911 Carrera GTS Coupé auto 2 816 000 56 160 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/R DC 3.4 311 11.6 6 S S S S S S 221 -
911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé 2 958 000 58 990 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/4 DC 3.3 309 11.6 6 S S S S S S 222 -
911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet 3 066 000 61 140 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 7/R M 4.3 309 12.5 6 S S S S S S 238 -
911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet auto 3 066 000 61 140 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/R DC 3.6 309 11.8 6 S S S S S S 224 -
911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 3 208 000 63 970 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/4 DC 3.5 307 11.9 6 S S S S S S 226 -
911 targa 4 GTS 3 208 000 63 970 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/4 DC 3.5 307 11.9 6 S S S S S S 227 -
911 targa Edition 50 Years Porsche Design 3 541 000 70 590 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 219 570/2300 8/4 DC 3.5 307 11.9 6 S S S S S S 227 Feb 23
911 GT3 touring 3 916 000 78 060 H6/3996 P 375/8400 - 470/6100 6/R M 3.9 320 16.0 6 S S S S S S 304 -
911 GT3 touring auto 3 916 000 78 060 H6/3996 P 375/8400 - 470/6100 7/R DC 3.4 318 14.9 6 S S S S S S 283 -
911 GT3 3 916 000 78 060 H6/3996 P 375/8400 - 470/6100 6/R M 3.9 320 16.0 6 S S S S S S 304 -
911 GT3 auto 3 916 000 78 060 H6/3996 P 375/8400 - 470/6100 7/R DC 3.4 318 14.9 6 S S S S S S 283 -
911 GT3 RS 4 858 000 96 810 H6/3996 P 386/8500 - 465/6300 7/R DC 3.2 296 15.2 6 S S S S S S 289 -
911 turbo Coupé 4 293 000 85 560 H6/3745 P-T 427/6500 - 750/2250 8/4 DC 2.8 320 13.3 6 S S S S S S 254 -
911 turbo Cabriolet 4 542 000 90 520 H6/3745 P-T 427/6500 - 750/2250 8/4 DC 2.9 320 13.6 6 S S S S S S 257 -
911 turbo S Coupé 4 841 000 96 470 H6/3745 P-T 478/6750 290 800/2500 8/4 DC 2.82 330 13.3 6 S S S S S S 254 Jan 21
911 turbo S Cabriolet 5 091 000 101 450 H6/3745 P-T 478/6750 - 800/2500 8/4 DC 2.8 330 13.6 6 S S S S S S 257 -
911 Dakar 4 501 000 89 700 H6/2981 P-T 353/6500 - 570/2300 8/4 DC 3.4 240 12.6 6 S S S S S S 239 -
911 S/T 6 226 000 124 040 H6/3996 P 386/8500 - 465/6300 6/R M 3.7 300 16.6 6 S S S S S S 313 -
Cayenne 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 70 litres (S e-hybrid, turbo e-hybrid) 75 (e-hybrid) 90 (Cayenne, S) • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Spacious, luxurious and very capable sports SUV. Bad: Expensive options list. Our choice: Cayenne S. Replacement due: Facelifted. S e-hybrid added. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5, Jaguar F-Pace / I-Pace, Land Rover Range Rover Velar / Range Rover Sport,
Maserati Levante, Mercedes GLE, Lexus RX, Volkswagen Touareg
Cayenne 1 848 000 36 890 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1450 8/4 A 6.0 248 11.0 8 S S S S S S 210 -
Cayenne S 2 125 000 42 410 V8/3996 P-T 349/5700 - 600/2000 8/4 A 5.0 273 11.6 8 S S S S S S 220 -
Cayenne e-hybrid 2 194 000 43 780 V6/2995 P-T/H 346/5400 - 650/1400 8/4 A 4.9 254 2.9 8 S S S S S S 56 -
Cayenne S e-hybrid 2 515 000 50 170 V6/2995 P-T/H 382 - 750 8/4 A 4.7 263 2.0 8 S S S S S S 39 -
Cayenne turbo e-hybrid 3 312 000 66 040 V8/3996 P-T/H 544 - 950 8/4 A 3.7 295 2.4 8 S S S S S S 45 -
Cayenne Coupé 5-door SUV • Seats: 4 • 70 litres (S e-hybrid, turbo e-hybrid) 75 (e-hybrid) 90 (Cayenne, S, turbo GT) • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Probably as good and capable as the standard Cayenne. Bad: Simply a different design. Our choice: Cayenne Coupé S. Replacement due: Facelifted. S e-hybrid added. Also look at: Audi Q8, BMW X6, Jaguar F-Pace / I-Pace, Land Rover Range Rover Velar /
Range Rover Sport, Maserati Levante, Lexus RX. For Cayenne turbo GT: Aston Martin DBX, BMW X6 M, Lamborghini Urus, Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S Coupé
Cayenne Coupé 1 933 000 38 580 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1450 8/4 A 6.0 248 11.3 8 S S S S S S 214 -
Cayenne S Coupé 2 232 000 44 540 V8/3996 P-T 349/5700 - 600/2000 8/4 A 4.62 273 11.6 8 S S S S S S 222 Jan 24
Cayenne e-hybrid Coupé 2 259 000 45 070 V6/2995 P-T/H 346/5400 - 650/1400 8/4 A 4.9 254 3.0 8 S S S S S S 58 -
Cayenne S e-hybrid Coupé 2 607 000 52 000 V6/2995 P-T/H 382 - 750 8/4 A 4.7 263 2.0 8 S S S S S S 39 -
Cayenne turbo e-hybrid Coupé 3 390 000 67 590 V8/3996 P-T/H 544 - 950 8/4 A 3.7 295 2.4 8 S S S S S S 46 -
Cayenne turbo GT Coupé 4 128 000 82 280 V8/3996 P-T 485/6000 - 850/2300 8/4 A 3.3 305 14.3 8 S S S S S S 271 -
Macan 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 65 litres • Boot: 296/1 048 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Handling and ride. Bad: Very little. Our choice: Macan S. Replacement due: Macan T added. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi Q5 / SQ5 / Q5 Sportback / SQ5 Sportback, BMW X4, Jaguar E-Pace, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Lexus NX, Maserati Grecale,
Mercedes GLC, Volvo XC60
Macan 1 296 000 25 900 4/1984 P-T 195/5000 - 400/1800 7/4 DC 6.4 232 10.6 8 S S S S S S 200 -
Macan T 1 418 000 28 330 4/1984 P-T 195/5000 - 400/1800 7/4 DC 6.2 232 10.6 8 S S S S S S 200 -
Macan S 1 555 000 31 060 V6/2894 P-T 280/5200 - 520/1850 7/4 DC 4.8 259 11.9 8 S S S S S S 225 -
Macan GTS 1 831 000 36 550 V6/2894 P-T 324/5200 - 550/1900 7/4 DC 4.5 272 11.9 8 S S S S S S 225 -
Panamera 5-door Fastback • Seats: 4 (opt 5) • Fuel tank: 75 litres (Panamera, 4) 80 litres (turbo e-hybrid) • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)

Good: An accomplished package. Bad: More sporting than luxurious. Our choice: Panamera. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi S7 / RS7 Sportback, BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé / M8 Gran Coupé, Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé
Panamera 2 116 000 42 230 V6/2894 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1900 8/R DC 5.3 272 11.4 8 S S S S S S 216 -
Panamera 4 2 192 000 43 740 V6/2894 P-T 260/5400 - 500/1900 8/4 DC 5.0 270 11.9 8 S S S S S S 226 -
Panamera turbo e-hybrid 4 027 000 80 270 V8/3996 P-T/H 500 - 930 8/4 DC 3.2 315 2.0 8 S S S S S S 38 -

Taycan 4-door Fastback • Seats: 4 • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Porsche's first electric car promises great performance. Bad: Expensive. Our choice: Taycan base model. Replacement due: GTS added. Also look at: Audi RS e-tron GT, BMW i5 / i7, Mercedes EQE Sedan / EQS Sedan
Taycan 2 477 000 49 410 electric E 300 - 345 E/R E 5.4 230 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan 4S 2 869 000 57 220 electric E 390 - 640 E/4 E 4.0 250 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan GTS 3 456 000 68 900 electric E 440 - 850 E/4 E 3.7 250 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan turbo 3 793 000 75 610 electric E 500 - 850 E/4 E 3.2 260 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan turbo S 4 414 000 87 970 electric E 560 - 1050 E/4 E 2.8 260 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan Cross Turismo 5-door Estate • Seats: 4 • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km)
Good: Arguably one of the prettiest Porsches. Bad: Not many alternatives. Our choice: 4 Cross Turismo. Replacement due: New. Also look at: No direct estate rival, but also see: Audi e-tron Sportback / RS6 Avant
Taycan 4 Cross Turismo 2 770 000 55 250 electric E 350 - 500 E/4 E 5.1 220 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -
Taycan 4S Cross Turismo 2 890 000 57 630 electric E 420 - 650 E/4 E 4.1 240 E 8 S S S S S S 0 Dec 21
Taycan turbo Cross Turismo 3 825 000 76 250 electric E 500 - 850 E/4 E 3.3 250 E 8 S S S S S S 0 -

Proton www.proton.cars Dealers: 25


Saga 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: More choice for ride-hailing drivers. Bad: Proton's previous Saga wasn't all that epic. Our choice: In this category the cheapest is best. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Honda Amaze, Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan, Kia Pegas, Suzuki DZire
Saga 1.3 Standard 209 900 4 280 4/1332 P 70/5750 - 120/4000 5/F M - - 8.4 2 S - - S - S 162 -
Saga 1.3 Standard auto 224 900 4 580 4/1332 P 70/5750 - 120/4000 4/F A - - 8.4 2 S - - S S S 162 -
Saga 1.3 Premium 244 900 4 980 4/1332 P 70/5750 - 120/4000 4/F A - - 8.4 2 S - - S S S 162 -

