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TESTED Suzuki Fronx 1,5 GL manual / Isuzu mu-X 1,9 LS 4x2 / Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire / Toyota Fortuner 2,8 GD-6 4x4 VX November 2023 | Issue 801 RSA: R64,90 (incl.VAT) Other countries: R56,43 (excl. tax) CARmag.co.za CARmagSA CARmagazineSA CARmagazineSA BMW’S RADICAL NEXT 3 SERIES V O L K S WA G E N ’ S B E S T- S E L L E R R A I S E S I T S G A M E OUR TOP 12 BEST BUY’S The definitive guide to where to spend your hard-earned money 12 BE ST BUYS 2024
Is to electric cars what the 911 is to sports cars. THE ALL-ELECTRIC TAYCAN It’s the emotion you’ve been missing. It’s the performance you wished for. It’s the everyday usability you wouldn’t expect. It’s the Porsche among electric cars. Discover more at www.porsche.com/Taycan Porsche Centre Johannesburg Corner Witkoppen and Wroxham Road, Paulshof Telephone 011 540 5000 www.porschejohannesburg.com Porsche Centre Cape Town Cnr Century Avenue and Summer Greens Drive, Century City Telephone 021 555 6800 www.porschecapetown.com Porsche Centre Umhlanga 49 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga Ridge Town Centre, Umhlanga Ridge Telephone 031 514 3000 www.porscheumhlanga.com Porsche Centre Pretoria 452 Botterklapper Street, Off Lynnwood Road, The Willows Telephone 012 816 7600 www.porschepretoria.com Electric range combined (ECE): 403 km; Power: 300 kW (408 PS); Torque: 345 Nm; 0-100 km/h: 5.4 seconds (with Launch Control); Top Speed: 230 km/h Priced from R2 477 000 including a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. E&OE.
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A new understanding of wellbeing. Experience the Bentayga Azure. Discover exquisite craftsmanship and innovative technology at BentleyMotors.com/Bentayga Contact Bentley South Africa on 010 020 4000. The name ‘Bentley’ and the ‘B’ in wings device are registered trademarks. © 2023 Bentley Motors Limited.
BENTLEY SOUTH AFRICA Power: 404 kW (550 PS); Torque: 770 Nm; 0-100 km/h: 4.5 seconds; Maximum speed: 290 km/h. Priced from R6 120 000 including a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan. Model shown: Bentayga Azure V8
The Urus Performante is the extreme evolution of its predecessor. The most exclusive model in the Urus family raises the bar and sets a new benchmark with elevated levels of performance, lightweight, aerodynamic design and sportier driving dynamics. Lower, wider and lighter by 47 kg, thanks to extensive use of lightweight carbon-fibre components, the Urus Performante’s performance is unyielding: 490 kW (666 PS) of power, acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds and a top speed of 306 km/h. For bar raisers only. Sold with a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan at no additional cost.
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A LIGHT FOOT CREATES A STRONG GRIP. A lead foot is fun at the track, but you’re never going to max out your red line on the trail. In fact, slower is usually better. We won’t delve into lore about tortoises and hares, but there’s a reason that story rings true. Truth is, off-roading is probably the most fun you can have at 8kmph. Putting pressure on the gas can create wheel spin on unstable surfaces (which are most of the surfaces we are concerned with). Wheel spin destroys the ground and creates ruts. You’re literally digging yourself a hole. The serrated shoulder design of the BFGoodrich ® All-Terrain T/A® KO2 ® or the mud-phobic bars of the BFGoodrich ® Mud-Terrain T/A® KM3 are specially designed to make sure after you crawl, you can run. A soft touch is all our engineering needs to shoulder the burden of tip-toeing through the world instead of turning the Earth into an oversized treadmill. LEARN MORE ON HOW TO TRAVERSE THE EARTH RESPONSIBLY at africa.bfgoodrich.com
WELCOME November 2023 | Vol 67.10 | Issue no 801 A from the editor cknowledging that there are few genuine avoid-at-all- later in the year than usual is that coinciding with the planning of costs new vehicle purchases currently on sale in the South our December issue – where we preview the models expected to African market, it’s fair to say that the process of deciding land in South Africa in 2024 – already has us questioning how these on a new car is anything but straightforward. The conundrum of current results might change this time next year. wrestling with which brochure, showroom experience or standard Of course, you’re welcome to disagree or even challenge our specification list will see you parting with your hard-earned cash, Top 12 Best Buys advice. We’ve been doing this long enough to especially in the face of an increasingly stretched budget, can be acknowledge that we vote based on facts and behind-the-wheel incredibly stressful. experience, rather than emotional attachment or personal brand In an annual feature that has been running for more than twenty loyalty. What we would encourage you to do, though, is at least years, the collective CAR magazine editorial team attempts to book a test drive in the vehicles listed in this feature, before you make your decision-making a little less complicated by listing what scratch them off your respective shopping lists. vehicles we would choose within twelve segments of the market. It’s made our job of choosing winners somewhat more complex Introduced in the January 2000 issue, what began as the Top 10 compared with when we first sat down in late 1999, but the beauty Best Buys awards has evolved over the years into an increasingly of our market is that we’re blessed with so much variety when it complex feature that, if we’re being honest, could now easily include comes to new vehicle purchases, including a greater number of even more segments. More pertinent than the impossible-to-ignore brands, drivetrain options and, indeed, more choice – together second wave of impressive Chinese products, or the steady rise of with a fair few notably established favourites – than many other hybrid and EVs, is the blurring of the lines between what used to be markets. considered traditional segments. Have fun reading this issue and, as ever, happy motoring. These days a 10 mm increase in ground clearance lifts a hatchback into the crossover category. The once-significant sedan segment has been all but supplanted by SUVs and, indeed, with so many different permutations within the latter category, it’s difficult to accurately say just what constitutes a Sport Utility Vehicle these days. Thanks to our continued access to all of the vehicles available within these segments locally, CAR has been able to make informed buying decisions for the past 23 years and we stand by the results published in the issue that you currently hold your hands. Email | car@habarimedia.com What’s interesting about publishing our Top 12 Best Buys feature IamDamianAdams WHAT IT TOOK TO MAKE THE NOVEMBER ISSUE 04 03 3 529 4 876 6 905 40 14 9 522 cars tested (and five long-termers) additional vehicles driven kilometres covered litres of utility space measured kilograms of vehicles weighed braking tests 0–100 km/h sprint tests kilometres travelled for launches CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 15
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CONTENTS ON THE COVER: Upscaled and refreshed, Volkswagen’s Tiguan returns in new-generation guise NOVEMBER 2023 P32 Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 4x4 VX P78 Insight 20 Drive Tests Buy BMW Neue Klasse; 38 Lotus Emira 66 Suzuki Fronx 1,5 GL manual 92 Top 12 Used Buys Volkswagen ID. GTI; 42 Suzuki XL6 70 Isuzu mu-X 1,9 LS 4X2 98 Starter classic: MGC Mercedes-Benz CLA 44 Volkswagen Polo Vivo 74 Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire 101 CAR Guide Black Style 78 Toyota Fortuner 2,8 GD-6 131 CAR Dealer 4X4 VX 142 Buyers Guide Long-termers 154 How it started: Concept; Audi Q8; Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 28 EV Pages Classic Drive 30 What’s Up, Chery? 46 82 Suzuki Jimny 1935 Jensen V8 Speed Feature 32 Volkswagen Tiguan Special Feature 50 Top 12 Best Buys 88 Setshaba Mashigo – Toyota GR Cup SUBSCRIBE to CAR by sending an email to subscriptions@habarimedia.com 18 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
INSIGHT NEWS Introduced at the 2023 IAA Mobility Show, BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse paves the way for the brand’s future compact executive products By: Ian McLaren The Vision Neue Klasse, the result of what BMW tells us has been its Expect the first production model to go on sale in 2025. biggest investment to date, is an With no sign of either chrome The all-new operating system or leather in the car’s interior, will stay updated via over-the-air a wholly more environmentally software amendments. evolution of the i Vision Dee unveiled DESIGN LANGUAGE friendly cabin introduces new at the CES tech show in Las Vegas Set to be assembled at the instrumentation and infotainment NEW PLATFORM earlier this year. Neue Klasse, or marque’s new Debrecen plant technologies designed to enhance Built on BMW’s sixth-generation “New Class”, refers to the family in Hungary, this next-generation the ownership experience. Among eDrive architecture and incor- of brand-reshaping vehicles the BMW introduces an altogether others, it uses ninth-generation porating new round battery cells company launched in the 1960s. cleaner, less cluttered design iDrive and a combination of real for higher energy density, the language that instead highlights and virtual displays and controls. all-electric Neue Klasse family It’s touted to showcase the design, interior ergonomics, user interface just a few of the automaker’s BMW’s new Panoramic Vision and under-the-skin technologies distinctive styling cues. These setup sees various infotainment more range, 30% faster charging that will appear in the company’s include the new expansive and “My Mode” features displayed and 25% better efficiency than the future 3 Series-based products, interpretation of its famed kidney on a digital screen that stretches current generation of BMW EVs. including the X3. Per BMW AG CEO grille and dual headlamps, as well the breadth of the base of the Changes to the production- and Oliver Zipse, “the Vision Neue Klasse as the signature Hofmeister-kink windscreen, to also accommodate design processes of these next- combines our ability to innovate C-pillar. inputs and engagement from the generation batteries are estimated passenger. This can be configured to have cut manufacturing costs in the core areas of electrification, digitalisation and circularity. The 21-inch wheels on the show of vehicles is said to offer 30% car are said to be inspired by BMW’s and then controlled via simple by as much as 50%, which could From SUV to sedan, we will have classic motorsport-derived cross- hand gestures however the driver have significant implications for something for every customer.” spoke design. sees fit. eventual asking prices. 20 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
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INSIGHT NEWS With a focus on recapturing the imaginations and enthusiasm of its customers, Volkswagen stole the Munich Mobility Show with its vision for the future of its iconic GTI badge HOT HATCH PROPORTIONS into production. He does admit that the Based on the ID. 2all concept car that was final wheel size may change to 19 inches, unveiled earlier in 2023, the new ID. GTI compared to the 20-inch items on the Concept previews a return to the compact concept car. exterior proportions of its performancefocused forebears. Slightly longer than MORE RED! the current Polo hatch, the exciting news Although Volkswagen has only revealed as it relates to the new car’s stance and a design sketch of what the interior of the dynamic potential is a 2 600 mm-long next-generation GTI’s cabin might look like, wheelbase and wider track widths, made what’s obvious is that it will make greater possible by its all-electric front-wheel-drive use of the red theme that starts with the powertrain. As confirmed, this packaging iconic exterior badging and a styling strip would not have been possible if it were to that links the headlamps. house an internal combustion engine. At the vehicle’s unveiling, lead designer Apart from deep-set bucket seats and a flat-bottomed steering wheel, what is and ex-Audi and Bentley man Andreas clear from both the sketches and the Mindt enthused that while Volkswagen’s interior of the ID.2all that was shown is revised mandate was to once again that this high-performance model will also produce stable-looking and likeable gain from VW’s shift back towards physical designs, he wants to add what he calls a functions buttons and a more user-friendly “secret sauce” to all his future Volkswagen infotainment interface. It seems that a 12,9- projects. In the case of the new GTI, this inch display is being considered for the GTI. means incorporating design elements that from 1976, notably a chin spoiler that is WILL IT COCK AN INSIDE WHEEL? placed at the same angle as on the first Volkswagen has yet to disclose what kind GTI, a wheel design that pays homage to of performance we can expect from its the steel wheels used in ’76 and, of course, first all-electric GTI, but we do know that a reference to the first-generation Golf’s it will retain a front-wheel drive layout. famous Giugiaro-penned C-pillars. There’s also talk that the production unit hark back to the original Mk1-based car With the requirement of a five-door body shell, Mindt elected to integrate the slip differential by manipulating torque rear door handles into the window frames, distribution between the front wheels. instead of compromising the pronounced shape of the wheel arches. According to Mindt, around 90% of the show car’s design execution will make it 22 will look to mimic the actions of a limited- CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za It is also widely speculated that the new GTI’s performance will be accompanied by some kind of correspondingly emotive soundtrack.
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INSIGHT NEWS As the first car to be built on the More glitz can be found in the brand’s new MMA (Mercedes Modular Concept CLA not only design of the concept car’s 21-inch Architecture) platform, the big news alloy wheels. looks the part, but is that the next CLA line-up will not Featuring a renewed focus on only host a choice of either battery- sustainable materials throughout, is packed with new electric or internal-combustion the CLA’s cabin is bathed in light propulsion, but also both rear-wheel- courtesy of its panoramic sunroof. drive- and all-wheel-drive drivetrain The car comes equipped with configuration options. the new MB.OS operating system, Mercedes-Benz’s innovations, too At the IAA Mobility Show, a short 24 and a highlight of the interior is a distance away from where its DAZZLING DESIGN curved infotainment display that traditional rival BMW unveiled its Sleek in its show-stopping design, also extends across the full width interpretation of the next 3 Series, the Concept CLA introduces a of the fascia. Mercedes-Benz used the occasion dazzling display of LED lighting to showcase its Concept CLA. The technologies, from its iconic suit driver needs, this intuitive latter is a design and innovation star-shaped head- and taillamp infotainment system is powered study that will realise a new family executions to an animated, backlit by a water-cooled chip that was of C-Class-based products, as well grille that can produce a light show developed by US technology as the next EQA and EQB models. while the car sits in traffic. company Nvidia. CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Ready to be configured to
UP TO 750 KM RANGE As an evolution of the powertrain that appears in the brand’s EQXX study, all-electric versions of the Concept CLA make use of lithium-ion-phosphate (LFP) battery technology, the cell modules of which are held in place by weightsaving adhesive rather than screws. Up to 110 kilograms is also saved by housing the electric motor and transmission in one unit. This 800 V system is able to charge up to 250 kW via a rapid DC station, which adds 400 km of range in only 15 minutes. Furthermore, the Concept CLA introduces bidirectional charging to feed energy from its battery back into a home. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 25
INSIGHT NEWS Q8 UPDATE Audi has introduced updated styling, tech and trim to its BMW X6rivalling Q8 super-SUV Set to arrive in South Africa in the second quarter of 2024, Audi’s updated Q8 range will deliver fresh styling and several technological enhancements, not least with the introduction of HD Matrix LED headlamp units. With Audi as a pioneer of lighting technology for many years, these innovative units comprise a laser beam as well received a digital enhancement to three new exterior colours, including this model came fitted with a as an additional high beam, with extend access to third-party apps Sakhir gold. Available wheel sizes 310 kW/900 N.m 4,0-litre turbo- digital daytime running lights like Spotify. A full-HD virtual cockpit range from 21- to 23 inches. diesel power plant. This high- and bespoke animated signature is now standard throughout. MLB Evo platform, the Q8 has also also have all-wheel steering as now Black Plus derivatives, the turbocharged V8 drivetrain in the standard for improved stability updated Q8 will also be available in flagship SQ8, where previously, and agility. Available in S Line, Black, and CIAO BELLA! Alfa Romeo is tugging on the heartstrings with its reimagined 33 Stradale Alfa Romeo has tasked Italian remarkably, as an EV with 560 kW coachbuilder Carrozzeria Touring and a 450 km range. Superleggera with constructing 33 “With the new 33 Stradale, we modern examples of the Stradale, wanted to create something that paying tribute to the limited-edition lived up to our past, to serve the 33 Stradale created in 1967. brand and to make the Alfisti The new model is produced fandom proud. Such a result could on a carbon-fibre monocoque only have been achieved thanks with an aluminium H-frame. The to our team’s expertise, hard work butterfly doors are just one of and passion, with the support of many throwbacks to the original. management who have the clear In addition, customers have been ambition to contribute to writing encouraged to personalise their chapters in the brand’s future, in full collector’s items by opting for respect of its unique history. This unique interior touches. is the brand’s first custom-built car The special 33 Stradale is since 1969, and I promise it won’t sold with a choice of a 460 kW be the last,” says Alfa Romeo CEO twin-turbocharged V6 engine or, Jean-Philippe Imparato. 26 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za performance derivative will the Q8’s model line-up is a 4,0-litre lighting arrangements. Built on the Volkswagen Group’s The significant news in terms of
INSIGHT NEWS EV PAGES In this section, we highlight local advancement, innovation and news pertaining to the South African market’s adoption of electric vehicles ORA YOU READY? Following test drives at August’s Festival of Motoring, GWM’s all-electric Ora brand is set to launch in South Africa. While the first product to reach our shores is known in some markets as The Funky Cat, GMW South Africa will follow the Australian naming convention and simply adopt the Ora marque for its four-derivative local line-up. The Ora is set to become the most affordable passenger EV in South Africa, with pricing starting from R686 950. This entry-level model comes with a 48 kWh battery and is capable of a usable range of up to 310 km. A flagship GT Ultra luxury model (R835 950) promises racier styling, a 126 kW/250 N.m electric drivetrain and even launch control. Highlights of the Ora’s cabin include a full-colour 10,25-inch touchscreen infotainment display with smartphone mirroring, as well as keyless entry and cruise control. Luggage capacity is listed as 228 litres. The Ora has been rated a full five stars in ANCAP crash tests. DHL ADDS THE VW ID. BUZZ CARGO TO ITS FLEET As part of its considered plans to launch its burgeoning range of global EVs in South Africa, VWSA will this month begin a collaboration with DHL couriers to trial a small fleet of ID. Buzz Cargo vans. The global logistics company will assume ownership of four of these allelectric VW vans, and over a period of six months provide feedback on their viability for use as a delivery vehicle in a local context. Of course, with one vehicle each in Cape Town and Durban, and two units in Gauteng, the added benefit is that these distinctly styled, impossibly cool-looking vehicles reminiscent of the original VW Transporter will inevitably garner both smiles and interest from the public on a daily basis. Measuring 4 712 mm long and with a loading capacity volume of 3,9 m3, the rear-wheel drive ID. Buzz Cargo sports a 77 kWh battery and a claimed operating range of 425 km. 28 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
INSIGHT WHAT’S UP, CHERY? We chat with Tony Liu, Executive Deputy General Manager of Chery South Africa to learn more about the brand’s history, current performance and future in the local market By: Juan Miguel Luis Beco O n the back of a seemingly into the market in the late Liu doesn’t think he would non-stop stream of new stack up against the original 2000s, which yielded mainly have done much differently model introductions over expectations set out by the questionable outcomes. Did armed with the knowledge the past 18 months, Chery has Chinese automaker when it those earlier, less-than-sterling Chery now has regarding the been riding a wave of popularity made its return to SA in an products leave a bad taste in SA market, although he does in the South African new-car official capacity? the mouths of new-car buyers? place continued customer market. Clearly, the line-up “If the full score is five then is well accepted, too, if you the first two years can be rated a test-drive event for our Chery consider that over 20 000 new as four and a half,” says Liu. customers at the Gerotek test Cherys have found new homes “I think the results speak for facility. Two of the guests traded doing anything differently, but locally since re-introduction to themselves and we are proud in their old Tiggos for the new there’s definitely no harm in the country in 2021. to say Chery has made its first Tiggo 4 Pro. They also gave great placing a greater importance Incidentally, 1.23 million successful step. But from a long- referrals to their families and on communicating with our Chery automobiles were sold term perspective, we are striving friends. This small action gave customers and simplifying this worldwide in 2022. Of these, towards even greater success – us very strong confidence in flow. We continuously work more than 450 000 had been not only in numbers, but also in the new product offering. It on improving how we receive manufactured for the global terms of enhanced customer is a clear demonstration that customer feedback as well as market, making Chery China’s experience.” Chery’s continuous investment how frequently this occurs.” most prolific vehicle exporter for the year. 30 But how do those numbers CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Long-time readers of this title will recall Chery’s earlier foray “In November 2021, we hosted in research and development will pay off.” communication and satisfaction high on his priority list. “It can’t be really said as And the company definitely responds to feedback. “A case
in point is the quick update “We are busy expanding our received positive feedback widespread EV adoption in made to the Tiggo 4 Pro last business into neighbouring from our partners and the South Africa would take place year. This was based solely on countries and will keep an eye media. Chery and Haval’s through some more affordable local research and customer on the local policy pertaining success in South Africa is a Chinese offerings. feedback on their experiences to assembly/production hubs. form of recognition for the and expectations. Customer Once retail numbers reach a immense effort and investment only offer customers a means of focus is a brand fundamental certain level, we'll definitely into R&D and our customer getting around, but will also be a at Chery SA. We always factor look into local production.” focus. This investment is what life companion that affords you has placed Chery firmly on the the fun and ride comfort that is path to success.” fast becoming synonymous with in customer feedback when Chery and rival Haval have developing the product line-up taken a significant market for the South African market.” share locally, which could One of the keys to Chery’s New tech and new-energy “Our EV car strategy will not the Chery brand”. make this an attractive arena vehicles seem to be a big push success so far has been its for other Chinese automakers. for some Chinese automakers. customer experience, we will keen pricing. However, those Liu isn’t blind to the likelihood Until now it had been primarily ensure that charging piles, numbers could be even better of this happening. premium brands that were quick charging stations and offering electric vehicles in other infrastructure are in “From the perspective of should the brand localise its “The Shanghai Auto Show production. This will also give ended in late April, and Chery the local market. China is place to solve customers’ Chery a springboard into the utilised this event to showcase a a worldwide leader in EV energy consumption concerns rest of Africa. This has not vast amount of new technology technology. So we asked the and provide a complete service escaped Liu’s attention. at the event. Subsequently, we Chery boss whether he thought experience.” CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 31
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Based on an updated MQB Evo platform, the replacement for one of Volkswagen SA’s most popular models is larger and more technologically advanced. Here’s all you need to know about the third-generation Tiguan ETA: SECOND HALF OF 2024 By: Damian Adams CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 33
FEATURE AUGMENTED REALITY HEAD-UP DISPLAY BIGGER AND BETTER INFOTAINMENT New to the Tiguan is Volkswagen’s latest-generation Up to 15 inches in size, new touchscreen head-up display technology that incorporates infotainment displays will run the brand’s augmented reality within its animated functionality, newest operating system and feature two including clearer navigation instructions. “home rows” of easy-to-access functions. NEW TRANSMISSION LEVER POSITION The Tiguan’s transmission lever has been relocated to the steering column, freeing up space on the car’s centre console. A twist of the lever forwards or backwards engages Drive or Reverse, respectively. C ombining the refined around 1,2 million of these in derivatives is a testament to the reintroduce stable-looking and and assured driving the past two years. fact that this German brand still likeable designs into the brand’s sees massive value in offering portfolio, including what he dynamics of Golf with a Set to arrive in South Africa burgeoning rise in popularity in the second half of 2024, the its customers around the world describes as “secret sauce” in of compact raised-ride-height significance of this product for choice when it comes to how best each design (see page 22). products, the first Tiguan that Volkswagen has never been to integrate personal transport was introduced in 2007 quickly greater. As the brand seeks to into their lives. established itself as a significant clarify its plans for an electric model for the Volkswagen brand. future, the fact that the all- “SECRET SAUCE” Tiguan, he nevertheless sees new Tiguan will still be offered A conversation with the new head the new SUV’s wheel arches, of the third-generation car, VW with the option of an internal of design at Volkswagen, ex-Audi more pronounced than those has sold more than 7,5 million combustion engine alongside and Bentley man Andreas Mindt, on the outgoing model, as this units of its compact SUV, with hybrid- and battery-electric revealed that his mandate is to product’s topping. Ahead of the introduction 34 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za While Mindt arrived in his new role late into the planning stages for the third-generation
again include physical buttons and controls in its interior, the overriding sentiment from both Schäfer and, indeed, common consumer feedback being that the recent shift to haptic touchbased systems was a mistake. The third-generation Tiguan’s interior features an “old-school” multifunction steering wheel with physical controls and buttons, as well as a selection of larger-than-ever infotainment displays, all of which had been introduced in the new Passat, which will not be coming to SA. With a 15-inch screen shown on the top-of-the-range show car, expect the entry-level unit to measure a still-significant 12,9 inches in size. Standard across the range is a 10,3-inch digital AMBIENT LIGHTING instrument cluster. Incorporating the brand’s The newest Tiguan newest MIB4 operating system, will introduce a broad these highly intuitive touch- selection of “atmosphere screen-based displays feature settings,” linked with two rows of customisable “home ambient lighting neatly row” bars, top and bottom, to incorporated throughout allow for easy access to the the cabin. car’s main features, including climate control settings. Standard across the range is a 10,3-inch digital instrument cluster. The neat integration of the car’s transmission lever into the steering column frees up ONE-TOUCH FUNCTIONALITY space on the centre console for A new rotary dial housed on the centre console not additional storage and a wireless only acts as the volume control for the audio system, mobile phone charging port. but also offers one-touch access to the car’s driving A new rotary dial placed modes and cabin-ambience settings. amid this console doubles as a volume control for the audio system and to provide easy access to the various driving He also confirmed the brand Expect the new car to run tail. The most obvious gain in modes and ambient-lighting- had noted the ongoing popularity the gamut in terms of exterior terms of this longer profile is a and cabin-atmosphere settings. of the R-Line styling packages lighting technologies, including 37-litre increase in the volume of across all of its products, stating the incorporation of advanced ID. the car’s luggage compartment, feature pneumatic four-way that while an R-Line pack (as Light adaptive headlamps and to 652 litres. lumbar adjustment as well as a introduced with this show car) innovative LED applications. This will keep playing an important includes the now-ubiquitous use role in offering customers a of LED light bars front and rear. New ‘ergoActive Plus’ seats pneumatic 10-chamber pressure THE RETURN OF PHYSICAL BUTTONS massage function. There will also be a programmable function for Mandated by the current CEO of automatic activation of the seat towards the VW’s flagship R version of VW’s MLB Evo platform, Volkswagen Passenger cars and heating or seat ventilation when models, he was also keen to the new car shares its (2 681 mm) ex-VWSA man Thomas Schäfer, the car senses that a predeter- introduce a sportier stance to wheelbase length with the current the new Tiguan is one of many mined outside temperature has even entry-level Tiguan models. car, but is 32 mm longer, nose to new VW products that will once been reached. compelling stepping-stone Built on a heavily reworked CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 35
FEATURE The new Tiguan is equipped with a significant number of smartphone app) and trailer assist, when it arrives in our market introducing both hybrid and all- which will help park your caravan. later in 2024. This includes the electric versions of the Tiguan brilliant 110 kW 1,4 TSI petrol when the timing is right. On interventions as standard. In CHASSIS AND ENGINE OPTIONS unit for front-wheel drive the former, a new plug-in hybrid addition to side assist (lane- With the seven-seater Allspace derivatives, and the potential (PHEV) option features a 1,5-litre change system), front assist derivative discontinued for the for two 4Motion all-wheel- TSI engine mated with an electric (autonomous emergency braking), third-generation car (though set drive derivatives (until the motor and featuring a 19,7 kWh lane assist (lane-keeping system) to be replaced by the Tayron), next Tiguan R arrives in due battery pack. Capable of travelling and a rear-view camera system, realised by the Tiguan’s updated course), one with a 2,0 TDI up to 100 km at a time under all- these also include a dynamic underpinnings are touted class- engine and the other with a electric propulsion, the system is road-sign-reading display. leading levels of comfort and on- 162 kW 2,0 TSI unit. also able to accept a 50 kW DC convenience- and active safety road refinement. This includes a The next Tiguan R is expected there will be an extensive range revamped default DCC adaptive to once again feature the drive- of optional systems, too. Among chassis-control setup, as well as train from the current Golf R, others, these include parking the option of the DCC Pro system including a 235 kW/400 N.m introduces 48 V mild-hybrid assistance with remote parking introduced with the Mk8 GTI. 2,0-litre turbopetrol engine and technology is also available for the latest-generation 4Motion consideration, as is a future all- all-wheel drive. electric derivative, each able to In typical Volkswagen fashion, capability (for autonomously Volkswagen South Africa has driving into and out of parking confirmed that the new car will spaces, controlled by the driver likely retain the drivetrain line-up Expect that VWSA will also from outside the vehicle using a from the current model portfolio be looking at the potential for 36 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za charge, allowing for notably efficient top-up charge times. A new eTSI drivetrain that be accommodated by Tiguan’s MLB Evo modular platform.