X50 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Proton returns afters ten years. Bad: They must have left for a reason. Our choice: Not yet tested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Ford Puma, Haval Jolion, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Nissan Qashqai, Omoda C5, Opel
Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Corolla Cross
X50 1.5T Standard 449 900 9 060 3/1477 P-T 110/5500 - 226/1500 7/F DC - - 7.8 4 S - S S S S 150 -
X50 1.5T Luxury 499 900 10 060 3/1477 P-T 110/5500 - 226/1500 7/F DC - - 7.8 4 S S S S S S 150 -
X50 1.5T Executive 535 900 10 770 3/1477 P-T 110/5500 - 226/1500 7/F DC - - 7.8 6 S S S S S S 150 -
X50 1.5T Premium 579 900 11 650 3/1477 P-T 130/5500 - 255/1500 7/F DC - - 7.8 6 S S S S S S 150 -
X70 5-door Cross-Over / SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Untested. Bad: Rivals tough to beat. Our choice: Not yet tested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mahindra Scorpio-N / XUV700, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Toyota RAV4,
Volkswagen Tiguan
X70 1.5T Standard 529 900 10 650 3/1477 P-T 130/5500 - 255/1500 7/F DC - - 9.4 6 S S S S S S 176 -
X70 1.5T Executive 579 900 11 650 3/1477 P-T 130/5500 - 255/1500 7/F DC - - 9.4 6 S S S S S S 176 -
X70 1.5T Executive AWD 629 900 12 640 3/1477 P-T 130/5500 - 255/1500 7/4 DC - - 9.4 6 S S S S S S 176 -
X70 1.5T Premium X 639 900 12 840 3/1477 P-T 130/5500 - 255/1500 7/F DC - - 9.4 6 S S S S S S 176 -

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X90 5-door Cross-Over / SUV • Seats: 7 (Standard, Executive, Premium) 6 (Flagship) • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: Optional
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested Our choice: Still to be tested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Mahindra XUV700, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Peugeot 5008, Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
X90 1.5T Standard 559 900 11 250 3/1477 P 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 7/F DC - - 8.2 6 S - S S S S 156 -
X90 1.5T Executive 589 900 11 850 3/1477 P 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 7/F DC - - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 156 -
X90 1.5T Premium 644 900 12 940 3/1477 P 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 7/F DC - - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 156 -
X90 1.5T Flagship 679 900 13 640 3/1477 P 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 7/F DC - - 8.2 6 S S S S S S 156 -

Renault www.renault.co.za Telephone: 0861 736 2858 Dealers: 45


Captur 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 48 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: The most powerful in its segment. Bad: A VW T-Cross is more appealing. Our choice: Intens. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Citroën C3 Aircross, Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta, Kia Sonet / Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Nissan
Qashqai, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross / Taigo
Captur 1.3 Turbo Zen 489 999 9 860 4/1332 P-T 113/6000 - 270/1700 7/F DC 9.6 193 7.9 4 S S S S S S 149 -
Captur 1.3 Turbo Intens 509 999 10 260 4/1332 P-T 113/6000 - 270/1700 7/F DC 9.6 193 7.9 4 S S S S S S 149 Sep 23

Clio 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 42 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Stylish Frenchie. Bad: Is it new enough looking? Our choice: Life. Replacement due: Facelift due. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, VW Polo
Clio 1.0 Turbo Life 312 999 6 340 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2750 5/F M 11.8 187 6.8 4 S S S S S S 132 -
Clio 1.0 Turbo Zen 327 999 6 630 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2750 5/F M 11.8 187 6.8 6 S S S S S S 132 -
Clio 1.0 Turbo Intens 367 999 7 430 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/2750 5/F M 12.2 187 6.84 6 S S S S S S 132 Jun 22

Duster 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 336/1 242 litres• Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: Looks, price and a frugal turbodiesel engine. Bad: At times you know you are driving an entry-level SUV. Replacement due: 2024. Also look at: Hyundai Venue, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, VW T-Cross. Long-term test: 1.5
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Duster 1.5dCi Zen 397 999 8 030 4/1461 D-T 66/4000 - 210/1750 5/F M 14.8 155 6.1 2 S - S S S S 135 -
Duster 1.5dCi Zen auto 451 999 9 100 4/1461 D-T 80/4000 - 250/1750 6/F DC 11.9 169 5.8 2 S - S S S S 126 -
Duster 1.5dCi Zen 4WD 465 999 9 380 4/1461 D-T 80/4000 - 260/1750 6/4 M 12.5 168 6.2 2 S - S S S S 138 -
Duster 1.5dCi Intens 465 999 9 380 4/1461 D-T 80/4000 58 250/1750 6/F DC 13.04 169 5.8 2 S - S S S S 126 Dec 18
Kiger 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Sexy little crossover. Affordable, too. Bad: Lots of competition out there. Our choice: 1.0 Turbo Intens. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo4 Pro, Citroën C3, Haval Jolion, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite,
Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross
Kiger 1.0 Life 249 999 5 080 3/999 P 52/6200 - 96/3500 5/F M - - 6.4 2 S - - S - - 126 -
Kiger 1.0 Zen 264 999 5 380 3/999 P 52/6200 - 96/3500 5/F M - - 6.4 4 S - - S - S 126 -
Kiger 1.0 Zen auto 274 999 5 580 3/999 P 52/6200 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 6.2 4 S - - S - S 123 -
Kiger 1.0 Turbo Zen 319 999 6 480 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/3500 5/F M - - 6.0 4 S - - S S S 119 -
Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens 339 999 6 870 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/3500 5/F M - - 6.0 4 S - - S S S 119 -
Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens auto 359 999 7 270 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/3500 V/F V - - 6.5 4 S - - S S S 129 -
Koleos 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Boot: 344/1 368 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Ride comfort, refinement and practicality. Bad: Old-school engine/gearbox combination. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Intens introduced. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia
Sportage, Mahindra XUV700, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
Koleos 2.5 Intens 620 999 12 470 4/2488 P 126/6000 79 233/4000 V/F V 9.76 185 9.72 6 S S S S S S 188 Mar 22

Kwid 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 28 litres • Boot: 224/840 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Cheap. Bad: Not very cheerful. Our choice: Used VW Polo. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Suzuki S-Presso / Celerio, Toyota Vitz
Kwid 1.0 Life 196 999 4 030 3/999 P 50/5500 - 91/4250 5/F M - 152 5.9 2 S - - S - S 118 -
Kwid 1.0 Zen 206 999 4 230 3/999 P 50/5500 - 91/4250 5/F M - 152 5.9 2 S - - S - S 118 -
Kwid 1.0 Zen auto 216 999 4 420 3/999 P 50/5500 - 91/4250 5/F AM - 152 5.9 2 S - - S - S 117 -
Kwid 1.0 Climber 217 999 4 440 3/999 P 50/5500 - 91/4250 5/F M - 152 5.9 2 S - - S - S 118 -
Kwid 1.0 Climber auto 227 999 4 640 3/999 P 50/5500 - 91/4250 5/F AM - 152 5.9 2 S - - S - S 117 -
Mégane 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Return of a former Nürburgring king. Bad: Rivals have caught up. Our choice: Only one to choose from. Replacement due: End of production. Also look at: Audi S3 Sportback, BMW 128ti / M135i, Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai i30 N, Toyota GR Corolla, VW Golf GTI / Golf R
Mégane RS 300 Trophy 949 999 19 020 4/1798 P-T 221/6000 - 420/2400 6/F DC 5.7 255 9.7 6 S S S S S S 182 -

Triber 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 65/504-584 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Affordable 7-seater. Bad: Small-capacity engine. Our choice: Intens. Replacement due: Auto added. Also look at: Mitsubishi Xpander, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Rumion
Triber 1.0 Life 228 999 4 660 3/999 P 52/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M - - 6.6 2 S - - S - S 131 -
Triber 1.0 Zen 238 999 4 860 3/999 P 52/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M - - 6.6 2 S - - S - S 131 -
Triber 1.0 Intens 254 999 5 180 3/999 P 52/6250 54 96/3500 5/F M 16.68 - 6.6 4 S - - S - S 131 May 20
Triber 1.0 Intens auto 264 999 5 380 3/999 P 52/6250 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 6.6 4 S - - S - S 131 -

Rolls-Royce www.rolls-roycemotorcars-sandton.co.za Telephone: 011 676 6654 Dealers: 1


Cullinan 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 100 litres • Maintenance Plan: 4 year
Good: Quite possibly the most luxurious SUV yet. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Cullinan. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Aston Martin DBX, Bentley Bentayga, Ferrari Purosangue, Lamborghini Urus, Land Rover Range Rover
Cullinan POA POA V12/6749 P-T 420/5000 - 850/1600 8/4 A 5.2 250 18.0 6 S S S S S S 341 -
Cullinan Black Badge POA POA V12/6749 P-T 442/5000 - 900/1600 8/4 A - 250 19.9 6 S S S S S S 377 -

Ghost 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 83 litres • Maintenance Plan: 4 year
Good: The most affordable Rolls-Royce... that's “compact”. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Standard model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Bentley Flying Spur, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class
Ghost POA POA V12/6749 P-T 420/5000 - 850/1600 8/R A 4.8 250 18.8 6 S S S S S S 358 -
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Phantom 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Maintenance Plan: 4 year
Good: Too many to mention... Bad: Isn’t a helicopter more time-efficient? Our choice: Extended... if you have a chauffeur. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: No direct rival, but also see Bentley Flying Spur and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class
Phantom POA POA V12/6749 P-T 420/5000 - 900/1700 8/R A 5.3 250 18.1 6 S S S S S S 345 -
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Crosstrek 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km
Good: Better-looking than the XV it replaces. Bad: Underwhelming engine; CVT. Our choice: iL. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi Q2 / Q3 Sportback, Haval H6 GT, Hyundai Kona, Lexus UX, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Toyota C-HR, Volkswagen T-Roc
Crosstrek 2.0i L 591 000 11 870 H4/1995 P 115/6000 - 196/4000 V/4 V - - 8.6 7 S - S S S S 165 -
Crosstrek 2.0i S 683 000 13 700 H4/1995 P 115/6000 - 196/4000 V/4 V - - 8.6 7 S S S S S S 165 -