DRIVE WHERE WE DROVE IT Cape Town Princess Diaries LOTUS EMIRA V6 FIRST EDITION ETA: NOW Lotus’ love letter to the internal combustion engine sets it up nicely for an all-electric future By: Ian McLaren 38 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
*Claimed figures Price: R2 500 000 Engine: 3,5-litre, supercharged V6 Transmission: 6-speed manual Power: 298 kW @ 6 000 r/min Torque: 420 N.m @ 3 500 r/min 0–100 km/h: 4,3 seconds Top speed: 290 km/h Fuel consumption: 11,0 L/100 km CO2 emissions: 258 g/100 km + I Sophisticated styling; vastly more usable cabin than before; collectibility SA pricing was still courting my wife point, but it wasn’t known for a of sleek, intricate styling that I Emira offers a 38:62 weight when I collected her for a date particularly user-friendly interior. would argue looks fantastic from distribution, front to rear. in a bright-red Lotus Elise. With It was also nearly impossible to any angle. Finished in Seneca Blue the engine still feverishly warm appear glamorous while trying to and with its standard Black Pack FORCE FED POWERTRAINS from my exuberant, long-way- get in or out of them. (including roof) and bright yellow The final hurrah to the Lotus round drive to her home, her viva‐ Under the custodianship of brake callipers, I don’t remember brand’s reliance on internal- city at the prospect of clambering Geely Auto Group since 2017, the staring at any previous Lotus for combustion engines, the Emira over the car’s wide and tall side iconic Lotus nameplate is already as long as I did this car before is available with either a Toyota- sills and landing into a deep-set well on its way to an all-electric considering opening the door. sourced (2GR-FE) 3,5-litre super‐ passenger seat waned somewhat future, including new models like once we arrived at our popular the Evija, Emeya and Eletre SUV. terms of everyday usability over six-speed manual or automatic sidewalk-sited destination to find Think of the Emira (derived from previous Lotus cars present in transmission, or the AMG-fettled parking directly opposite the bust‐ the Arabic word for princess) as the form of an altogether more 2,0-litre turbopetrol unit and dual- ling venue. While in any other rare both a love letter to this brand’s refined and carefully considered clutch gearbox that currently does sports car, this moment had the reliance on internal combustion interior, accessibility that no duty in the Mercedes-Benz A45, potential to set the evening off on performance and also a timely longer challenges your flexibility, with power going exclusively to a “red carpet” positive note, this opportunity to get its broad pack‐ updated switchgear and modern, the rear wheels. was not the case in an Elise… aging proposition right. user-friendly infotainment tech. A Lotus from this era may have offered some of the finest seat- IN THE METAL of-your-pants driving thrills and The replacement for the Evora, the engagement available at any price new car is a visual treat in terms Significant improvements in charged V6 engine with either a Highlights of my time in the There is even 150 litres worth of V6-equipped Emira included its luggage capacity. wonderfully linear delivery of Constructed around a bonded aluminium chassis, the 1 405 kg torque and rich corresponding exhaust notes. With 298 kW and CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 39
DRIVE 420 N.m available, this relatively transmission, yet the Emira is lost with the turbocharged model. to feel that much more grown up lightweight Lotus offers strong still impressively engaging to Available at order with a choice and able to be taken seriously performance, notably at higher drive fast. The front-end grip is between a Touring or Sport sus‐ among its peers. revs. A special mention to the mighty, and I welcomed the level pension setup, I would suggest fact that via the rear-view mirror, of weight and feedback granted that unless you enjoy regular FINAL THOUGHTS you’re able to see the workings of by an “old-fashioned” hydraulic access to the smooth surface Its keen local pricing aside, this the release valve atop the trans‐ power-steering setup. The car of Kyalami GP circuit, the more is by far the best Lotus that I’ve verse-mounted engine each time feels suitably well planted and forgiving former setup is the way driven, not only for the fact that you press the throttle. set up to afford even inexperi‐ to go in our market. my wife would enjoy it too, but The driving position in the enced drivers the opportunity to By being more refined and because this V6-powered applica‐ Emira is lovely. I was able to sit grow in confidence behind the comfortable to drive in everyday tion successfully blends this low enough behind the wheel wheel – an element that may be conditions, including a notably legendary brand’s exhilarating quieter cabin than any Lotus I past with its newfound level of have driven previously, the Emira poise and refinement. It’s arguably also feels less go-kart-like in also the perfect stepping stone nature than its forebears. While to take the brand into a future this means that a level of white- where the Lotus nameplate will knuckled engagement has been feature on a significantly broader dialled out, it also allows the car product portfolio. for my liking, with the outward visibility aided by contoured side windows and a low-slung wind‐ screen that reminded me of a modern McLaren. I would have liked a touch more precision from the car’s manual 01 The Emira features a crisp, 12,3-inch digital instrumentation display. 02 The more collectible of the two options, the shifts in the manual car could be slicker. 03 Central digital infotainment display incorporates lap timing data. 04 The beautifully proportioned Emira offers a 38:62 weight distribution, front to rear. 01 02 03 04 40 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
DRIVE SUZUKI XL6 1,5 GLX 4AT ETA: NOW WHERE WE DROVE IT Six-pack Suzi Creating a new niche, Suzuki takes the practicality of the Ertiga MPV and adds crossover styling to marry peoplecarrying with urban pavement-hopping. Enter the new XL6 Gauteng By: Ryan de Villiers *Claimed figures Price: R360 900 Engine: 1,5-litre, naturally aspirated, four-cylinder, petrol Power: 77 kW @ 6 000 r/min Torque: 138 N.m @ 4 400 r/min Transmission: 4-speed auto 0–100 km/h: N/A Top speed: 165 km/h Fuel consumption: 6,1 L/100 km CO2 emissions: 144 g/km Rivals: Honda BR-V, Mitsubishi Xpander, Toyota Rumion + S uzuki South Africa has Supple suspension ideal for poor road surfaces Hinting towards both its “extra- Only two airbags and vague steering feel on the open road longer and wider than its people- product portfolio includes two mover sibling. specification grades for the XL6 been on a product offensive large” dimensions and an ability over the past few months. to accommodate six occupants, Since the arrival of the new Grand the new XL6 could be mistaken new car gains faux bash plates applications, though, the brand Vitara (the replacement for the for a follow-up act to the Ertiga front and rear, runner-boards for has sought to offer as enticing a Brezza), we have welcomed the MPV, though Suzuki’s press easier egress, roof rails (cosmetic level of standard specification Fronx crossover (tested on page material suggests otherwise. only), two-tone alloy wheels and within the entry-level XL6 as 180 mm of ground clearance. possible. This includes 15-inch 66) and now there is the XL6. Sharing its platform and There’s also a highly anticipated wheelbase length with the five-door Jimny on the horizon. Ertiga, the XL6 is marginally 42 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Touted instead as an SUV, the As we’ve grown accustomed to, Suzuki South Africa’s local – GL and GLX. Unlike in other alloy wheels, LED headlamps with daytime running lights, keyless
performance despite relatively modest engine outputs, yet something to be considered when negotiating crosswinds on the open road. Also worth noting – and a hallmark of modern Suzuki products – is the especially light electrically assisted powersteering setup. Again, while this helps make the 4,4-metre XL6 easily manoeuvrable around town, it does mean that regular steering inputs are required at highway speeds. Another product sourced from India, the newest Suzuki 01 also features an impressively compliant suspension setup 01 7-inch touchscreen and partial faux-leather seats and steering wheel are key points of the cabin. 02 With the third row face down, the cargo capacity goes from 209 litres to 550. 03 The tried-and-tested K15B affords the sixseater aspiring SUV an output of 77 kW and 138 N.m. 04 Machine-polished 15-inch alloy wheels are standard across the range. in an application that comes of packing room with all six seats that copes nicely with most across as impressively well put occupied, with a total of 550 litres road imperfections associated together, robust and familiar, offered when the car is in four- with our market. from a brand that knows how seater configuration. to build to a budget. Differentiating itself from the A known quantity, featured in Like with the Fronx, the introduction of the new XL6 the Fronx test elsewhere in this into South Africa offers Suzuki Ertiga, the new car features two issue, is Suzuki’s venerable K15B the opportunity to occupy yet entry and start, cruise control, a individual seats in its second row 1,5-litre four-cylinder petrol motor another niche. An altogether 7-inch infotainment display that (with armrests), with the space offering 77 kW and 138 N.m of more fashion-forward package incorporates a reverse-camera between these used to access torque. In the XL6, it is offered than the nevertheless more monitor, and climate control with the two-seater rear bench. It with a choice of a five-speed practical modern Ertiga (and dedicated rear-passenger vents. stands to reason that legroom manual or four-speed automatic less likely to be confused for Indeed, an R21 900 premium to in the second row would be more transmission, the former offering an Uber), the XL6 is designed GLX grade adds “only” a leather- generous than in the rearmost a compelling blend of assured to offer a growing family the bound steering wheel, faux row, though headroom is good precision with a lightweight option of a comfortable and leather upholstery, auto head- throughout. clutch action. Indeed, this is the spacious interior, good road option we would consider. manners capable of tackling lamps, electrically folding side When not required, the mirrors and the option of a dual- backrests of the final row can tone exterior paint finish. be folded flat in a 50:50 split to on this platform, the appeal proven efficiency and reliability create additional luggage space. lies in its lightweight packaging, associated with this high-flying Suzuki claims 209 litres worth a positive when it comes to Japanese brand. The XL6’s interior is another example of broad functionality As with other products built the odd gravel section and the 02 03 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 43
DRIVE VOLKSWAGEN POLO VIVO 1,6 HIGHLINE ETA: NOW WHERE WE DROVE IT Viva el Vivo We welcome the Polo Vivo Highline with Black Style package to the CAR garage for a refresher on why this hatchback remains such a regular sight on our roads Cape Town By: Siyavuya Mbaduli *Claimed figures Price: R304 700 Engine: naturally aspirated 1,6-litre, four-cylinder petrol Power: 77 kW @ 5 250 r/min Torque: 153 N.m @ 3 800 r/min Transmission: 5-speed manual 0–100 km/h: N/A Top speed: 188 km/h* Fuel Consumption: 6,2 L/100 km* CO2 emissions: 147 g/km* Rivals: Hyundai i20, Kia Rio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet + I Exterior additions add to the look; smooth manual transmission Interior feels a bit dated; some ergonomic quirks ntroduced in 2010 as the The current model (derived VW’s naturally aspirated 1,6-litre once on the move. Its torque curve spiritual successor to the from the fifth-generation Polo four-pot engine out-muscles the points to an engine that’s happiest venerable CitiGolf, the Polo platform) continues its market 61 kW 1,2-litre Hyundai i20 and below 5 000 r/min, as beyond that Vivo quickly picked up where dominance and having last road- matches the Suzuki Baleno/ it does get a fair bit more vocal its forebear left off in offering tested the 1,4 Comfortline back Toyota Starlet twins. without making additional power, the budget-conscious South in October 2018, we recently had With a respectable dose of despite a 6 500 r/min redline. The African buyer the peace of the opportunity to get acquainted mid-range punch considering its five-speed manual transmission mind of German engineering, with the 1,6 Highline. lack of turbocharging and modest offers impressive precision through displacement, the Polo Vivo does each shift, and is operated via a not shy away from gaining speed well-weighted clutch pedal that in a carefully considered value proposition. 44 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Producing 77 kW at 5 250 r/min and 153 N.m at 3 800 r/min, the
But the customisation options don’t end there. Our test unit also came equipped with additional options like a storage package (R2 550), which incorporates a drawer under the driver’s seat, and an armrest that may hamper the use of the handbrake lever. There are also special frontand rear mats (R700), a light-andvision package (R4 600) and rear park-distance control with a rear-view camera (R6 300). The total cost of the vehicle including the package and added options amounts to a still-palatable R327 750. Having witnessed dramatic 01 increases in new-car prices, many consumers will continue is easy to modulate, notably that adds a level of welcome is instantly familiar and user buying down and shopping in for newer drivers. Just like its sophistication to a cabin that friendly, including “old-school” smaller, more affordable segments. donor car, the Vivo features a just about still ticks the boxes in analogue controls for the air- The Black Style package may precise, well-weighted steering terms of modern functionality conditioning and audio system, be a matter of personal taste, but setup that offers a good level of and convenience. We are less as well as an intuitive multi- its reputation should ensure the reassurance while travelling at fussed about manually adjustable function steering wheel. Vivo’s continued success for the highway speeds, unlike some of side mirrors (an item many will its modern India-sourced rivals. rarely use) than we are about the this Polo Vivo’s introduction is struggle against its competition Highline specification adds a inclusion of some notably hard its R8 900 Black Style package. when it comes to nice-to-have leather-bound steering wheel plastics below the eye-line and This consists of black 16-inch equipment, yet few can argue to the car’s well-put-together the 7-inch infotainment display. Portago alloy wheels and gloss- that this proven package isn’t interior. This is a nice touch That said, the VW’s switchgear black treatment of the mirror still a go-to choice in terms of caps, roof, side sills and B- and build quality, road manners and C-pillars. Also included is a body- resale value. As with the CitiGolf, coloured boot spoiler, rear privacy we expect more special-edition glass and a chrome exhaust tip. packages to follow… 01 The interior retains a straightforward layout, though with the Black Style Edition, one might have expected specific touches inside. 02 A 1,6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, naturally aspirated, generates a respectable 77 kW and 153 N.m. 03 This Vivo gains stylish 16-inch gloss-black Portago alloy wheels. 04 In this specification the rear design is well proportioned. The headline news around foreseeable future. The Vivo may 02 03 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 45
CLASSIC DRIVE We head to Knysna to drive one of only three Jensen V8 Ford prototypes ever produced WHERE WE DROVE IT Knysna 1935 JENSEN V8 FORD Engine: 3 622 cm³, flat-head V8, petrol Transmission: three-speed manual, rear-wheel drive Power: 67 kW at 4 000 r/min Maximum speed: 130 km/h 0–97 km/h: 13,5 seconds Tyres: 195/75 R16 (cross-ply) Weight: 1 524 kg Manufactured: 1935 By: Wilhelm Lutjeharms Photos: Peet Mocke 46 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za WLutjeharms Petridish_Mooks
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CLASSIC DRIVE hen we think three prototypes that Jensen made before of prototypes the car went into production. The most or test mules, famous one is the White Lady, which is the a V8 model 40/48 from a Ford dealer (cos- most of us only one of its kind to exist. Meanwhile, ting just under £400 at the time) and spent will imagine this one has been here in South Africa another £400 with Jensen to have it rebodied camouflaged cars since 1935. The first owner bought it for to an agreed specification. All these vehicles piloted by a team of engineers conducting his daughter’s eighteenth birthday. It has were registered as Fords, with V8 Jenson as either hot or cold weather testing in now been through three generations of the model name. This is how our faraway parts of the world. the family. At one stage the car was also car was first registered in February 1936 in Zimbabwe – Rhodesia back then. on arrival in Johannesburg, having been However, that has not always been the case. Early cars also started life as When he was offered the car, the current production, which started in late 1935. “The prospective owner would purchase delivered new in the UK in October 1935.” prototypes; engines were often swapped owner jokingly admits, he didn’t know what He further explains all the mechanical and body panels updated or changed before a Jensen Ford was. “I did some research, but repairs that have recently been done, as the final product was unveiled in found very little information. But then we well as the fitment of a new set of tyres preparation for production. went to have a look at the car and were and work on the roof. Speaking of which, The custodian of this particular car has able to page through all its documents. once lowered, the lines of the car and a fascinating collection. Between himself These even included letters from Jensen other details are a constant reminder of and his equally enthusiastic team, each of Motors Ltd.” the simplicity of the pre-war cars. his cars are thoroughly researched, as was this rare 1935 Jensen Ford V8. “I bought this car from the family who had owned it since new. This is one of the 01 It’s not fast by modern standards, but in its day, this car was a cut above. 02 Beautiful details from a different time. 03 The flat-head V8 supplied by Ford. 04 Grey multi-spoke wheels shod in recently replaced cross-ply rubber. It is called a Jensen Ford as it is built Once the canopy has been put in place, on a Ford chassis with a Ford V8 engine. I climb into a cabin that is rather intimate “I have a copy of a letter dated February and cosy. In front of me are dials from a 1936 which describes the chassis modifi- wholly bygone era. This was, after all, a cation, coachwork options and equipment prototype that was subsequently updated, enhancements that were applied. This is and it hails from a time when you would evidence that Jensen were still offering rather want to keep tabs on the various this option in the early stages of the Type S fluid temperatures and pressures to make 01 02 48 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 03 04
05 05 The thin-rimmed four-spoke steering wheel complements the fine wood-panelled cabin. 06 Profile evident of the pre-war era, with sloping wheel arches. throttle. The steering is heavy especially at parking speeds, where considerable effort is required, but as the car starts to generate momentum, it becomes lighter. Press the throttle pedal and the engine starts to pull the car along with a level of acceleration comparable to town traffic. How these cars were tested back in the day to speeds in 06 excess of 130 km/h must have been quite an exciting – or frightening – experience. sure the car doesn’t run too hot. and deft clutch- and footwork is needed for For an even sleeker look or primitive but At the time, Jensen added more smooth shifts. Thankfully, the car is also effective air-conditioning, the windscreen instruments into the cabin than Ford happy to potter around in second gear, as can be opened and tilted forward. anyway, as this was now a vehicle that first gear is only applicable for pulling off evolved into sports car. These included or very low crawling speeds. an oil-pressure gauge and a rev counter. An early road test by The Motor magazine in 1934 was full of praise for the Jensen, When gears are changed, the lever describing it as having a “solid, sports car Even so, the wood panel adorned with delivers an extremely mechanical feeling, ‘feel’” and “acceleration [that] is of a truly light gold-coloured surrounds for the whether you get it right or wrong. The remarkable order”. The publication got to analogue dials seems entirely appropriate. transmission tunnel is clearly visible on 131 km/h over a quarter-mile, speculating The grey leather seats are soft and the floor. To the uninitiated, it takes a few that once the engine was run in it might comfortable. Once on the go, the engine stops and turns to get used to the foot be able to achieve something closer to effortlessly sits between 1 000 r/min and pedals, as the throttle and brake pedals are 145 km/h. For the mid-1930s, this was 1 500 r/min, allowing one to relax and swapped around compared to modern cars. spectacular performance. enjoy the view surrounding the heavily My constant fear of flawed footwork vented and elongated bonnet up ahead. How appropriate, then, that such a is overwhelming enough that I make a rare car is being maintained and cared for Finding first gear is a left-and-down concerted effort not to make a hash of by a team of enthusiastic specialists who dogleg move, followed by up and right for things. Thankfully the car’s designers want to keep it running and capture and second and straight down for third gear. helped to differentiate the two by making contain this piece of history for another The gearbox behaves best when not rushed the brake pedal much bigger than the century still. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 49
S Y U B BE S T 4 2 0 2 L OOK IN G TO BU Y A N EW CAR I N 20 2 4? TH IS IS YOU R DE F IN ITI VE GU IDE TO T HE V ERY BE ST CARS IN SO UTH AF RICA By: Ian McLaren & Damian Adams 50 01 Budget car 04 Compact Crossover 07 Premium midsize SUV 10 Luxury SUV 02 Budget Crossover 05 Midsize SUV 08 Adventure SUV 11 Performance car 03 Small car 06 Premium midsize car 09 Luxury car 12 Double-cab bakkie CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
JUDGING CRITERIA Only vehicles that the majority of the CAR editorial team have driven We factor in the findings of road tests and driving impressions we’ve published up until this November issue. That said, it’s always intriguing to note what products are on the horizon that could shake up next year’s results... Ranges, not individual models Apart from the Budget- and Performance-car segments, we consider an entire range, not merely one particular derivative per line-up. For your benefit, we’ve then listed our favourite variant within the winning range. While, for example, it may appear odd to have a Toyota Fortuner and a Nissan X-Trail gunning for the same award, bear in mind that we measure cars against their direct rivals in their classes and then rule on their relative levels of excellence. We consider all the facts While we evaluate packaging, personality and driveability in each category, more than ever, the focus is on value for money and the potential ownership experience. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 51
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 01 BUDGET CAR (UNDER R230 000) Criteria: Any model that costs R230 000 Worth a mention: Toyota Vitz. or less, regardless of size or body shape. From R189 900. The spiritual Value, cost of ownership, efficiency and successor to the Tazz. Toyota, safety features are key. once again, focuses on entrylevel value. SUZUKI WINNER SWIFT 1,2 GL 2nd 3rd Citroën C3 1,2 Feel R229 900 Hyundai Grand i10 1,0 Motion R229 900 beyond the standard two-year/30 000 km and the infotainment unit Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Loaded with standard kit such lacks a touchscreen interface. The cabin has swathes of hard plastic, but Auto, height-adjustable driver’s as a rear-view camera and a fit and finish are good, interior space is excellent front and rear consider- seat and parking sensors are remarkable five-year/150 000 km ing the vehicle’s compact size, and it rides with respectable composure among the R229 900 Citroën warranty, the efficient, spacious while handling assuredly. Finding a balance between value for money, C3’s many features. It has a five- recently introduced new Hyundai packaging and safety items, nothing in this segment can touch the Swift year/100 000 km warranty and Grand i10 is a fierce rival. Lacks GL. The brand’s proven 1,2-litre engine is a keen, yet frugal performer. two-year/30 000 km service plan. stability control, though. The Swift 1,2 GL comes equipped with two air bags, ABS with EBD, stability control, electric windows, rear park-distance control, air-con and ISOFIX child-seat mountings as standard. Sure, there are sacrifices: owners have to shell out more money for a service plan that extends Service/maintenance plan: S2/30 000 km 52 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R4 460 based on a 10% deposit over a 60-month period at 11,75% interest. Range starts from: Suzuki Swift 1,2 GA R199 900
02 BUDGET CROSSOVER Criteria: In defining the pool of competitors, Worth a mention: Haval we factor in both size (anything smaller than Jolion. From R344 950. The car midsize SUVs) and price (up to roughly the that put the Haval brand on the R350 000 mark). Value is a key criterion, as map. Great value. are practicality and features. TOYOTA WINNER URBAN CRUISER 2nd 3rd Suzuki Fronx From: R279 900 Kia Sonet From: R338 995 based product features a broadly efficient 77 kW/138 N.m 1.5-litre engine, The Suzuki Fronx makes a With its easy-going road manners, is spacious and versatile enough to cater to most small families and even compelling case. Compact, yet generous specification level (with offers 210 mm worth of ground clearance for a modicum of adventure- versatile, it’s tailored for budget- a four-year/60 000 km service focussed prowess. conscious South Africans. Its plan) and solid construction, the plucky design, sturdy interior Kia Sonet impressed the CAR 60 000 km) and is backed up in our market by one of the largest dealership and reasonable space make this team back in our February 2022 networks available. It even offers on-board WiFi. Baleno-on-stilts a contender. issue group test. Price: from R329 400 For its combination of bold styling, robust quality and – in a segment where value for money is becoming ever more of a final arbiter – competitive pricing, the second-generation Urban Cruiser earns top honours in this year’s hotly contested budget-crossover category. The Suzuki- It comes with a service plan that covers the first four services (within Service/maintenance plan: 4 services/60 000 km Financial quote: R7 020 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest. Our favourite variant: Urban Cruiser XR manual from R347 400 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 53
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 03 SMALL CAR Criteria: This category covers city cars such Also worth mentioning: as the Mazda2 and Renault Clio, all the way Peugeot 208. From R334 900. to practical fare like the Honda Fit, as well as Striking exterior styling and premium entries from Audi and Mini. well-appointed interior. VOLKSWAGEN WINNER POLO 2nd 3rd Renault Clio From: R312 999 Honda Fit From: R355 600 the Polo Vivo). Including an extensive range of variants – with 70 kW or The fact that it’s only available The Honda Fit is a high-quality 85 kW engine options and two transmission alternatives, as well as the with a 5-speed manual gearbox item with generous rear legroom 147 kW GTI derivative – this VW strikes a compelling balance between is one of the few gripes we have and clever space utilisation value, efficiency, substance and that touch of German quality that its with what is otherwise a fantastic The naturally aspirated 1,5-litre owners appreciate. The 70 kW 1,0 TSI Life is sitting pretty in the middle car. All Renault Clios come with a engine/CVT combination provides of the range and comes furnished with all the necessary mod cons and 5-year/150 000km warranty and class-competitive refinement a touch of flair. a 2-year 30 000km service plan. and efficiency. Price: from R343 100 A perennial overachiever in our market, the locally assembled Polo continues in its winning ways, both in these awards and on the monthly sales charts. The sixth-generation Polo is a polished entrant and remains South Africa’s best-selling passenger car (complemented by its sibling Service/maintenance plan: S3/45 000 km 54 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R7 770 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest. Our favourite variant: Polo 1,0 TSI 70 kW Life from R385 300
04 COMPACT CROSSOVER Criteria: A persuasive pairing of practical Also worth mentioning: packaging with stylish looks and a frugal yet Mini Cooper Countryman. punchy engine are all must-haves in this From R645 000. Still a popular category. This segment’s winner needs to choice in this segment despite be an accomplished, competitively priced its associated price tag. all-rounder. RENAULT WINNER CAPTUR 2nd 3rd Toyota Corolla Cross From: R404 400 Volkswagen T-Cross From: R399 000 ment its popular portfolio of India-sourced products with a range of The Corolla Cross is one of the With an update scheduled for more traditional premium offerings, the Captur features an impressively most conservative yet appealing the coming months, the T-Cross high-quality, suitably versatile interior and boutique, standalone styling. offerings in the segment. It sells remains a popular choice, notably Significantly for this segment, the Captur offers a raised ride height and in droves thanks to its roomy for its Polo-based build quality corresponding lifted driving position, as well as a suitably plucky stance. cabin, good quality and brand and resale values. Expect new A brand that has long-since addressed concerns around after-sales ser- association. A hybrid option adds tech and infotainment systems vice, this is the best product that Renault currently offers in our market. to its charm. in the updated version. Price: from R469 999 Having arrived fashionably late to the party, the second-generation Captur is based on the equally impressive modern Clio hatch and in our market directly aims at the VW T-Cross and recently announced Ford Puma. Carrying the reinvigorated Renault brand's aspirations to comple- Service/maintenance plan: S3/45 000 km Financial quote: R10 060 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: Captur 1,3 Turbo Intens from R499 999 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 55
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 05 MIDSIZE SUV Criteria: In one of the most contested Worth a mention: Chery segments, we consider distinguished, Tiggo 8 Pro Max. From R609 practical vehicles based on midsize 900. The best Chinese-built platforms. Same-sized premium iterations product that we’ve driven to compete in the next category, so here only date. Impressive value for the mainstream marques duke it out. money. KIA WINNER SPORTAGE 2nd 3rd Hyundai Tucson From: R572 900 Volkswagen Tiguan From: R614 600 A consistent best-seller, Hyundai’s The VW Tiguan stands out in a Tucson appeals with quality, ease talented field because there’s interior and segment-leading levels of infotainment and convenience of driving and extensive after- very little it can’t do. Finishes are technologies. True to its mandate, this family-focussed SUV is also sales support. It’s available with first rate, the cabin is airy and impressively spacious and broadly comfortable in all driving conditions. petrol, turbopetrol and turbodiesel well appointed and it’s a delight The appeal of the local Sportage range grew with the introduction of a engines across a wide price and to drive. It is, however, due to be turbodiesel drivetrain option. specification range. replaced soon. Price: from R585 995 The new class leader of a range that kicks off with the 132 kW 1,6-litre turbo LX model. The list of features on this R585 995 entry-level version includes most of the good stuff, missing only leather upholstery, electric seats and a panoramic glass roof. Notable levels of drivetrain refinement are paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The fifth-generation Sportage offers compelling styling, a high-quality Service/maintenance plan: S6/90 000 km 56 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R13 320 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: Sportage 1,6 CRDi LX from R609 995