Forester 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Boot: 376/1 424 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km
Good: Reliability and lengthy standard specification. Bad: Old-school cabin. Our choice: 2.0i-S ES. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mahindra XUV700, Mazda CX-5 / CX-60, Renault
Koleos, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan
Forester 2.0i S ES 683 000 13 700 H4/1995 P 115/6000 73 196/4000 V/4 V 10.3 193 9.1 7 S S S S S S 179 Dec 18
Forester 2.5i Sport ES 713 000 14 300 H4/2498 P 136/5800 86 239/4400 V/4 V 10.06 188 10.0 7 S S S S S S 193 Apr 21
Forester 2.5i S ES 764 000 15 310 H4/2498 P 136/5800 86 239/4400 V/4 V 9.45 - 8.3 7 S S S S S S 193 May 22

Outback 5-door Estate • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km
Good: Pliant ride, generous spec, all-round ability. Bad: Safety systems sometimes distract. Our choice: 2.5i Field. Replacement due: 2.4T XT added. Also look at: Volvo V90 Cross Country
Outback 2.5i Field 795 000 15 930 H4/2498 P 138/5800 - 245/3400 V/4 V - - 8.8 8 S S S S S S 168 -
Outback 2.5i Touring 846 000 16 950 H4/2498 P 138/5800 - 245/3400 V/4 V - - 8.8 8 S S S S S S 168 -
Outback 2.4T XT 979 000 19 590 H4/2387 P-T 183/5200 - 350/2000 V/4 V - - 10.8 8 S S S S S S 204 -

WRX 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 75 000 km
Good: Sure-footed. Bad: CVT; too much body cladding. Our choice: 2.4T. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi A3 / S3 Sedan, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, Lexus IS, Mercedes A-Class Sedan
WRX 2.4T 815 000 16 330 H4/2387 P-T 202/5600 - 350/2000 6/4 M - - 11.9 8 S S S S S S 225 -
WRX 2.4T tS ES 895 000 17 920 H4/2387 P-T 202/5600 124 350/2000 V/4 V - - 10.2 8 S S S S S S 192 Nov 22

Suzuki www.suzukiauto.co.za Telephone: 0861 511 111 Dealers: 78


Baleno 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo
Baleno 1.5 GL 247 900 5 040 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - - 6.5 2 S - S S S S 127 -
Baleno 1.5 GL auto 267 900 5 440 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - - 6.8 2 S - S S S S 133 -
Baleno 1.5 GLX 299 900 6 070 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - - 6.5 6 S S S S S S 127 -
Baleno 1.5 GLX auto 319 900 6 470 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - - 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
Celerio 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 32 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Untested as yet. Bad: Untested Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Renault Kwid, Toyota Vitz. Long-term test: Dec 2022 (1.0 GL)
Celerio 1.0 GA 188 900 3 870 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - - 5.3 2 S - - S S - 92 -
Celerio 1.0 GL 210 900 4 300 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - - 5.3 2 S - - S S S 92 -
Celerio 1.0 GL auto 225 900 4 600 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F AM - - 5.0 2 S - - S S S 97 -

Ciaz 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 43 litres • Boot: 368 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Improved specification and new 1.5-litre engine. Bad: Not a lot, although seating position is relatively high. Our choice: 1.5 GLX. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Kia Pegas, Toyota Corolla Quest, Volkswagen Polo Sedan
Ciaz 1.5 GL 271 900 5 520 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - - 6.6 2 S - - S - S 130 -
Ciaz 1.5 GL auto 288 900 5 860 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - - 6.7 2 S - - S - S 132 -
Ciaz 1.5 GLX 313 900 6 350 4/1462 P 77/6000 74 138/4400 5/F M 10.35 185 6.6 2 S S S S - S 130 Jul 19
Ciaz 1.5 GLX auto 330 900 6 690 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - - 6.7 2 S S S S - S 132 -
DZire 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Boot: 288 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: As with the Swift hatch, a solid and reliable car. Bad: Not very desirable appearance. Our choice: GL. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Honda Amaze, Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan, Kia Pegas, Proton Saga
DZire 1.2 GA 204 900 4 180 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 11.7 175 5.9 2 S - - S S - 116 -
DZire 1.2 GL 224 900 4 580 4/1197 P 61/6000 70 113/4200 5/F M 11.32 175 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 Dec 18
DZire 1.2 GL auto 239 900 4 880 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F AM 13.2 170 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 -

Ertiga 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 152-408/1 568 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Spacious interior. Bad: Although punchier, new engine might struggle when fully loaded. Our choice: 1.5 GL. Replacement due: Spec upgraded. Also look at: Mitsubishi Xpander, Renault Triber, Toyota Rumion
Ertiga 1.5 GA 273 900 5 560 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 7.4 2 S - - S S - 146 -
Ertiga 1.5 GL 316 900 6 410 4/1462 P 77/6000 67 138/4400 5/F M 11.65 175 7.4 2 S - S S S S 146 Jun 19
Ertiga 1.5 GL auto 334 900 6 770 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 7.4 2 S - S S S S 147 -

Fronx 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Compelling crossover package. Bad: Slightly cramped for rear occupants. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger
Fronx 1.5 GL 288 900 5 860 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 6.6 2 S S S S S S 129 Nov 23
Fronx 1.5 GL auto 308 900 6 250 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 6.8 2 S S S S S S 133 -
Fronx 1.5 GLX 324 900 6 570 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 6.6 6 S S S S S S 129 -
Fronx 1.5 GLX auto 344 900 6 970 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
Grand Vitara 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 232/888 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Hybrid AWD an interesting proposition. Bad: Hybrid ain't cheap. Our choice: GL auto. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan Magnite, Renault Duster/ Captur, Toyota Urban Cruiser,
VW T-Cross
Grand Vitara 1.5 GL 339 900 6 870 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 165 7.2 6 S S S S S S 142 -
Grand Vitara 1.5 GL auto 359 900 7 270 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 7.2 6 S S S S S S 142 -
Grand Vitara 1.5 GLX 397 900 8 030 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 165 7.2 6 S S S S S S 142 -
Grand Vitara 1.5 GLX auto 417 900 8 420 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 7.2 6 S S S S S S 142 -
Grand Vitara 1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip 529 900 10 650 4/1462 P/H 76/6000 - 137/4400 6/4 A - 165 6.7 6 S S S S S S 131 -
Ignis 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 32 litres • Boot: 232/888 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Styling and peppy engine. Bad: Cabin can feel cramped at times. Our choice: GLX manual. Replacement due: Upgraded (stability control added). Also look at: Citroën C3, Renault Kiger. Long-term test: Nov 2019 (1.2 GLX)
Ignis 1.2 GL 224 900 4 580 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 11.6 165 6.1 2 S - - S S - 119 -
Ignis 1.2 GLX 261 900 5 320 4/1197 P 61/6000 72 113/4200 5/F M 12.05 165 6.1 2 S - - S S S 119 Sep 20
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Jimny 3/5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 88/792 litres (3-door) • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Design and off-road ability. Bad: Relatively slow. Our choice: __. Replacement due: 5-door added. Also look at: In a class of its own
Jimny 1.5 GL AllGrip 3-door 390 900 7 890 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 5x2/2-4 M - - 7.6 2 S - - S S S 146 -
Jimny 1.5 GL AllGrip 3-door auto 412 900 8 320 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 4x2/2-4 A - - 8.2 2 S - - S S S 158 -
Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 3-door 416 900 8 400 4/1462 P 75/6000 69 130/4000 5x2/2-4 M 12.77 - 7.6 2 S S S S S S 146 Feb 19
Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 3-door auto 438 900 8 840 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 4x2/2-4 A - - 8.2 2 S S S S S S 158 -
Jimny 1.5 GL AllGrip 5-door 429 900 8 660 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 5x2/2-4 M - 155 7.6 2 S - - S S S 146 -
Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 5-door 457 900 9 220 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 5x2/2-4 M - 155 7.6 6 S S S S S S 146 Feb 23
Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 5-door auto 479 900 9 660 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 4x2/2-4 A - 140 8.2 6 S S S S S S 158 -
S-Presso 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 27 litres Boot: 200/744 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km
Good: Competitive pricing, slick gearbox. Bad: Styling may not be to everyone's taste. Our choice: GL+ manual. Replacement due: Upgraded. GL auto added. Also look at: Renault Kwid, Toyota Vitz
S-Presso 1.0 GL 174 900 3 590 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F M - - 5.9 2 S - - S S - 118 -
S-Presso 1.0 GL auto 188 900 3 870 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F AM - - 5.9 2 S - - S S - 118 -
S-Presso 1.0 GL+ 184 900 3 790 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F M - - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 -
S-Presso 1.0 GL+ auto 198 900 4 060 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F AM - - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 -
S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition 200 900 4 100 3/998 P 50/5500 65 90/3500 5/F M 13.8 - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 Jul 20
S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition auto 214 900 4 380 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F AM - - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 -
Swift 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Boot: 224/776 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km (GA to GLX) 4 year / 60 000 km (Sport)
Good: Nimble, solid and good reliability. Bad: You would want the Sport. Our choice: 1.2 GL. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Hyundai Grand i10, Kia Picanto, Toyota Vitz, Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Swift 1.2 GA 205 900 4 200 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 12.0 170 5.9 2 S - - S S - 116 -
Swift 1.2 GL 225 900 4 600 4/1197 P 61/6000 70 113/4200 5/F M 11.31 170 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 Sep 18
Swift 1.2 GL auto 240 900 4 900 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F AM 13.5 165 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 -
Swift 1.2 GLX 247 900 5 040 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 12.0 170 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 -
Swift 1.2 GLX auto 263 900 5 360 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F AM 13.5 165 5.9 2 S - - S S S 116 -
Swift 1.4T Sport 432 900 8 720 4/1373 P-T 103/5500 - 230/2500 6/F M 8.0 205 7.3 6 S S - S S S 141 -
Swift 1.4T Sport auto 455 900 9 180 4/1373 P-T 103/5500 - 230/2500 6/F A 8.0 205 7.3 6 S S - S S S 141 -
Vitara 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 47 litres • Boot: 288/1 000 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Solid feel from behind the steering wheel. Bad: Lacks flair compared to its opposition. Our choice: 1.4T GLX . Replacement due: Facelifted. 1.4T added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta, Jeep
Renegade, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen T-Cross. Long-term test: May 2017 (1.6 GL+)
Vitara 1.6 GLX AllGrip 438 900 8 840 4/1586 P 86/6000 - 151/4000 5/4 M 12.0 180 7.4 7 S S S S S S 145 -
Vitara 1.4T GLX 445 900 8 980 4/1373 P-T 103/5500 90 220/1500 6/F M 9.10 200 7.0 7 S S S S S S 136 Nov 19
Vitara 1.4T GLX auto 469 900 9 460 4/1373 P-T 103/5500 - 220/1500 6/F A 9.5 200 7.1 7 S S S S S S 138 -
XL6 5-door Cross-Over / MPV • Seats: 6 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Not yet tested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: No direct cross-over 6-seater rival, but also see 7-seater MPVs: Mitsubishi Xpander, Toyota Rumion
XL6 1.5 GL 336 900 6 810 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 170 7.2 2 S - S S S S 142 Dec 23
XL6 1.5 GL auto 355 900 7 190 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 165 7.3 2 S - S S S S 144 -
XL6 1.5 GLX 351 900 7 110 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 170 7.2 2 S S S S S S 142 -
XL6 1.5 GLX auto 370 900 7 490 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 165 7.3 2 S S S S S S 144 -