06 PREMIUM MIDSIZE CAR Criteria: One of the broader categories, Worth a mention: Lexus IS. this one encompasses the German trio (and From R1 000 100. With com- their offshoots) plus interlopers from other prehensive specification and a European and Asian manufacturers. Anything unique level of sophistication, it sub-A6, 5 Series and E-Class in terms of size flies below the radar. and price is therefore eligible. BMW WINNER 3 SERIES 2nd 3rd Mercedes-Benz C-Class From: R1 010 106 Audi A4 From: R755 600 and sporting flair, as well as handling precision and driver appeal, but Improving on its winning formula The Audi A4 continues to impress also in other ways that make it a more complete package. Practicality and as impressive as ever (argu- with its urbane road manners and cabin quality have taken big strides, and it’s also made advances in ably better than it’s ever been), and exquisitely finished cockpit. real-world fuel economy. It’s become a car easily capable of achieving the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is an, Meanwhile, the scorching 331 kW 6,5 L/100 km at one moment and sprinting towards the horizon the ahem, class act that is favoured RS4 Avant with its twin-turbo next, the consummate all-rounder that isn’t an SUV. as a high-brow buy rather than a V6 would be a fixture in many a ruffian tar-burner. fantasy garage. Price: from R827 895 This BMW is clearly the product of a company intent on making the 3 Series the default executive option for keen drivers and, perhaps, now even for others too. It is better in the expected ways that will please long-time 3 Series owners, with more outright performance Service/maintenance plan: M5/100 000 km Financial quote: R18 730 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: BMW 320d from R935 768 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 57
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 07 PREMIUM MIDSIZE SUV Criteria: Vehicles in this category sit above Worth a mention: Mercedes- the midsize SUVs in terms of both price and Benz GLC. From R1 227 271. A premium feel, though not necessarily size. strong contender in this cat- These are premium offerings from aspirational egory with a variety of engine brands and as such offer sophistication, choices. comfort, connectivity options and status. BMW WINNER X1 2nd 3rd Volvo XC40 From: R699 000 Audi Q5 From: R982 900 now the entry point into this German brand’s very important SUV family Available with either turbo- With the choice of either of vehicles. Also significant in terms of the attention to detail paid to the petrol or all-electric propul- conventional SUV or Sportback new X1 is a global trend towards buying down, targeting traditional X3 sion, like the X1, the XC40 styling – as well as flagship owners who are not willing to compromise on comfort or brand cachet pips its bigger brother the SQ5 form – the Q5 is one of the while now shopping for maximum value. XC60 to line honours based most complete premium midsize on its value proposition, high SUVs on the market. Its roomy levels of sophistication and and upmarket interior remains good versatility. a highlight. Now in its third generation, the role of the X1 within BMW’s product portfolio is more significant than ever before. What began in 2009 as a niche offering aimed at catering to the then-burgeoning shift towards hatchback-based crossovers with a bit of adventure-focussed ability is The excellent current X1 is available with a choice of petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid or all-electric drivetrain. Service/maintenance plan: M5/100 000 km optional 58 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R16 340 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: X1 sDrive 18d from R815 617
08 ADVENTURE SUV Criteria: Considering our market’s penchant Worth a mention: Isuzu mu-X. for weekend-away travel, as well as the From R708 000. The entry-level deteriorating condition of the roads around 1,9-litre model has helped the many of our country’s metropolitan areas, mu-X’s stock rise, with impres- the allure of the rugged, adventure-focussed sive levels of standard kit. SUV has never been greater. FORD WINNER EVEREST 2nd 3rd Toyota Fortuner From: R673 100 Mitsubishi Outlander From: R729 995 Consistently the best-selling Mitsubishi's Outlander incor- since expanded to include an entry-level XLT derivative and a choice vehicle in this segment, the porates a bold new design between a 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains. Toyota Fortuner has earned language, now sporting 210 mm Also significant for this segment is the availability of a 3,0-litre V6 its reputation for rugged reli- ground clearance, permanent turbodiesel engine boasting 600 N.m of torque within this range. Ford’s ability and continent-crossing all-wheel drive, a more power- 2,0 BiTurbo diesel/10-speed automatic transmission combination persists confidence. A recent update has ful 2,5-litre petrol powertrain as a solid performer. introduced enhanced exterior and a full bouquet of modern styling and new tech. safety features. Price: from R848 300 Based on the admirably refined and suitably rugged modern Ranger double-cab, the third-generation Everest introduces a welcome sense of presence and purpose on the road as well as a modern and broadly versatile interior. Introduced with the flagship Platinum edition, the Everest range has Service/maintenance plan: optional Financial quote: R18 290 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest. Our favourite variant: Everest 2,0 BiTurbo Diesel 10AT 4x2 XLT from R848 300 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 59
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 09 LUXURY CAR Criteria: Despite pressure on this segment Worth a mention: Porsche from high-end raised-ride-height offerings, Panamera. From R1 764 000. the luxury-car market is one that best show- The range of the strictly four- cases a manufacturer’s ability to produce seater Panamera is a broad as money-is-no-object opulence, comfort its talents. and innovation. MERCEDES-BENZ WINNER S-CLASS 2nd 3rd BMW 7 Series From: R2 327 751 Bentley Flying Spur From: R5 000 000 Africa exclusively in long-wheelbase form and with the choice of either Bold and suitably distinguished, A level up with regard to both a six-cylinder turbodiesel or turbopetrol powertrain. Air suspension is the contemporary BMW 7 Series exclusivity and price, the modern standard and owners can choose from a broad variety of options packs. appeals with enjoyable driving Bentley Flying Spur benefits from While the BMW 7 Series places a greater emphasis on driving dynamics dynamics and innovation, such a polished 4,0-litre V8 power- than the S-Class, the rear seats of the Mercedes-Benz impart marginally as the option of a 31-inch monitor plant, as well as the opulence more sumptuousness and overall comfort – a key differentiator in this fitted for rear passengers’ use. of a hand-crafted interior and primarily chauffeur-driven segment. The 7 is also available in all- appointments. Air suspension electric i7 guise. is par for the course here. Complemented by the GLS SUV and all-electric EQS, as well as some derivatives from this German brand’s AMG and Maybach divisions, the S-Class perseveres as the benchmark in the attainable-limousine segment. In its modern W223 application, the S-Class is sold in South Service/maintenance plan: M5/100 000 km 60 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R52 760 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: Mercedes-Benz S350d L from R2 644 995
10 LUXURY SUV Criteria: Like the luxury car segment, these Worth a mention: Lexus LX. vehicles reign supreme in terms of comfort, From R2 507 600. The Japanese quality and performance. Also like the saloon behemoth is a strong blend of section of these awards, there’s no ceiling on off-road capability and sumptu- what these vehicles might cost. ous comfort for all occupants. RANGE ROVER WINNER SPORT 2nd 3rd BMW X5 From: R1 706 850 Jeep Grand Cherokee From: R1 356 900 quiet on-road driving experience with on-board equipment and comfort A previous winner of this Available as a 5- or 7-seater, the levels that mimic those introduced with the current Range Rover, such as segment, the BMW X5 pips the Jeep Grand Cherokee provides a 13,1-inch portrait-style infotainment display. Fitted as standard with larger X7 to a runner-up spot a refreshing counterpoint to the air suspension and the company’s newest Terrain Response all-wheel- here. That’s because its more established favourites in this drive systems, while there are German rivals in this segment that offer compact dimensions than its segment. Well-appointed, majes- superior dynamic poise, few can match this proudly British contender gargantuan sibling’s are better tically comfortable and staying when it comes to its all-round ability, no matter the terrain. suited to our market’s driving true to its roots; we’d opt for the conditions. larger of the two options. Price: from R2 283 700 The third generation of the vehicle that all but defines the modern Land Rover brand’s mantra of combining the off-road ability of products like the Defender with the splendour of the flagship Range Rover. Built on an all-new platform, the Range Rover Sport exudes a superbly refined and Service/maintenance plan: M5/100 000 km Financial quote: R45 570 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: Range Rover Sport Dynamic SE D350 from R2 283 700 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 61
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 11 PERFORMANCE CAR Criteria: Thrills, and nothing else. No matter Worth a mention: BMW the price, engine size, 0–100 km/h time or i4. From R1 293 300. The body shape. If it excites us, it’s in with a shot. all-electric Bavarian sedan sur- That means we look at hot hatches, sport prises most with unassuming cars and top-echelon supercars (as long as looks, yet supercar-humbling we’ve driven them). performance. PORSCHE 718 WINNER CAYMAN GT4 RS 2nd 3rd Lotus Emira From: R2 200 000 Hyundai i30 N From: R811 900 blessed with full RS treatment, headlined by the installation of the brand’s Ahead of a shift towards an CAR’s reigning shootout title brilliant naturally aspirated 4,0-litre flat-six motor within the 718-gen- all-electric future, the Lotus holder deserves to wear its crown eration car’s frame. Characterised by bespoke air intakes located in the Emira (see page 38) represents in this company. Despite its place of the standard version’s rear windows, the 718 GT4 RS personifies a compelling final celebration of age, it remains one of the most the pinnacle of the Cayman’s potential, sporting an intoxicating sound- this British brand’s reliance on entertaining front-wheel drive cars track, astonishingly poised dynamics and a suitably more rebellious internal combustion performance. we’ve had the pleasure of testing. character than its straight-suited 911 cousins. Beautifully proportioned and finely For the money, there are few cars poised, this is another collectable. that can touch the i30 N. As was broadly speculated from the moment Porsche introduced the original mid-engined Cayman in 2006, the potential of this lower-ranking product to usurp the more glamorous 911, should it ever be granted the opportunity, had long been a topic of debate. The Cayman has finally been Service/maintenance plan: M3/100 000 km (M5/100 000 km optional) 62 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Financial quote: R61 300 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest Our favourite variant: Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS with Weissach Pack
12 DOUBLE-CAB BAKKIES Criteria: Here we’ve considered double-cab Worth a mention: GWM P bakkies that put family users first. Space, Series. From R444 650. Its modern tech, towing and carrying ability impressive build quality and take precedence over ultimate luxury fea- value for money have shaken tures and performance. up the local establishment. FORD WINNER RANGER 2nd 3rd Toyota Hilux From: R523 700 Isuzu D-Max From: R526 900 selection of variants culminating in the all-conquering Raptor derivative, The numbers don’t lie, as the Another challenger with an the locally assembled Ranger prides itself on an exceptionally comfort- venerable Toyota Hilux regularly enviable reputation for reliability, able cabin, a full bouquet of modern infotainment technologies operated tops the monthly sales charts the locally assembled seventh- by its large central touchscreen display, and a comprehensive suite of for new vehicles in South Africa. generation Isuzu D-Max makes active safety equipment. The Ranger double-cab line-up is available in With an unmatched reputation up for the fact that it isn’t as 4x2 and 4x4 and with a choice of two 2,0-litre turbodiesel engines, a V6 for reliability, ruggedness and broadly comfortable as the turbodiesel and a 292 kW twin-turbo V6 petrol powertrain. resale value, the Hilux remains Ranger with its go-anywhere an unmissable contender. character and brawn. Price: from R510 700 Acknowledging that this is the segment likely to generate the fiercest debate and subsequent fireside fisticuffs, it’s impossible to ignore the fact that the modern Ford Ranger has upped the ante with reference to on-road refinement and interior appointments. Available as a broad Service/maintenance plan: optional Financial quote: R13 300 based on a 10% deposit over a 60 month period at 11,75% interest. Our favourite variant: Ford Ranger 2,0 BiTurbo XLT 10AT 4x4 from R833 800 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 63
12 BE S T BUYS 2024 COMPANY OF THE YEAR BMW SOUTH AFRICA By: Ian McLaren C between traditional internal combustion engines, featuring the derivative in the future. This latest generation of petrol and diesel powertrains, a shift to hybrid follows a R6 billion upgrade in drivetrain technology or even the option to adopt an all-electric 2018 that realised the change lifestyle. The locally assembled X3 SUV, for example, is offered in from producing the 3 Series to 20i petrol, 18d, 20d and 30d turbodiesel, M40i and M Competition the current X3. Of the more than and all-electric iX3 guise. 300 000 units that have left the Although the XM proposes a glimpse into the future of BMW’s production line to date, more performance division, for the time being it is complemented by than 95% of these have been built a comprehensive grouping of traditional internal-combustion- for export, including to BMW’s elebrating 50 years of vehicle powered M versions, starring the modern M2 Coupé, M3 CS and domestic market. production in South Africa in M3 Touring, X5 M and mighty M5 sedan. 2023, BMW’s current selec- Currently enjoying success in the DTM championship in the Through its Financial Services division, BMW South Africa offers tion of vehicles, ranging from the hands of reigning drivers’ champion South African Sheldon van numerous repayment options, Mini brand and its own 1 Series der Linde, BMW is also honing its new M Hybrid V8 LMDh car for leasing agreements, insurance- to the mighty XM, is one of the competition in the pinnacle class of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2024. and service-plan contracts and most comprehensive and, indeed, In its 100th year of global trading, BMW’s Motorrad motorcycle guaranteed future value offerings. varied of any motoring brand in division continues to achieve runaway success in our market, led The My BMW service presents South Africa. Within its portfolio, by the modern GS touring models. options for customers of older this German automaker continues to offer its customers the choice 64 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Announced in June 2023 was a R4,2 billion investment in its vehicles to continue with service- Rosslyn plant with a view to assembling the X3 plug-in hybrid or maintenance-plan programmes.