Toyota www.toyota.co.za Telephone: 0800 139 111 Dealers: 194


C-HR 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 152/792 litres• Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: Mould-breaking styling statement from Toyota. Bad: More hatch than SUV. Our choice: The manual options. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Haval H6 GT, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30,
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Subaru Crosstrek, Volkswagen Taigo / T-Roc
C-HR 1.2T 487 500 9 810 4/1197 P-T 85/5200 - 185/1500 6/F M 10.9 190 7.6 7 S S - S S S 141 -
C-HR 1.2T Plus 513 500 10 330 4/1197 P-T 85/5200 61 185/1500 6/F M 11.19 190 7.6 7 S S S S S S 141 May 17
C-HR 1.2T Plus auto 528 900 10 630 4/1197 P-T 85/5200 - 185/1500 V/F V 11.1 185 7.7 7 S S S S S S 144 -
C-HR 1.2T Luxury 612 000 12 290 4/1197 P-T 85/5200 61 185/1500 V/F V 11.19 185 7.7 7 S S S S S S 144 Aug 20
Corolla Cross 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 47 litres (1.8 models) 36 litres (Hybrid models) • Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: The Corolla family is growing, locally produced. Bad: No longer SA's most affordable car. Our choice: Hybrid, all day long. Replacement due: Hybrid GR-Sport added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma,
Haval Jolion, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-30, Mitsubishi ASX, Nissan Qashqai, Opel Crossland, Peugeot 2008, Proton X50, Suzuki Vitara, Volkswagen T-Cross
Corolla Cross 1.8 Xi 408 400 8 230 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 5 S S S S S S 154 -
Corolla Cross 1.8 XS 443 900 8 940 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 5 S S S S S S 154 -
Corolla Cross 1.8 XR 483 500 9 730 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 7 S S S S S S 154 -
Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid XS 486 100 9 780 4/1798 P/H 90 51 142+e V/F V 11.96 170 5.16 5 S S S S S S 98 Mar 22
Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid XR 527 200 10 600 4/1798 P/H 90 - 142+e V/F V - 170 5.2 7 S S S S S S 98 -
Corolla Cross 1.8 GR-Sport 500 200 10 060 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 7 S S S S S S 154 -
Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid GR-Sport 543 700 10 930 4/1798 P/H 90 - 142+e V/F V - 170 5.2 7 S S S S S S 98 Oct 23
Corolla Sedan 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Boot: 416/1 112 litres • Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: 12th generation Corolla offers excellent build quality. Bad: Increasingly questionable in relevance when everyone is buying crossovers. Our choice: Hybrid XS. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Honda Ballade
Corolla 1.8 Hybrid XS 549 300 11 040 4/1798 P/H 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.7 7 S S S S S S 90 -
Corolla 1.8 Hybrid XR 570 200 11 460 4/1798 P/H 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.7 7 S S S S S S 90 -
Corolla 2.0 XR 559 500 11 240 4/1987 P 126/6600 - 203/4600 V/F V 8.6 195 7.1 7 S S S S S S 134 -
Corolla Hatch 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 168/832 litres • Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: Reliability. Bad: You'd rather want a Corolla Cross for the same money. Our choice: Hybrid XS. Replacement due: Facelifted. Hybrid and 2.0 added. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Hatch, Mazda Mazda3. Long-term test: April 2021 (1.2T XR)
Corolla Hatch 1.8 Hybrid XS 536 500 10 780 4/1798 P/H 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.8 7 S S S S S S 91 -
Corolla Hatch 2.0 XR 566 800 11 390 4/1987 P 126/6600 - 203/4600 V/F V - 210 7.2 7 S S S S S S 137 -
Corolla Hatch 1.8 Hybrid XR 577 600 11 600 4/1798 P/H 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.8 7 S S S S S S 91 -
Corolla Quest 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Boot: 416/1 112 litres • Service Plan: 3 services / 45 000 km
Good: Proven, reliable underpinnings. Bad: Some interior plastics, ride-hailing image. Our choice: Prestige manual. Replacement due: Plus added. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Honda Ballade, Kia Pegas, Suzuki Ciaz, Volkswagen Polo Sedan
Corolla Quest 1.8 Plus 336 000 6 790 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 173/4000 6/F M 9.8 200 8.4 3 S - - S S S 165 -
Corolla Quest 1.8 Plus auto 359 700 7 270 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 173/4000 V/F V 10.2 195 7.6 3 S - - S S S 150 -
Corolla Quest 1.8 Prestige 380 900 7 690 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 173/4000 6/F M 9.8 200 8.4 5 S - S S S S 165 -
Corolla Quest 1.8 Prestige auto 394 000 7 950 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 173/4000 V/F V 10.2 195 7.6 5 S - S S S S 150 -
Corolla Quest 1.8 Exclusive 401 700 8 100 4/1798 P 103/6400 79 173/4000 6/F M 9.58 200 8.4 5 S - S S S S 165 May 20
Corolla Quest 1.8 Exclusive auto 414 800 8 360 4/1798 P 103/6400 - 173/4000 V/F V 10.2 195 7.6 5 S - S S S S 150 -
Fortuner 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 168-492/1 292 litres• Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km (petrol) 9 services / 90 000 km (diesel)
Good: Offers much improved refinement and comfort over the previous generation Bad: Rear seats' folding mechanisms. Our choice: 2.8GD-6 4x4 strikes a good balance. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Ford Everest, Hyundai Santa Fe,
Isuzu mu-X, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Peugeot 5008
Fortuner 2.4GD-6 673 100 13 500 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 8.2 7 S S S S S S 179 -
Fortuner 2.4GD-6 auto 699 800 14 040 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R A - 170 8.6 7 S S S S S S 190 -
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Fortuner 2.8GD-6 4x4 901 700 18 050 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/4 A - 180 9.5 7 S S S S S S 209 -
Fortuner 2.8GD-6 VX 864 900 17 320 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 180 9.1 7 S S S S S S 201 -
Fortuner 2.8GD-6 4x4 VX 944 900 18 910 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 69 500/1600 6/4 A 11.31 180 9.5 7 S S S S S S 209 Nov 23
GR86 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: (Relatively) affordable drifting is back. Bad: Engine acoustics still dull. Our choice: Always the manual version. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW 220i Coupé
GR86 2.4 763 100 15 300 H4/2387 P 174/7000 - 250/3700 6/R M 6.4 226 11.4 7 S - S S S S 217 -
GR86 2.4 auto 801 900 16 070 H4/2387 P 174/7000 - 250/3700 6/R A 6.8 216 10.6 7 S - S S S S 201 -

GR Corolla 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: Hatches don't get any hotter. Bad: The last of a dying breed. Our choice: Any you can get your hands on. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi S3 Sportback, BMW M135i, Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai i30 N, Renault Mégane RS, Volkswagen Golf R
GR Corolla 1.6T GR-Four Core 849 400 17 010 3/1618 P-T 221/6500 - 370/3000 6/4 M - 230 10.1 7 S S S S S S 191 -
GR Corolla 1.6T GR-Four Circuit 911 400 18 250 3/1618 P-T 221/6500 152 370/3000 6/4 M 5,04 230 10.1 7 S S S S S S 191 Jul 23

GR Supra 2-door Coupé • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 52 litres • Boot: 184 litres • Service Plan: 5 services / 100 000 km
Good: Design and driving improvements over BMW Z4. Bad: Price. Our choice: Manual. Replacement due: Upgraded engine. Manual added. Also look at: BMW M240i Coupé / Z4, Ford Mustang, Porsche 718 Cayman
GR Supra 3.0T 1 494 800 29 860 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1800 6/R M 4.4 250 10.7 7 S S S S S S 202 -
GR Supra 3.0T auto 1 530 800 30 580 i6/2998 P-T 285/5800 - 500/1800 8/R A 4.1 250 9.2 7 S S S S S S 177 -