CAR’S FAVOURITES DRIVETRAIN BMW XM The M Hybrid drivetrain in the XM is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4,4-litre V8 petrol motor mated to an electric motor and 25 kWh battery. With torque transferred to all four wheels by an eight-speed automatic transmission, the result is a combined 480 kW and 800 N.m, able to blast this 2,6-tonne behemoth from standstill to 100 km/h in 4,3 seconds. DESIGN VW ID. GTI Concept Cementing Volkswagen’s most famous three letters into its allelectric future, the ID. GTI Concept incorporates several design elements from its nearly 50-year history with the brand’s much-touted ID.2all platform. This includes a front splitter placed at the same angle as the 1976 Mk1 model. MOTORSPORT Brad Binder Located in Pretoria, the BMW IT Hub is the fastest-growing IT and Innovation Hub in the BMW Group. Home to more than 2 000 employees, this proudly South African operation is responsible for numerous critical software, logistical and IT solutions, housing its Placed fourth in the 2023 MotoGP championship at the time of writing, the Potchefstroom-born Brad Binder continues to make South Africans proud. With an unapologetically exuberant riding style aboard his number 33 Red Bull KTM RC16 and his acclaimed race craft, he has achieved three podium finishes to date this season. parts supply chain and even payroll for the entire group. More recently, BMW Group South Africa was recognised as a top employer by the Top Employers Institute. This certification showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work through excellent HR policies and people practices. “I am incredibly proud of BMW Group South Africa, and especially our HR team,” said BMW Group South Africa CEO Peter van Binsbergen upon receipt of the award. “This prestigious certification reflects the passion we have for our people. Along with Top Employers Institute, we share a common goal of building and maintaining a people-centric culture. As we celebrate a 50-year presence in South Africa, BMW Group is as committed and engaged as ever, also contributing to the economic and social upliftment of our country. Being Top TECH Continental UltraContact NXT Continental’s UltraContact NXT tyres consist of 65% renewable, recycled and ISCC PLUS mass balance certified materials, which is the highest share of sustainable materials ever seen in a production tyre. All of its 19 sizes have been awarded the highest EU tyre label ratings for wet grip, pass-by noise and rolling resistance. Employer certified tells us that we are well on the way to another great 50 years.” CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 65
TEST Fronx foot forward With a keen eye on the budget-friendly market, Suzuki has introduced yet another characterful urban-bound offering 01 Suzuki Fronx 1,5 GL manual Price: R279 900 0–100 km/h: 10,64 seconds Top speed: 175 km/h Power: 77 kW Torque: 138 N.m CAR fuel index: 6,60 L/100 km CO2: 127 g/km 66 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za I like the idea, but the crossover treatment doesn’t justify its price premium over the Baleno This GL makes good sense for the money and should appeal to fashion-conscious Gen Z buyers Ian McLaren Damian Adams
here is a lot to be said T column or driver’s seat (these are for incrementally increa- standard in the GLX model). It’s sing the ride height of an a petty exclusion that, if nothing otherwise city-bound hatchback else, would allow a taller driver to before adding a selection of find a more comfortable position rugged-looking regalia, as behind the wheel. evidenced by the popularity Rear passenger comfort is in our market of models like the noteworthy and complemented original Volkswagen CrossPolo, by individually focused climate- the Renault Sandero Stepway control vents and a pair of USB and to a degree the Ford EcoSport. charging ports. A brand currently enjoying a Despite it being suitably deep, well-deserved purple patch in the Fronx’s luggage capacity is, terms of its burgeoning portfolio surprisingly, slightly smaller than of impressively efficient and that of its hatch equivalent. budget-friendly products, Suzuki Broadly as comfortable and Auto South Africa is targeting well appointed as the Baleno, the higher-riding-hatch niche standard specification in GL with the introduction of its new trim comprises climate control, Fronx crossover. a leather-bound multifunction Using the same platform as MATCH-UP steering wheel, a 7-inch touch- Suzuki Fronx 1,5 GL manual Nissan Magnite 1,0 Accenta Plus Renault Kiger 1,0 Turbo Zen Looks the part while neatly complementing Suzuki’s existing budgetfriendly range. However, the GL specification is missing a number of nice-to-have convenience features, and its twin the Baleno represents superior value. Based primarily on its striking styling and value proposition, this rebadged Datsun product continues to sell well. The Suzuki feels the better put together of these two vehicles and performs better, especially at altitude. With the Kiger using the same platform as the Magnite, at this price point the Renault at least has a turbocharged 1,0-litre powertrain to aid its performance. Again, the Suzuki feels more solidly assembled and has a more enticing service plan. price: R279 900 price: R263 100 price: R299 999 cyl/capac: 4/1 462 cm3 cyl/capac: 3/999 cm3 cyl/capac: 3/999 cm3 power: 77 kW/6 000 r/min power: 53 kW/6 250 r/min power: 74 kW/5 000 r/min torque: 138 N.m/4 400 r/min torque: 96 N.m/3 500 r/min torque: 160 N.m/3 500 r/min gears/drive: 5/F gears/drive: 5/F gears/drive: 5/F the second-generation current screen infotainment system Baleno, the Fronx matches that with smartphone mirroring and car in terms of overall length a reverse camera. Noteworthy 0–100 km/h: 10,64 sec 0–100 km/h: 11,7 sec 0–100 km/h: N/A (3 995 mm) and wheelbase, but omissions compared with GLX top speed: 175 km/h top speed: 173 km/h top speed: N/A is 20 mm wider at the hips and specification include a slightly 80 mm taller than the hatchback. larger 9-inch infotainment display, fuel index: 6,60 L/100 km fuel index: 6,40 L/100 km fuel index: 6,00 L/100 km Of this latter figure, 50 mm is wireless charging, keyless entry luggage capac: 208/808 L luggage capac: 304/1 120 L luggage capac: N/A accounted for with a rise in and -start and a more compre- serv/maint plan: S4/60 000 km serv/maint plan: S3/30 000 km serv/maint plan: S2/30 000 km ground clearance (to 170 mm) hensive digital trip readout. and the new product also gains ABS-assisted brakes and roof rails, though these are for stability control are welcome purely cosmetic purposes. inclusions throughout the Fronx True to form, a Toyota-badged version of the Fronx is due in early 2024. For now, the CAR team front airbags. Together with a taller default driving position than the Baleno, of the newest Suzuki’s plucky the Fronx does forsake a touch stance, complete with faux of poise in its attempts to meet bash plates front and rear, and a crossover mandate. Still fun a bespoke grille and headlamp and effortlessly manoeuvrable execution distinguishable from around town, together with a the more mainstream styling of lighter steering setup, the newest the modern Baleno. Suzuki can feel a little vulnerable at highway speeds, where near- colours and three two-tone constant steering correction is applications (these have a black required to maintain a true course, roof), and we’ll reserve judgement even without any crosswinds to on this Suzuki’s default burgundy- contend with. hued interior scheme – including Kia Sonet 1,5 EX An altogether more substantial-feeling, genuine compact SUV that offers impressive build quality with good refinement and comfort. range, and the GL features dual was unanimous in its approval It comes in six solid exterior USED OPTION [<2 years] 03 On the upside, while equipped cloth upholstery – until we have as standard with 16-inch alloy viewed it inside a vehicle without wheels and plump 60-profile a matching exterior finish, as in tyres, the ride quality over most our test unit. The thinking is that it may not be to everyone’s taste. With two specification grades available here, it is a pity that entry-level GL trim lacks height adjustment on either the steering 01 Suzuki’s 1,5-litre engine is a keen and efficient unit paired with a slick five-speed gearbox. 02 Fronx styling updates include faux bash plates front and rear. 03 GL spec includes a 7-inch infotainment system within a neat cabin. 01 02 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 67
TEST Gross frontal area: 2,46 m² road surfaces, including gravel, Headroom: 840 mm is commendable. Fitted exclusively with the brand’s familiar 1,5-litre, fourcylinder K15B motor, the Fronx is pleasantly more than capable of keeping pace with everyday traffic. As with most Suzuki Weight: 998 kg 75 100 versions that sport a manual transmission, such is the relative ease with which these derivatives can be driven. The entry-level Fronx with its five-speed manual gearbox returned 6,4 L/100 km on our standardised fuel route. Incidentally, the extra garb and remodelled styling owing to the Seating: 5 Headroom/Kneeroom: 760/590 mm 208/808L 1 550 mm 1 970 mm 61% SUZUKI FRONX 1,5 GL MANUAL 39% 820 mm 170 mm 2 520 mm 3 995 mm products with this powertrain, we would gravitate towards the Drag coefficient: N/A Built in India Width (excl. mirrors): 1 765 mm Track front/rear: 1 530/1 530 mm Tow rating (braked): 750 kg SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Cylinders: four, inline, transverse Fuel supply: multipoint electronic fuel injection, petrol Bore/stroke: 74,0/85,0 mm Cubic capacity: 1 462 cm3 Compression ratio: 10,5 to 1 Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder crossover conversion translates to a 40 kg weight penalty over the hatch with identical specifications. TEST SUMMARY ENGINE OUTPUT Max power ISO: 77 kW Oil filter: R181,65 Air filter: R240,60 Left headlamp: R10 112,65 Power peak/Red line: 6 000/6 250 r/min Max torque: 138 N.m Torque peak: 4 400 r/min Left rear tyre: R2 671,00 Windscreen: R5 151,60 Brake pads PARTS PRICES* (front set): R2 599,79 Camchain (incl. tensioner): R3 026,78 Total parts basket: R23 984,07 In what could be considered a full-circle moment, one of the first models that Suzuki used to reintroduce itself to the South African market in 2008 was the raised-ride-height SX4. Sold alongside the first-generation Swift, the SX4 was fundamentally a front-wheel-drive hatchback with 175 mm worth of ground clearance and rugged-looking exterior cladding. Its main rivals at the time were the VW CrossPolo and the original Nissan Qashqai. TRANSMISSION 1st gear/2nd gear: 3,56/1,91 to 1 Top gear: 0,69 to 1 TOP SPEED Reverse gear: 3,25 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 175 km/h Drive wheels: front control), hill start Tyre size: 195/60 R16 aside, we like the Fronx for its under boot board STEERING Type: rack and pinion, electric power assist Lock to lock: 1,75 turns occasion and a taller driving position aside, we’d be hard 0–60 5,19 0–80 7,26 0–100 0–120 0–140 10,64 14,63 23,21 Manufacturer’s figure OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) 40–60 60–80 80–100 100–120 120–140 3rd 3,50 3,51 3,75 4,35 - 4th 5,96 6,38 6,45 7,47 8,89 5,50 L/100 km top 8,61 9,09 10,00 15,12 20,39 CAR fuel index 6,60 L/100 km 120 km/h in top gear): 3 116 r/min PERFORMANCE FACTORS springs, anti-roll bar Rear: torsion beam, coil springs WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS model), between this bumped- CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Taxable CO2 rating: 127 g/km ACCELERATION (sec) Front: independent, MacPherson struts, coil 5-year/200 000 km warranty 68 Fuel tank: 37 litres Est. tank range (fuel index): 561 km SUSPENSION 4-year/60 000 km service plan vative Baleno. FUEL CONSUMPTION Odometer error: 1,08% over Power/mass: 77 W/kg Power/litre: 53 kW/litre and R40 000 depending on the up version and the more conser- 120 112 Torque/litre: 94 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true pressed to justify the price premium (between R20 000 100 94 Turning circle diameter: 9,6 m sense of character and cheeky posture. That said, a sense of 80 76 Spare – type and location: full-size steel, terms of which option from Questionable designation 60 58 Rear: Drums Tyre make: Goodyear Assurance Average stopping distance: 40,46 m 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds. Front: 228 mm ventilated discs portfolio is so comprehensive their needs. SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed) BRAKES Hydraulics: ABS with EBD Best/worst stop: 2,77/3,13 Average of 10 stops/rating: 2,95/excellent Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability WHEELS AND TYRES this Japanese brand best suits BRAKING TEST Final drive: 4,41 to 1 contemporary Suzuki brand’s shopper is spoilt for choice in Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 12 °C/1 022 hPa Test car’s odometer: 2 018 km 3rd gear/4th gear: 1,23/0,89 to 1 Fast-forward to 2023 and the that, indeed, the budget-conscious TEST RESULTS Type: five-speed manual Service every 15 000 km FEATURES CHECKLIST Airbags: front Air-con: climate Audio system: radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/ Android Auto/Apple CarPlay Cruise control: standard Sat-nav: no Park assist: standard, incl. camera Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: manual, incl. height Folding rear seat: 60:40 split 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 display: no *Prices as recommended by manufacturer **All tests conducted at sea level