GR Yaris 3-door Hatch • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: A rare, unique rally car for the road. Bad: Most rivals are more spacious. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai i30 N, MINI John Cooper Works Hatch, Renault Mégane RS, Volkswagen Golf GTI
GR Yaris 1.6T GR-Four Rally 848 600 17 000 3/1618 P-T 198/6500 152 360/3000 6/4 M 5.38 230 9.1 6 S S S S S S 172 Jan 23

Hiace MPV • Seats: 14 • Fuel tank: 70 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: Proven reliability. Bad: Better suited for mass transportation. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Upgraded. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Mercedes-Benz Vito, Volkswagen Kombi
Hiace 2.5D-4D Bus 14-seater GL 722 300 14 480 4/2494 D-T 75/3600 - 260/1600 5/R M - 100 11.9 2 S - - S S S 266 -

Hilux Single Cab / Extended Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab / Xtra Cab) 4/5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Payload: from 852 kg • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: New and improved engines, nimble on the road – for a bakkie. Bad: Ride quality a notch below some competitors. Our choice: 2.8 GD-6. Replacement due: Raider X added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50,
Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Volkswagen Amarok
Hilux 2.0 Single Cab S 356 600 7 200 4/1998 P 102/5600 - 183/4000 5/R M - 170 - 3 S - - O - - - -
Hilux 2.4GD Single Cab S 402 000 8 110 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 343/1400 5/R M - 175 - 3 S - - O - - - -
Hilux 2.7 Single Cab S 459 500 9 250 4/2694 P 122/5200 - 245/4000 5/R M - 180 - 3 S - - S S - - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab SR 497 800 10 010 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 - 7 S - - S S - - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 SR 572 900 11 510 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 M - 170 - 7 S - - S S - - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab Raider 537 800 10 810 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab Raider auto 561 700 11 290 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R A - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider 618 700 12 420 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 M - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider auto 644 600 12 940 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Single Cab Raider auto 641 100 12 870 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider auto 718 200 14 400 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Xtra Cab Raider 553 200 11 120 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Xtra Cab Raider auto 577 200 11 600 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R A - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Xtra Cab Legend 664 200 13 330 4/2755 D-T 150/3400 - 420/1400 6/R M - 180 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Xtra Cab Legend auto 695 800 13 960 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Xtra Cab 4x4 Legend 749 200 15 020 4/2755 D-T 150/3400 - 420/1400 6x2/2-4 M - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Xtra Cab 4x4 Legend auto 781 200 15 660 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - -
Hilux 2.7 Double Cab S 523 700 10 530 4/2694 P 122/5200 - 245/4000 5/R M - 180 12.8 3 S - - S S - 253 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab SR 566 900 11 390 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 8.5 7 S - - S S - 187 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 SR 652 800 13 100 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 M - 170 9.1 7 S - - S S - 199 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab Raider 602 100 12 090 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R M - 175 8.5 7 S S S S S S 187 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab Raider auto 623 200 12 510 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R A - 170 8.8 7 S S S S S S 192 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider 674 800 13 540 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 M - 170 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 -
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider auto 706 300 14 160 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 170 9.2 7 S S S S S S 202 Nov 21
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider X 674 800 13 540 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 M 12.47 170 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 Mar 24
Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider X auto 706 300 14 160 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 170 9.2 7 S S S S S S 202 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab Raider auto 754 200 15 120 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 175 8.9 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider auto 842 900 16 880 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 175 9.6 7 S S S S S S 209 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab Legend 803 400 16 100 4/2755 D-T 150/3400 - 420/1400 6/R M - 180 8.9 7 S S S S S S 193 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab Legend auto 853 200 17 090 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 175 8.9 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Hilux 4.0 V6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend 902 900 18 080 V6/3956 P 175/5200 - 376/3800 6x2/2-4 A - 180 14.2 7 S S S S S S 280 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend 863 400 17 290 4/2755 D-T 150/3400 - 420/1400 6x2/2-4 M - 175 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend auto 903 400 18 090 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 175 9.6 7 S S S S S S 209 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 GR-Sport 947 600 18 970 4/2755 D-T 165/3000 76 550/1600 6x2/2-4 A 9.87- 180 9.6 7 S S S S S S 210 Mar 23
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab Legend RS auto 951 600 19 050 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 175 8.9 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend RS 965 100 19 320 4/2755 D-T 150/3400 - 420/1400 6x2/2-4 M - 175 9.5 7 S S S S S S 208 -
Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend RS auto 1 005 000 20 110 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 68 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A 10.25 175 9.6 7 S S S S S S 209 Dec 20
Land Cruiser 70 Series Single/Double Cab Pick-Up / 3-Door /5-door SUV • Seats: 2 (76) 4/5 (78 / 79) • Fuel tank: 130 (D/Cab and 76) 180 litres (Single Cab, 78) • Payload: 815 to 1 135 kg (model dependent) • Service Plan: None
Good: Extremely rugged. Bad: Pricey. Hard ride. Our choice: 76 Station Wagon. Replacement due: Updated. Also look at: No direct rival, but also look at Ineos Grenadier, Jeep Wrangler / Gladiator, Mahindra Pik Up or VW Transporter.
Land Cruiser 79 4.0 V6 Single Cab 749 200 15 020 V6/3956 P 170/5200 - 360/3800 5x2/2-4 M 12.62 165 16.3 2 S - - S - - - -
Land Cruiser 79 4.2D Single Cab 796 600 15 960 i6/4164 D 96/3800 - 285/2200 5x2/2-4 M 18.0 140 13.1 2 S - - S - - - -
Land Cruiser 79 4.5D-4D Single Cab LX V8 910 800 18 240 V8/4461 D-T 151/3400 - 430/1200 5x2/2-4 M - 160 13.9 2 S - - S - - 306 -
Land Cruiser 79 4.0 V6 Double Cab 849 800 17 020 V6/3956 P 170/5200 - 360/3800 5x2/2-4 M 12.6 165 16.3 2 S - - S - - 320 -
Land Cruiser 79 4.2D Double Cab 890 600 17 830 i6/4164 D 96/3800 - 285/2200 5x2/2-4 M 18.0 140 15.6 2 S - - S - - 343 -
Land Cruiser 79 4.5D-4D Double Cab LX V8 998 500 19 980 V8/4461 D-T 151/3400 - 430/1200 5x2/2-4 M - 160 14.3 2 S - - S - S 313 -
Land Cruiser 78 4.2D Wagon 868 100 17 390 i6/4164 D 96/3800 - 285/2200 5x2/2-4 M 18.0 145 14.3 2 S - - S - - 314 -
Land Cruiser 76 4.5D-4D Station Wagon LX V8 1 022 100 20 450 V8/4461 D-T 151/3400 - 430/1200 5x2/2-4 M - 160 13.9 2 S - - S - S 306 -

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Land Cruiser 300 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 110 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: Go-anywhere ability. Bad: Not much. Our choice: 3.3D GX-R. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover, Lexus LX, Mercedes GLS, Nissan Patrol, Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90
Land Cruiser 300 3.3D GX-R 1 458 900 29 150 V6/3346 D-T 225/4000 - 700/1600 10x2/4 A - 210 10.7 7 S S S S S S 238 -
Land Cruiser 300 3.3D ZX 2 004 100 40 000 V6/3346 D-T 225/4000 - 700/1600 10x2/4 A - 210 10.7 9 S S S S S S 238 -
Land Cruiser 300 3.5T ZX 2 043 100 40 780 V6/3445 P-T 305/5200 - 650/2000 10x2/4 A - 210 14.5 9 S S S S S S 291 -
Land Cruiser 300 3.3D GR-Sport 2 060 000 41 110 V6/3346 D-T 225/4000 86 700/1600 10x2/4 A 8.23 210 10.68 9 S S S S S S 238 Feb 22
Land Cruiser 300 3.5T GR-Sport 2 095 100 41 810 V6/3445 P-T 305/5200 - 650/2000 10x2/4 A - 210 14.5 9 S S S S S S 291 -
Land Cruiser Prado 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 150 litres • Boot: 120 - 344/1 544 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: Quality and luxury. Bad: Too close to the Land Cruiser 300? Our choice: Diesel. Replacement due: Upgraded and 2.8GD added. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5, Ford Everest, Hyundai Palisade, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Land Rover Discovery, Mercedes-Benz GLE
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8GD TX 1 168 400 23 360 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/4 A - - 9.5 7 S - S S S S 209 -
Land Cruiser Prado 4.0 VX 1 280 800 25 600 V6/3956 P 202/5600 - 381/4400 6x2/4 A - 180 13.6 7 S S S S S S 266 -
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8GD VX 1 320 200 26 390 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/4 A - - 9.5 7 S S S S S S 209 -
Land Cruiser Prado 4.0 VX-L 1 335 100 26 680 V6/3956 P 202/5600 - 381/4400 6x2/4 A - 180 13.6 7 S S S S S S 266 -
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8GD VX-L 1 376 400 27 500 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 61 500/1600 6x2/4 A 11.38 175 9.5 7 S S S S S S 209 Apr 21
Quantum 5-door Crew Bus / MPV • Seats: 6 / 9 / 11 / 14 (model dependent) • Fuel tank: 65 litres • Service Plan: 9 services / 90 000 km
Good: More modern than before. Bad: Strangers will want to get in everytime you stop. Our choice: 14-seater for more passengers. Replacement due: 14-seater auto and 6-seater VX Premium added. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival,
Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class, Volkswagen Transporter / Transporter Kombi / Caravelle
Quantum 2.8 LWB Crew Cab 662 500 13 290 4/2755 D-T 130/3400 - 420/1400 6/R M - 170 - 2 S S - S S S - -
Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 11-seater GL 816 700 16 360 4/2755 D-T 130/3400 - 420/1400 6/R M - 100 - 2 S S - S S S - -
Quantum 2.8 SLWB Bus 14-seater GL 835 100 16 730 4/2755 D-T 115/3600 - 420/1600 6/R M - 100 - 2 S S - S S S - -
Quantum 2.8 SLWB Bus 14-seater GL auto 854 700 17 120 4/2755 D-T 115/3600 - 420/1600 6/R A - 100 - 2 S S - S S S - -
Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 6-seater VX Premium 1 194 600 23 890 4/2755 D-T 115/3600 - 420/1600 6/R A - - 10.4 7 S S S S S S 229 -
Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 9-seater VX Premium 1 198 900 23 970 4/2755 D-T 115/3600 - 420/1600 6/R A - - 10.4 7 S S S S S S 229 -
RAV4 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Boot: 408/1 352 litres • Service Plan: 6 services / 90 000 km
Good: Welcome improvements over outgoing model plus AWD system. Bad: CVT might not be to all tastes. Our choice: Hybrid. Replacement due: Hybrid E-Four added. Upgraded. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai
Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, VW Tiguan. Long-term test: 2.5 AWD VX (Feb 2020)
RAV4 2.0 GX-R AWD 705 600 14 150 4/1987 P 127/6600 78 203/4400 V/4 V 10.38 180 8.0 7 S S S S S S 153 Jul 19
RAV4 2.5 Hybrid GX-R E-Four 748 700 15 010 4/2487 P/H 163 - 221+e V/4 V - 180 5.8 7 S S S S S S 110 -
RAV4 2.0 VX 719 600 14 430 4/1987 P 127/6600 - 203/4400 V/F V - 190 7.8 7 S S S S S S 147 -
RAV4 2.5 VX AWD 817 700 16 380 4/2487 P 152/6600 92 243/4000 8/4 A 9.85 200 8.8 7 S S S S S S 166 Jun 19
RAV4 2.5 Hybrid VX E-Four 841 600 16 860 4/2487 P/H 163 - 221+e V/4 V - 180 5.8 7 S S S S S S 110 -
Rumion 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 4 services / 60 000 km
Good: Toyota gets a five-plus-two seater. Bad: Identical Suzuki equivalents are cheaper. Our choice: They're all pretty similar. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Mitsubishi Xpander, Renault Triber, Suzuki Ertiga
Rumion 1.5 S 301 400 6 100 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 7.4 2 S - - S S - 146 -
Rumion 1.5 SX 336 600 6 810 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 7.4 2 S - S S S S 146 -
Rumion 1.5 SX auto 357 000 7 210 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 7.4 2 S - S S S S 147 -
Rumion 1.5 TX 366 000 7 390 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 175 7.4 2 S - S S S S 146 -
Rumion 1.5 TX auto 386 500 7 800 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 170 7.4 2 S - S S S S 147 -
Starlet 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 37 litres • Service Plan: 3 services / 45 000 km
Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Volkswagen Polo

Starlet 1.5 Xi 252 100 5 120 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M 11.2 175 6.5 2 S - - S S S 127 -
Starlet 1.5 XS 266 300 5 410 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M 11.2 175 6.5 2 S - - S S S 127 -
Starlet 1.5 XS auto 290 900 5 900 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A 11.2 160 6.8 2 S - - S S S 133 -
Starlet 1.5 XR 319 100 6 460 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M 11.2 175 6.5 6 S S S S S S 127 -
Starlet 1.5 XR auto 339 000 6 850 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A 11.2 160 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 -
Urban Cruiser 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 4 services / 60 000 km
Good: Cheaper than the Suzuki Grand Vitara it's based on... Bad: ... with less features. Our choice: XR auto. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Renault Duster, Suzuki Grand Vitara, VW T-Cross

Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS 342 500 6 920 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 5/F M - 170 7.3 2 S - - S S S 146 -
Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR 359 700 7 270 4/1462 P 77/6000 68 138/4400 5/F M 11,28 170 7.3 6 S - S S S S 146 Jul 23
Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR auto 382 900 7 730 4/1462 P 77/6000 - 138/4400 4/F A - 165 7.3 6 S - S S S S 144 -
Vitz 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 32 litres • Service Plan: 2 services / 30 000 km
Good: It's probably better than the Agya it replaces. Bad: But that's not saying much. Sadly, another rebadged Suzuki. Our choice: XR. Replacement due: X-Cite added. Also look at: Renault Kwid, Suzuki S-Presso / Celerio
Vitz 1.0 189 900 3 890 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - 160 5.3 2 S - - S S - 101 -
Vitz 1.0 X-Cite 189 900 3 890 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - 160 5.3 2 S - - S S S 101 -
Vitz 1.0 XR 219 900 4 480 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - 160 5.3 2 S - - S S S 101 Sep 23
Vitz 1.0 XR X-Cite 219 900 4 480 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F M - 160 5.3 2 S - - S S S 101 -
Vitz 1.0 XR auto 239 900 4 880 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F AM - 160 5.0 2 S - - S S S 97 -

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Amarok Single Cab / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 2 (Single Cab) 5 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: Opt (110kW Single Cab) 3 year / 60 000 km (125kW S/Cab) Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km (D/Cab)
Good: As car-like as a bakkie can get. Bad: Cue the Ford Ranger clone jokes. Our choice: V6 every day. Replacement due: New. Single Cab added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8 / T9, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara,
Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux
Amarok 2.0TDI 110kW Single Cab 505 000 10 160 4/1996 D-T 110/3500 - 350/1500 5/R M - 170 8.3 6 S S - S S S 182 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Single Cab 581 900 11 690 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - 180 8.3 6 S S - S S S 181 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Single Cab 4Motion 653 800 13 120 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/4 M - 180 8.5 6 S S - S S S 187 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 110kW Double Cab 599 000 12 030 4/1996 D-T 110/3500 - 350/1500 5/R M - 170 8.3 7 S S - S S S 182 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab 650 500 13 050 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - 180 8.3 7 S S S S S S 181 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab 4Motion 721 500 14 470 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 M - 180 8.5 7 S S S S S S 187 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 683 500 13 710 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R M - 180 8.3 7 S S S S S S 181 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 4Motion 738 000 14 800 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 M - 180 8.5 7 S S S S S S 187 -
Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 4Motion auto 776 800 15 570 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A - 180 9.2 7 S S S S S S 203 -
Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab Life 4Motion 848 000 16 990 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab Style 4Motion 933 700 18 690 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab Style 4Motion 1 030 100 20 610 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 10.1 7 S S S S S S 222 -
Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab PanAmericana 4Motion 1 037 100 20 750 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 9.0 7 S S S S S S 195 -
Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab PanAmericana 4Motion 1 128 400 22 570 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 10.1 7 S S S S S S 222 -
Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab Aventura 4Motion 1 184 200 23 680 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/2-4 A - 180 10.1 7 S S S S S S 222 Sep 23
Caddy 5-door MPV • Seats: 5 / 7 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: Optional 3 year / 60 000 km (Caddy Kombi 1.6) 3 year / 60 000 km (Caddy 1.6 and all 2.0TDI)
Good: More refined than before. Bad: No automatic option. Less powerful engines than before. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Opel Combo

Caddy Kombi 1.6 433 400 8 730 4/1598 P 81/5800 - 152/3850 6/F M 12.8 180 8.8 2 S S O S S S 167 -
Caddy Kombi 2.0TDI 500 200 10 060 4/1968 D-T 81/2750 - 300/1500 6/F M 12.4 180 6.6 2 S S O S S S 145 -
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Caddy 1.6 509 000 10 240 4/1598 P 81/5800 - 152/3850 6/F M 12.8 180 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 -
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California 4-door MPV Camper Van • Seats: 4 + bed • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: The perfect camping vehicle. Bad: With all the equipment, the cabin can have rattles. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: No direct camper van rival

California 2.0BiTDI 146kW Coast 4Motion 1 534 000 30 640 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 11.3 198 9.8 6 S - S S S S 214 -

Caravelle 5-door MPV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 240/2 840 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km
Good: Copious amount of space. Bad: Pricey family transport. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-Benz V-Class, Toyota Quantum. Long-term test: Jan 2018 (Caravelle 2.0 BiTDI Highline DSG 4Motion)

Caravelle 2.0BiTDI 146kW Highline 4Motion 1 464 800 29 260 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 10.3 198 9.8 6 S S S S S S 214 -

Golf 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres (GTI) 55 litres (R) • Boot: 216/1 016 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km (GTI) Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km (R)
Good: All-round capability. Bad: No non-GTI models to choose from. Our choice: GTI. Replacement due: Jacara Edition and Golf R added. Also look at: Audi S3 Sportback, BMW 128ti / M135i, Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai i30 N, Renault Mégane RS, Toyota GR Corolla

Golf GTI Jacara Edition 776 800 15 570 4/1984 P-T 180/5000 - 370/1600 7/F DC 6.4 250 8.4 6 S S S S S S 159 -
Golf GTI 793 500 15 900 4/1984 P-T 180/5000 - 370/1600 7/F DC 6.4 250 8.4 6 S S S S S S 159 Dec 21
Golf R 945 100 18 920 4/1984 P-T 235/5600 142 400/2000 7/4 DC 5.05 250 9.4 6 S S S S S S 178 Feb 23