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Isuzu mu-X 1,9TD LS 4x2 Underdog Isuzu unleashes a wallet-friendly weapon to steal some of the ruling Fortuner’s thunder. But does a smaller heart mean less appeal? 02 Price: R708 000 0–100 km/h: 13,11 seconds Top speed: N/A Power: 110 kW Torque: 350 N.m CAR fuel index: 8,4 L/100 km CO2: 185 g/km S Amply specced, feels rocksolid with copious space and the most usable third row of seats in its class The 1,9-litre engine lacks torque on paper but performs well, with excellent real-word efficiency and an unstressed character Kyle Kock Damian Adams temming from the cult- cab bakkie introduced in 2021, new-car market, Isuzu has since finishes for the radiator grille, like following of the DNA- the mu-X, like the Everest, is added a mid-specification 3,0 4x4 restyled front- and rear bumpers, donating bakkies they each sourced from Thailand. LSE, as well as the compelling LS front fog-lamp bezels, roof rails 4x2 1,9-litre Ddi tested here. and new side steps that replace sprout from, while harnessing During a six-month stint at their toughness and go-anywhere CAR in 2022, the range-topping ability, nameplates like Fortuner, LS by name, but this is not to the silver ones used before. These mu-X Onyx with its 3,0-litre suggest a notable skimping on running boards are now standard Everest and Pajero Sport are every turbodiesel drivetrain netted standard equipment levels in this throughout the range. bit as hallowed in our market as praise for its unique-for-this- new entry-level derivative. Gear Also included are cruise Hilux, Ranger and Triton. segment styling and sturdy like LED daytime running lights, control, automatic lights and stance. Less convincing in spite LED head- and fog-lamps, 18-inch wipers, electric adjustment on ground lost to these rivals in of its generous specification level alloys and the range’s newest the driver- and front passenger recent years, the D-Max-based was this model’s lofty asking price cosmetic updates, applied earlier seats, leather upholstery, a 7-inch Isuzu mu-X has some tricks up compared with its established this year, are all standard. infotainment system (down from its sleeve. modern rivals. Keen to make up for some Sharing its underpinnings with Isuzu’s modern double- 70 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za These styling enhancements 9 inches in higher-spec models) Appreciative of the price are realised by privacy glass for with Apple CarPlay and Android sensitivities in our struggling the rear windows, dark chrome and a total of seven airbags.
TEST MATCH-UP Thankfully, then, there are 30 kW and 100 N.m compared no significant sacrifices to be with its 3.0-litre big brother. made in terms of usability In typical Isuzu fashion, this and functionality by opting is a characterfully rumbly for the entry-level model. oil burner. Testers broadly lauded the Isuzu mu-X 1,9TD LS 4x2 Toyota Fortuner 2,4GD-6 AT Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2,4 Di-D This sharp-looking gateway model to the mu-X range rides comfortably, is solidly constructed and the most economical and spacious of the three. It’s also well equipped enough to lure smart shoppers. Unbeatable kerb appeal and resale value; however, we have reservations about its 10 000 km service intervals, slushy six-speed automatic transmission and loadlimiting third-row seat stowage. Its combination of strong performance, smooth drivetrain and impressive ride comfort sees the Pajero Sport putting up a fierce fight in this segment. Tighter packaging at the rear is a let down, though. price: R708 000 price: R697 800 price: R769 990 cyl/capac: 4/1 899 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/2 393 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/2 442 cm3 power: 110 kW/3 600 r/min power: 110 kW/3 400 r/min presence of plush, soft-touch test unit, this is a drivetrain material on the car’s dashboard, combination that only notably as well as the solid workings begins to realise the weight of of the air-conditioning controls expectation once this Isuzu is positioned lower down on the called upon to make highway- centre console. Though not the speed overtaking manoeuvres – most modern application, these a shortcoming easy managed via functions are nevertheless easy more considered planning of to decipher while on the move. each subsequent lane change. Similarly user-friendly in the torque: 350 N.m/1 800–2 600 r/min torque: 400 N.m/1 600–2 000 r/min Fitted in our 1 992 kg A cruise at the national speed mu-X are the leather-bound limit sees the engine tick over multifunction steering wheel at just 1 950 r/min in top gear. power: 133 kW/3 500 r/min and easily understandable Understandably, the decreased torque: 400 N.m/2 500 r/min digital trip computer. engine capacity has signalled Rugged roots aside, much of a corresponding curbing of the gears/drive: 6/R gears/drive: 6/R gears/drive: 8/R 0–100 km/h: 13,11 sec 0–100 km/h: 13,92 sec 0–100 km/h: 10,79 sec top speed: N/A top speed: 170 km/h top speed: 180 km/h they can accommodate up to fuel index: 8,4 L/100 km fuel index: 8,64 L L/100 km fuel index: 9,72 L/100 km seven passengers. Here, as is transmission is smooth and luggage capac: 136/560/1 512 L luggage capac: 168/492/1 292 L luggage capac: 88/392/1 304 L the case with the Ford Everest intuitive under most driving (and unlike in the Fortuner), the conditions, though it exhibit serv/maint plan: S5/90 000 km serv/maint plan: S9/90 000 km serv/maint plan: S5/90 000 km mu-X’s packaging allows for the an element of lag when rushed. individual third-row seats to be One consequence of this is an folded neatly into the boot floor otherwise irrelevant 0–100 km/h when not required. The inclusion sprint run that’s best described as of a 60:40 split sliding second leisurely when measured against row allows for the adjustment its rivals. USED OPTION [<2 years] Ford Everest 2,0 BiTurbo Limited With all the bells and whistles, this Fortuner hunter abides as one of the best ladder-frame SUVs despite its age, . the appeal of vehicles in this mu-X’s towing capacity from a segment lies in the fact that braked 3,5 tonnes to 2,1 tonnes. of legroom on these rearmost The six-speed automatic The reward for a more seats to just about comfortably restrained driving style, how- accommodate an adult – for short ever, is a fuel-consumption figure distances, at least. A welcome likely to easily undercut both touch is separate rear climate- the Fortuner and Pajero Sport, control modulation, together with dedicated vents for second- and third-row occupants. Carried over from the D-Max is the 110 kW/350 N.m 1,9-litre, fourcylinder Ddi engine, which forgoes 01 Belying its entry-level status, the 1,9-litre mu-X boasts a premium cabin 02. The touchscreen is a bit small, but easily navigated 03. Isuzu’s new motor is frugal 04. The mu-X is attractive even in LS guise, with alloy wheels and body-coloured trim. 01 02 03 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 71
TEST Gross frontal area: 3,06 m2 including every chance of getting Headroom: 800/880 mm 1 000 km per tank. Fitted with “plump” 18-inch alloy wheels, there is little to fault in the way the LS-spec mu-X tackles all road conditions, remaining commandingly composed over uneven surfaces, Weight: 1 992 kg 81 100 body’s natural urge to lean over while cornering. The combination of a well- 1 745 mm 890 mm 51% ISUZU MU-X 1,9 LS 4X2 49% 235 mm 2 855 mm 4 850 mm Built in Thailand ENGINE weighted hydraulically assisted steering action and relatively Fuel supply: electronic common-rail direct the standard fitment of reverse Width (excl. mirrors): 1 870 mm Track front/rear: 1 570/1 560 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 2 100 kg SPECIFICATIONS Cylinders: four, inline, longitudinal tight turning circle, as well as Seating: 7 Headroom/Kneeroom: 840/660 mm including gravel, while convincingly counteracting its raised Drag coefficient: N/A injection, turbocharged, intercooled, diesel Bore/stroke: 80,0/94,4 mm Cubic capacity: 1 899 cm3 parking sensors and camera Compression ratio: 16,5 to 1 makes the mu-X much less Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder intimidating to manoeuvre around town and on the school run than you might think. ENGINE OUTPUT Max power ISO: 110 kW Max torque: 420 N.m TEST SUMMARY Oil filter: R196,99 Air filter: R508,83 Left headlamp: R11 311,47 Power peak/Red line: 3 600/4 200 r/min Torque peak: 1750–2500 r/min Left rear tyre: R5 539,00 Windscreen: R4 418.13 Brake pads PARTS PRICES* (front set): R1 834,50 Camchain (incl. tensioner): R1 715,96 Total parts basket: R25 524,88 Like the double-cab on which it’s built, the modern mu-X may not be the most glamorous choice in this segment yet it’s hard to argue against its honest, built-forpurpose packaging and rugged appeal. Where the Everest, for example, has undoubtedly raised the game in terms of overall comfort and convenience in TRANSMISSION TEST RESULTS Type: six-speed automatic 1st gear/2nd gear: 3,60/2,09 to 1 Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 118 °C/1 018 hPa Test car’s odometer: 2 274 km 3rd gear/4th gear: 1,49/1,00 to 1 5th gear/6th gear: 0,68/0,52 to 1 TOP SPEED Top gear: 0,39 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: N/A Reverse gear: 7,73 to 1 Final drive: 4,10 to 1 control), hill start about its business – while selling Average stopping distance: 46,61 m SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed) Drive wheels: rear Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability Best/worst stop: 3,01/4,23 Average of 10 stops/rating: 3,33/average 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds. 60 56 this segment, similar to how the modern D-Max quietly goes BRAKING TEST 80 76 100 96 120 115 FUEL CONSUMPTION Odometer error: 0,87% under BRAKES Front: 310 mm ventilated discs in impressive numbers, locally Rear: 307 mm solid discs – by offering double-cab buyers Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA Fuel tank: 80 litres Est. tank range (fuel index): 952 km ACCELERATION (sec) 0–60 12.08 0–80 8.27 Taxable CO2 rating: 185 g/km 0–100 0–120 0–140 13.11 18.89 25,19 Manufacturer’s figure a back-to-basics alternative with a proven track record for reliability and after-sales WHEELS AND TYRES Tyre make: Dunlop Grandtrek AT25 Tyre size: 265/60 R18 support, so too does the mu-X Spare – type and location: adventure SUV wear its maker’s full-size steel, under body badge with stubborn, carve-yourown-path pride. Including competition from the likes of Ford, Mitsubishi, Mahindra and, of course, Toyota, the modern mu-X package has a lot to offer in terms of rugged appeal and peace of mind, seven-seater, adventurefocused motoring. STEERING Type: rack and pinion, hydraulic power assist drivetrain and downsized engine, is a masterstroke for Isuzu, and makes this package altogether more accessible. 72 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 40–60 60–80 80–100 100–120 120–140 7,00 L/100 km AT 2,42 2.96 5.78 12.08 12.08 CAR fuel index 8,40 L/100 km Lock to lock: 3,5 turns Turning circle diameter: 11,4 m Power/mass: 55 W/kg Power/litre: 58 kW/litre Torque/litre: 184 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true 120 km/h in top gear): 201 r/min SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE FACTORS Front: independent, double wishbone, coil springs Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs The introduction of this entrylevel derivative, even with its 4x2 OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS 5-year/120 000 km warranty 5-year/90 000 km maintenance plan FEATURES CHECKLIST Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: manual Audio system: radio/ MP3/aux-in/Bluetooth/voice control Cruise control: standard Sat-nav: no Park assist: standard 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: rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: no Wipers auto-on: standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: no Service every 15 000 km *Prices as recommended by manufacturer **All tests conducted at sea level
Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire Despite waning popularity in recent years, the Mitsubishi Outlander has continued to make incremental improvements to keep up in the competitive mid-size SUV segment 03 Price: R759 995 0–100 km/h: 10,48 seconds Top speed: 208 km/h Power: 135 kW Torque: 245 N.m CAR fuel index: 9,7 L/100 km CO2: 185g/km E Exciting styling and plush interior make up for the lacklustre drivetrain Outlander is better than ever, but the brand is lacking an identity Damian Adams Kyle Kock ven with Mitsubishi’s touted in 2019 on this Japanese brake light atop the tailgate. In via a continuously variable enduring reputation and brand’s Engelberg Tourer Concept. this execution, the tail lamps transmission (CVT) with pre- legacy of impressively This includes an elongated roof- appear as inverted versions of programmed steps. The AWD competent, adventure-focused line as well as a rounded nose the example found on the current setup makes use of sensors to offerings in our market, the and tail when viewed in profile. Nissan X-Trial, the vehicle with distribute torque to the wheels which the new Outlander shares and applying one of six traction its platform. modes that range from Eco to Outlander package has to date The latest version of struggled to find the kind of Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield market favour it enjoys in other grille dominates up front and parts of the world, including is flanked by a large lighting its drivetrain with the X-Trail. Snow and Mud. Active Yaw New Zealand and Australia. array comprising sequential In this application it includes a Control aids manoeuvrability turn indicators, fog lamps 2,5-litre naturally-aspirated four- by individual application of the Outlander seeks to buck this trend and daytime running lights, cylinder petrol that produces left- or right-side brakes. from the outset by offering head- all lit by LEDs. The same goes 135 kW and 245 N.m of torque. While the majority of South turning styling cues that were first for the centrally mounted Drive is sent to all four corners Africans would at most call upon The all-new fourth-generation 74 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za The Mitsubishi likewise shares Normal, Tarmac (sport), Gravel,