Polo Hatch 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 224/832 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: Cabin and ride quality. Bad: Exterior differences minor compared to outgoing model. Our choice: Entry-level model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Toyota Starlet.
Long-term test: 1.0 TSI Trendline (Oct 2020)
Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 70kW 348 200 7 040 3/999 P-T 70/5000 - 175/2000 5/F M 10.8 187 6.4 6 S S - S S S 121 -
Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 70kW Life 391 100 7 890 3/999 P-T 70/5000 - 175/2000 5/F M 11.9 187 6.5 6 S S S S S S 124 Jun 22
Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 85kW Life 414 100 8 350 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 11.3 200 6.5 6 S S S S S S 123 -
Polo hatch 1.0TSI 85kW R-Line 463 700 9 340 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 11.3 200 6.5 6 S S S S S S 123 -
Polo GTI 543 600 10 930 4/1984 P-T 147/4400 112 320/1500 6/F DC 6.65 237 7.7 6 S S S S S S 147 Jul 22
Polo Sedan 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: One more choice for Uber drivers. Bad: Limited appeal elsewhere. Our choice: Life auto. Replacement due: 1.6 auto added. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Honda Ballade, Kia Pegas, Suzuki Ciaz, Toyota Corolla Quest

Polo Sedan 1.6 355 100 7 170 4/1598 P 81/5800 - 152/3850 5/F M 11.2 190 7.4 2 S S - S S S 147 -
Polo Sedan 1.6 auto 377 000 7 610 4/1598 P 81/5800 - 152/3850 6/F A 12.2 187 7.8 2 S S - S S S 155 -
Polo Sedan 1.6 Life 386 000 7 790 4/1598 P 81/5800 - 152/3850 5/F M 11.2 190 7.4 2 S S S S S S 147 -
Polo Sedan 1.6 Life auto 408 200 8 230 4/1598 P 81/5800 67 152/3850 6/F A 13.3 187 7.8 2 S S S S S S 155 May 23
Polo Vivo 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 216/808 litres • Service / Maintenance Plan: Optional
Good: As before, based on the outgoing Polo. Bad: Naturally-aspirated engines handicapped at altitude. Our choice: 1.4 Comfortline. Replacement due: GT updated. Also look at: Hyundai Grand i10, Kia Picanto, Mazda Mazda2, Suzuki Swift / Baleno, Toyota Starlet
Polo Vivo 1.4 Trendline 259 400 5 270 4/1398 P 55/4800 - 130/3750 5/F M - 171 6.8 2 S - - S O S 134 -
Polo Vivo 1.4 Comfortline 280 600 5 690 4/1398 P 63/5000 59 132/3750 5/F M 12.80 177 7.1 2 S O O S O S 140 Oct 18
Polo Vivo 1.6 Comfortline 311 300 6 300 4/1598 P 77/5250 - 153/3800 6/F A - 188 7.3 2 S O O S S S 144 -
Polo Vivo 1.6 Highline 309 300 6 260 4/1598 P 77/5250 - 153/3800 5/F M - 188 7.4 2 S O S S S S 147 -
Polo Vivo 1.0TSI GT 346 900 7 010 3/999 P-T 81/5000 - 200/2000 6/F M - 196 5.5 2 S S S S S S 109 -
T-Cross 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 200-272/856 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: Some interior material quality. Bad: Some interior material quality. Our choice: 1.0TSI Comfortline. Replacement due: 70kW and 1.5TSI added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro / Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford Puma, Honda
WR-V / HR-V, Hyundai Venue / Creta, Jeep Renegade, Kia Sonet / Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Nissan Magnite, Opel Crossland / Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Renault Duster / Captur, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser / Corolla Cross
T-Cross 1.0TSI 70kW Comfortline 399 000 8 050 3/999 P-T 70/5000 - 175/1600 5/F M 10.8 180 5.8 6 S S S S S S 110 -
T-Cross 1.0TSI 85kW Comfortline 456 100 9 180 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 10.2 193 6.4 6 S S S S S S 126 -
T-Cross 1.0TSI 85kW Highline 497 000 10 000 3/999 P-T 85/5000 67 200/2000 7/F DC 11.19 193 6.4 6 S S S S S S 126 Dec 19
T-Cross 1.5TSI 110kW R-Line 541 900 10 890 4/1498 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 7/F DC 8.5 200 6.6 6 S S S S S S 127 -
T-Roc 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres (1.4TSI) 55 litres (2.0TSI) • Boot: 200/904 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Stylish and compact crossover. Bad: Pricey versus some competitors. Our choice: 1.4 TFSI. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi Q2, Ford Puma, Haval H6 GT, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Nissan Qashqai, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Subaru Crosstrek, Toyota C-HR
T-Roc 1.4TSI 110kW Design 605 100 12 150 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 8/F A 8.4 205 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 -
T-Roc 2.0TSI 140kW 4Motion Design 673 200 13 510 4/1984 P-T 140/4500 - 320/1500 7/4 DC 7.2 216 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 -
T-Roc 2.0TSI 140kW 4Motion R-Line 708 900 14 220 4/1984 P-T 140/4500 90 320/1500 7/4 DC 8.15 216 8.8 6 S S S S S S 167 Apr 21

Taigo 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 45 000 km
Good: A different shaped alternative. Bad: Only 1.0TSI engine. Our choice: Style. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Fiat 500X, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Omoda C5, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008, Toyota C-HR
Taigo 1.0TSI Life 482 100 9 700 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 11.3 - 6.5 6 S S S S S S 127 -
Taigo 1.0TSI Style 520 500 10 470 3/999 P-T 85/5000 - 200/2000 7/F DC 11.3 - 6.5 6 S S S S S S 127 -
Taigo 1.0TSI R-Line 545 200 10 960 3/999 P-T 85/5000 67 200/2000 7/F DC 11.3 193 6.5 6 S S S S S S 127 Oct 22

Tiguan 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres • Boot: 256-336/1 040 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km (TSI, TDI) Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km (Tiguan R)
Good: As refined as a compact executive sedan. Bad: Not as spacious as some of its competitors. Our choice: 1.4TSI will do. Replacement due: Tiguan R and TDI added. Also look at: BMW X1, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Citroën C5 Aircross, Haval H6, Honda CR-V, Hyundai
Tucson, Jeep Renegade, Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Opel Grandland, Peugeot 3008, Proton X70, Renault Koleos, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4
Tiguan 1.4TSI 110kW 623 800 12 520 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.2 200 9.2 6 S S S S S S 175 -
Tiguan 1.4TSI 110kW Life 697 000 13 980 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.2 200 9.2 6 S S S S S S 175 -
Tiguan 1.4TSI 110kW R-Line 765 000 15 330 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.2 200 9.2 6 S S S S S S 175 -
Tiguan 2.0TDI 130kW 4Motion R-Line 841 600 16 860 4/1968 D-T 130/3500 - 380/1750 7/4 DC 8.3 207 7.9 6 S S S S S S 172 -
Tiguan 2.0TSI 162kW 4Motion R-Line 843 000 16 890 4/1984 P-T 162/4500 92 350/1500 7/4 DC 6.5 225 10.0 6 S S S S S S 189 Feb 22
Tiguan R 1 074 800 21 500 4/1984 P-T 235/4500 136 400/2100 7/4 DC 5.32 250 10.6 6 S S S S S S 201 Jan 23
Tiguan Allspace 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 58 litres • Boot: 176/368-480/1 376 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 90 000 km
Good: Versatility of seven seats. Bad: Ride quality on large wheels. Our choice: Life. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, Hyundai Grand Creta, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Peugeot 5008, Proton X90
Tiguan Allspace 1.4TSI 110kW 666 300 13 370 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.2 200 8.5 6 S S S S S S 168 -
Tiguan Allspace 1.4TSI 110kW Life 754 900 15 130 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 - 250/1500 6/F DC 9.2 200 8.5 6 S S S S S S 168 -
Tiguan Allspace 1.4TSI 110kW R-Line 812 700 16 280 4/1395 P-T 110/5000 62 250/1500 6/F DC 10.9 200 8.5 6 S S S S S S 168 Dec 22
Tiguan Allspace 2.0TSI 132kW 4Motion Style 819 800 16 420 4/1984 P-T 132/4200 - 320/1500 7/4 DC 9.2 200 10.7 6 S S S S S S 201 -
Tiguan Allspace 2.0TSI 162kW 4Motion R-Line 887 700 17 780 4/1984 P-T 162/4500 - 350/1500 7/4 DC 6.5 225 10.3 6 S S S S S S 197 -
Touareg 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 90 litres • Boot: 400/1 224 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Performance, comfort and level of technology. Bad: Tech options are expensive. Our choice: Luxury. Replacement due: Still new. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5 / X7, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover Sport, Lexus LX, Mercedes GLE /
GLS, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado / Land Cruiser 300, Volvo XC90
Touareg V6 TDI Luxury 1 414 700 28 270 V6/2967 D-T 190/3250 86 600/2250 8/4 A 7.22 235 8.5 8 S S S S S S 188 May 19
Touareg V6 TDI Executive R-Line 1 723 800 34 420 V6/2967 D-T 190/3250 86 600/2250 8/4 A 7.22 235 8.5 8 S S S S S S 188 Oct 18

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Transporter 5-door Crew Bus / MPV • Seats: 5 / 8 / 10 (model dependent) 8 (Kombi) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km (Crew Bus) Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 60 000 km (Kombi)
Good: Copious amount of space. Bad: Not to be driven in a dynamic manner. Our choice: 110 kW Kombi. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Ford Tourneo Custom, Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Mercedes-Benz Vito, Toyota Hiace / Quantum
Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Crew Bus LWB 10-seater 724 400 14 530 4/1968 D-T 81/3200 - 250/1250 5/F M 15.5 164 8.6 2 S - O S S S 194
Transporter 2.0TDI 110kW Crew Bus LWB 5-seater 749 300 15 020 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 340/1500 7/F DC 12.0 182 7.9 2 S - O S S S 175
Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Crew Bus SWB 4Motion 5-s 841 000 16 850 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 9.8 198 9.8 2 S - O S S S 214
Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Crew Bus LWB 4Motion 8-s 906 700 18 150 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 9.8 198 9.8 2 S - O S S S 214
Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Kombi SWB Trendline 852 600 17 080 4/1968 D-T 81/3200 - 250/1250 5/F M 15.5 164 8.3 2 S - O S S S 179 -
Transporter 2.0TDI 110kW Kombi SWB Trendline 886 900 17 760 4/1968 D-T 110/3250 - 340/1500 7/F DC 12.0 182 7.9 2 S O S S S S 175 -
Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Kombi SWB Trendline Plus 4Mt 1 087 000 21 740 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 9.8 198 9.8 2 S O S S S S 214 -
Transporter Pick-Up Single / Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 3 (Single Cab) 6 (Double Cab) • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Payload: 1208 kg (Single Cab) 950 kg (Double Cab) • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km
Good: Combination of seats and loading space. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Depends on your requirements. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Unique in the segment, but also consider Mahindra Pik-Up, Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Pick-Up.
Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Single Cab 496 700 9 990 4/1968 D-T 81/3200 - 250/1250 5/F M 14.6 151 9.1 2 S - O S S S 198 -
Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Double Cab 584 400 11 740 4/1968 D-T 81/3200 - 250/1250 5/F M 14.6 151 9.0 2 S - O S S S 196 -
Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Double Cab 4Motion 752 900 15 090 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 10.2 183 9.8 2 S - O S S S 214 -

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C40 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: A more stylish take on the already-stylish XC40. Bad: Sloping rear eats rear space; not exactly cheap. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Audi e-tron Sportback, BMW iX1, Mercedes EQA
C40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate 1 324 000 26 460 electric E 300 - 660 E/4 E 4.7 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 Oct 23

EX30 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km


Good: One of the most affordable EVs currently available in South Africa. Bad: Not much. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX1, BYD Atto 3, GWM Ora 03, Mercedes EQA
EX30 Core Single Motor 775 900 15 550 electric E 200 - 343 E/R E 5.7 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EX30 Plus Single Motor Extended Range 865 900 17 340 electric E 200 - 343 E/R E 5.3 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EX30 Plus Twin Motor Performance 935 900 18 740 electric E 315 - 543 E/4 E 3.6 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EX30 Ultra Single Motor Extended Range 965 900 19 330 electric E 200 - 343 E/R E 5.3 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
EX30 Ultra Twin Motor Performance 995 900 19 930 electric E 315 - 543 E/4 E 3.6 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 -
S90 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Boot: 360/952 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Striking styling, innovative tech. Bad: We miss 6-cylinder power. Our choice: B5. Replacement due: T8 Twin Engine added. Also look at: Audi A6 / S6, BMW 5 Series, Lexus ES, Mercedes-Benz E-Class
S90 B5 Essential 950 000 19 020 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/F A 6.9 180 8.3 6 S S S S S S 157 -
S90 B5 Plus Dark 1 029 000 20 590 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/F A 6.9 180 8.3 6 S S S S S S 157 -
S90 B5 Ultimate Dark 1 067 000 21 350 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/F A 6.9 180 8.3 6 S S S S S S 157 -
S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Dark 1 319 000 26 360 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.6 180 1.7 6 S S S S S S 32 -
S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Bright 1 323 000 26 440 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.6 180 1.7 6 S S S S S S 32 -
S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Dark 1 357 000 27 120 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.6 180 1.7 6 S S S S S S 32 -
S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Bright 1 361 000 27 200 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.6 180 1.7 6 S S S S S S 32 -
V90 Cross Country 5-door Estate • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Boot: 384/1 120 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Luxurious estate with some off-road capability. Bad: Large vehicle that can feel cumbersome at times. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Essential and Plus models added. Also look at: Subaru Outback
V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Essential 1 081 000 21 620 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 7.4 180 8.9 6 S S S S S S 168 -
V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus 1 163 000 23 260 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 7.4 180 8.9 6 S S S S S S 168 -
V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate 1 201 000 24 010 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 7.4 180 8.9 6 S S S S S S 168 -

XC40 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres (excl. P6/P8) • Boot: 320/1 168 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Interior layout, perceived cabin quality and superb ride. Bad: Seats are on the hard side. Our choice: B4 models best balance of price with performance. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2 / Q3, BMW X1 / X2, Jaguar E-Pace,
Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA / GLB, MINI Countryman. For Recharge: Audi e-tron, BMW iX1 / iX3, Mercedes EQA / EQB
XC40 B3 Essential 699 000 14 020 4/1969 P-T 110/5800 - 265/1500 8/F A 10.1 180 8.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -
XC40 B3 Plus Dark 751 000 15 050 4/1969 P-T 110/5800 - 265/1500 8/F A 10.1 180 8.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -
XC40 B3 Ultimate Dark 774 000 15 510 4/1969 P-T 110/5800 - 265/1500 8/F A 10.1 180 8.5 6 S S S S S S 162 -
XC40 B4 Plus Dark 793 000 15 890 4/1969 P-T 145/5000 - 300/1700 8/F A 8.4 180 8.8 6 S S S S S S 166 -
XC40 B4 Ultimate Dark 817 000 16 370 4/1969 P-T 145/5000 - 300/1700 8/F A 8.4 180 8.8 6 S S S S S S 166 -
XC40 Recharge Single Motor Plus 1 108 000 22 160 electric E 175 - 330 E/R E 7.3 160 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
XC40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate 1 298 000 25 940 electric E 300 - 660 E/4 E 4.8 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 -
XC60 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 71 litres • Boot: 360/1 232 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: Build quality and design. Bad: Not much. Our choice: B5. Replacement due: Essential and Plus models added. Also look at: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Jaguar E-Pace / F-Pace, Land Rover Discovery Sport / Range Rover Evoque, Lexus NX, Maserati Grecale, Mercedes GLC, Porsche Macan
XC60 B5 AWD Essential 987 000 19 750 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 6.9 180 9.1 6 S S S S S S 173 -
XC60 B5 AWD Plus Dark 1 030 000 20 610 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 6.9 180 9.1 6 S S S S S S 173 -
XC60 B5 AWD Ultimate Dark 1 121 000 22 420 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 6.9 180 9.1 6 S S S S S S 173 -
XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Dark 1 314 000 26 260 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.8 180 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 -
XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Bright 1 350 000 26 980 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.8 180 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 Oct 22
XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Dark 1 388 000 27 740 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.8 180 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 -
XC60 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Bright 1 390 000 27 780 4/1969 P-ST/H 340 - 709 8/4 A 4.8 180 1.9 6 S S S S S S 37 -
XC90 5-door SUV • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 71 litres • Boot: 144/1 560 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km
Good: The most sophisticated Volvo to date. Bad: Not much. Our choice: B5. Replacement due: Essential and Plus models added. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X5 / X7, Jaguar F-Pace / I-Pace, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover Discovery / Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX,
Mercedes-Benz GLE, Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg. Long-term test: May 2018 (D5 AWD Inscription)
XC90 B5 AWD Essential 1 352 000 27 020 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 - 350/1800 8/4 A 7.7 180 9.6 7 S S S S S S 183 -
XC90 B5 AWD Plus Dark 1 451 000 28 990 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 80 350/1800 8/4 A 8.44 180 9.6 6 S S S S S S 183 Apr 22
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spoked 16-inch alloy wheels. out. With its turbopetrol V8


British- and European-spec making 460 kW and 750 N.m
models (like the one shown on of torque, BMW had decided
the left) looked decidedly less that the xDrive all-wheel-
racy and customers abroad had drive system would be tasked
to specially order these items. with putting those figures
to tarmac through an eight-
HOW IT’S GOING speed automatic transmission.
Many consider BMW’s M5 A wise decision, given that
to have essentially spawned the M5’s main rivals, the RS 6
a new automotive segment: and E63, were both all-wheel-
the thunder sedan. Every drive offerings.

F
orty years ago, BMW five-speed manual gearbox subsequent generation was Despite weighing in at a
produced its first ‘fast’ and managing wheelspin from responsible for some of the hefty 1 919 kg, the F90 still
5 Series, the E12 M535i. the rear axle. most thrilling motoring managed to hit 100 km/h from
While the 160 kW developed When the E28 M5 featured experiences the world over. standstill in just 3.71 seconds
by its 3.0-litre inline-six engine in the August 1987 issue of The E34 was the last time during testing. Dynamically,
was respectable, it was not CAR, it was the third-fastest the M5 would feature one the last M5 defied physics and
till 1984 and the introduction vehicle ever put though testing. of BMW’s legendary line of provided a level of driver
of the M5 that sedans would It was surpassed locally only straight-six engines – the E39 engagement more typical of older
really start to offer supercar- by the Porsche 944 Turbo and got a torquey 5.0-litre V8, the rear-wheel-drive variants, thanks
rivalling performance. Porsche 928S. E60 an F1-inspired 5.0-litre V10 to a configurable rear-wheel-
Fitted with a double-over- Built at BMW’s Rosslyn and the F10 and later F90 both biased drivetrain setting. Refined
head camshaft 3.5-litre straight- plant right here in South featured a twin-turbocharged road manners and a luxuriously
six engine codenamed M88/3 Africa, local versions of the 4.4-litre V8. appointed cabin combined in a
(a version of the M88/1 that M5 came standard with a Our most recent experience package the team unanimously
powered the M1 supercar), the BMW Motorsport division of the M5 was in Competition voted for as the best all-round
M5 had twelve more valves bodykit and special cross- guise in our January 2022 shoot- thunder sedan.
than the single-overhead cam
M535i, forged pistons, a less
restrictive exhaust system and
model-specific con rods.
Tipping the scales at a
relatively lightweight 1 580 kg,
the M5 served up 210 kW and
340 N.m of torque, could rev to
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went on to a true top speed
of 250 km/h. All this with the
driver stirring a Getrag-sourced

next Expect to find at least two exclusive first drives in the April issue, one from China and the other with distinctly British roots. Although the programme
was prepared at the time
month Could there be a prancing horse in the next issue, too? We report back from the annual Volkswagen VDub Camp festival in
of writing this issue,
Bela-Bela and look ahead to the new Formula 1 season. In terms of road tests, expect insight on the new Honda Elevate, unforeseen factors may
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