TEST MATCH-UP Mitsubishi Outlander Aspire Nissan X-Trail 2,5 Acenta Plus 4WD Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2,0 TSI The Outlander attempts to break out from the SUV/ crossover no-man’s land it’s been occupying since the first generation launched in South Africa 20 years ago. Now more luxurious and spacious than ever. The best X-Trail so far in terms of the overall offering, standard features, refinement and room. Shares the Outlander’s powertrain but is significantly more willing thanks to a more responsive-feeling CVT. Notwithstanding a high price and costly options, the Tiguan continues to be a favourite with buyers. Top ride- and build quality, effortless performance and comfort make it undoubtedly one of the class leaders. price: R759 995 price: R782 700 price: R863 400 cyl/capac: 4/2 488 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/2 488 cm3 power: 135 kW/6 000 r/min three or four of the available for the same discipline. Perhaps modes, these do grant the the Outlander is heavier for its Outlander’s AWD a surefooted- additional sound deadening, ness that many rivals in the though, as its cabin is notably mid-size SUV segment would the quieter of these two cars at struggle to match. cruising speeds. Even if the large alloy wheels As an upgrade to the cloth- and corresponding low-profile covered seating in the entry- tyres (255/45 R20) are not best level GLS specification, the suited to regular bundu-bashing range-topping Aspire unit tested excursions, their presence did here gains leather upholstery, little to detract from an assured the look and feel of which is gravel road drive during our time matched on the upper door with the Outlander. In fact, the panels. A panoramic sunroof is Mitsubishi impressed on all another welcome inclusion here. surfaces and road conditions, While the Outlander’s fold- offering a welcome level of well away third row of seating is best cyl/capac: 4/1 984 cm3 planted assurance that bodes reserved for smaller members of power: 135 kW/6 000 r/min power: 132 kW/4 200 r/min well for an inevitable split role the family, the upshot is 112 litres torque: 245 N.m/3 600 r/min torque: 244 N.m/3 600 r/min torque: 320 N.m/1 500 r/min between weekly school runs and worth of luggage space behind gears/drive: CVT/4 gears/drive: CVT/4 gears/drive: 7/4 weekend-away adventures. these easy-to-operate twin seats. 0–100 km/h: 10,48 sec 0–100 km/h: 9,65 sec 0–100 km/h: 9,20 sec X-Trail that we tested in our July litres worth of packing space or top speed: 208 km/h top speed: 195 km/h top speed: 200 km/h issue; the combination of this store the car’s second row as well fuel index: 9,72 L/100 km fuel index: 9,4 L L/100 km fuel index: 10,70 L/100 km additional mass with an already to gain 1 264 litres of utility area. luggage capac: 112/320/1 264 L luggage capac: 80/1 428 L luggage capac: 176/1 376 L somewhat lethargic powertrain A notable consideration when it saw the Mitsubishi record a comes to hiding any scuff marks serv/maint plan: S5/90 000 km serv/maint plan: S3/90 000 km serv/maint plan: S5/60 000 km 0–100 km/h time that was a full is the black-coloured roof lining. USED OPTION [<2 years] Peugeot 5008 With a host of standard features and powered by either a smooth 1,6-litre turbopetrol or a punchy and efficient 2,0-litre turbodiesel, this seven-seater is a quirky choice. It is slightly heavier than the Fold this row away to realise 320 second slower than the Nissan’s. More pertinently, this extra heft compared with its Japanese cousin also affects overtaking acceleration – 7,45 seconds between 80 and 120 km/h, where the X-Trail recorded 6,55 seconds 01 Quilted leather upholstery adds new levels of perceived quality to Outlander’s cabin. 02. A reasonable amount of room for third-row occupants. 03. Tuck the rearmost chairs away and the Outlander will grant 320 litres of space under its load cover. 04. Despite the large alloys and low profile tyres, the Outlander’s ride is supple and refined. 01 02 03 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 75
TEST Gross frontal area: 2,92 m2 Offering a useful selection Headroom: Headroom/Kneeroom: 800/890 mm 830/510 mm of adjustments in both these applications, the front seats in Apire trim include electrically operated fine-tuning of lumbar and height settings, each of which can be stored using a memory function. Weight: 1 735 kg 78 100 infotainment display that comes with smartphone-mirroring 1 745 mm 2 005 mm 56% MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ASPIRE 44% 213 mm 2 706 mm 4 710 mm Built in Japan ENGINE incorporating a slightly smaller Outlander is carrying is also Width (excl. mirrors): 1 862 mm Track front/rear: 1 593/1 603 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg SPECIFICATIONS Cylinders: four, inline, transverse That extra weight that the Headroom/Kneeroom: 720/470 mm 780 mm functionality, with GLS models media screen. Seating: 7 112/320/1264 L Also included within this top-spec derivative is a 9-inch Drag coefficient: N/A Fuel supply: electronic direct fuel injection, petrol Bore/stroke: 89,0/100,0 mm Cubic capacity: 2 488 cm3 probably to be blamed for its Compression ratio: 12,0 to 1 poor braking performance on Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder the day. Fitted as standard with ABS-assisted brakes, the 1 735kilogram Mitsubishi recorded a best 100 km/h-to-standstill emergency braking time of ENGINE OUTPUT Max power ISO: 135 kW Oil filter: R360,53 Air filter: R930,02 Left headlamp: R20 052,52 Power peak/Red line: 6 000/6 000 r/min Max torque: 245 N.m Torque peak: 3 600 r/min Left rear tyre: R5 539,00 Windscreen: R23 704,20 Brake pads PARTS PRICES* (front set): R2 473,56 Camchain (incl. tensioner): R4 183,70 Total parts basket: R57 243,53 3,31 seconds, with a worst-often-stops time of 3,72 seconds. TRANSMISSION The resultant average time of Type: CVT 3,45 seconds is a poor rating in our books. TEST SUMMARY As noted in the What’s Up, Mitsubishi? feature in the October issue, this brand has ambitious 1st gear/2nd gear: 2,63/1,58 to 1 TEST RESULTS Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 14 °C/1 008 hPa Test car’s odometer: 6 759 km 3rd gear/4th gear: 1,20/0,89 to 1 5th gear/6th gear: 0,68/0,52 to 1 TOP SPEED Top gear: 0,39 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 208 km/h Reverse gear: 1,96 to 1 Final drive: 5,69 to 1 SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed) Drive wheels: all Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability control), hill start of a new Triton, but also a new Outlander Sport model that is intended to replace the existing Best/worst stop: 3,31/3,72 Average of 10 stops/rating: 3,45/poor Average stopping distance: 46,00 m 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds. 60 58 plans for the coming months, not least with the introduction BRAKING TEST 80 77 100 96 120 116 FUEL CONSUMPTION Odometer error: 1,7% over BRAKES Front: 351 mm ventilated discs Rear: 330 mm ventilated discs Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA Fuel tank: 55 litres Est. tank range (fuel index): 566 km ACCELERATION (sec) 0–60 4,74 0–80 7,32 Taxable CO2 rating: 170 g/km 0–100 0–120 0–140 10,48 14,61 20,12 Manufacturer’s figure ASX package. Based on the impressively competent modern Nissan X-Trial, WHEELS AND TYRES Tyre make: Bridgestone Ecopia Tyre size: 255/45 R20 the reimagined Outlander offers Spare – type and location: distinct, sturdy exterior styling, none, mobility kit a comfortable, versatile interior with space for seven occupants and reassuring dynamics. If anything, it’s the inclusion of a naturally aspirated powertrain with the intricacies of a CVT that somewhat let the side down in the end. STEERING Type: rack and pinion, electric power assist springs, anti-roll bar CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 120 km/h in top gear): 2 194 r/min PERFORMANCE FACTORS FEATURES CHECKLIST Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: tri-zone climate Audio system: radio/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth/Android Auto/Apple CarPlay Cruise control: standard Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard, incl. camera Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: electric, incl. height Folding rear seat: consider whether you really 76 9,72 L/100 km Front: independent, MacPherson struts, coil test drive of the new Outlander, better fit. CAR fuel index Power/mass: 78 W/kg Power/litre: 54 kW/litre SUSPENSION anti-roll bar most, this Outlander may be a AT 1,99 2,61 3,34 4,11 5,57 Torque/litre: 98 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true Ahead of a recommended based 4x2 SUV instead, as for 40–60 60–80 80–100 100–120 120–140 8,10 L/100 km Lock to lock: 2,5 turns Turning circle diameter: 11,0 m Rear: independent, multilink, coil springs, need that less refined, bakkie- OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS 3-year/100 000 km warranty 5-year/90 000 km service plan Service every 15 000 km 60:40 split Upholstery: leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear Steering adjust: rake + reach Steering audio controls: standard Tyre sensors: standard Wipers auto-on: no Headlamps autoon: standard Head-up display: no *Prices as recommended by manufacturer **All tests conducted at sea level
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Toyota Fortuner 2,8 GD-6 4x4 VX Can the latest iteration of South Africa’s best-selling SUV improve on its winning formula? 04 Price: R942 900 0–100 km/h: 11,31 seconds Top speed: 180 km/h Power: 150 kW Torque: 500 N.m Fuel index: 9,48 L/100km CO2: 209 g/km New styling paired with a trusted platform helps sweeten its appeal Extra adornments have successfully lifted the Fortuner’s look and feel Ryan de Villiers Kyle Kock Spacious, versatile and capable off-road, it’s no surprise that the Fortuner is loved by all South Africans Damian Adams T he popular Toyota Fortuner iteration simply adds a few added to be displayed on the sign recognition. These systems has yet to be usurped by modern touches an already updated 8-inch infotainment are supplementary to the range- its competitors in the local highly successful recipe. screen. There is only one USB wide standard functions such port up front, though. As the as ABS, EBD, brake assistance, fresh with redesigned head- aforementioned two technologies stability control and traction or just a simple case of peace of and tail lights, more angular do not operate wirelessly, any control. The safety package for mind for owners attempting to bumpers, 18-inch alloy wheels phone mirroring ceases as soon the VX also incorporates adaptive find a workshop while on an and sequential indicators. A as the next passenger lays claim cruise control. adventurous family safari, safe metallic strip now highlights to the USB port. in the knowledge that Toyota has the side windows and C-pillars. the largest network in the country. Inside, this range-topping has been added, too. The most black leather now comes as On average, Toyota moves more VX variant comes with heated prominent new features are the standard across the Fortuner than 800 examples of the Fortuner front seats, and Apple CarPlay pre-collision detection system, range. However, Toyota offers every month and the most recent and Android Auto have been lane departure warning and road- a two-tone colour palette with sales race – and for good reason. It may be quality, or durability, 78 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za The exterior has been kept An enhanced active safety kit Gone is the divisive-looking brown leather from before as
TEST MATCH-UP black- and maroon leather in how far back the second row the VX. is adjusted. Quirks aside, it In the back, to increase cargo- remains a reasonably spacious carrying capacity, the second row and versatile space, but there’s of seats can be folded forward to no doubting the opportunity provide a utility space measured to fully remove the third row at 1 292 litres. Other brands opt with something easier to use instead to have the second row than a spanner would have of seats fold flat into the floor, been welcome. Toyota Fortuner 2,8 GD-6 4x4 VX Isuzu mu-X 3,0TD Onyx 4x4 Ford Everest 2,0 Bi-turbo 4x4 Sport A reliable choice for thousands of South African buyers; its tech and interface may seem a generation behind, but after nearly two decades on the market and several generations, it’s a wellproven product. Solid and by all accounts reliable, the modern mu-X can’t match the Everest in terms of comfort yet, like the bakkie it's based on, it remains an outlier in this popular segment and is certainly worthy of a test drive. A front-running ladderframe SUV with ample kerb appeal and interior technology to match. Note that owners need to fork out extra for a service plan, and under heavy loads, the 10-speed automatic tends to hunt through the gears. price: R942 900 price: R960 600 price: R936 000 cyl/capac: 4/2 755 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/2 999 cm3 cyl/capac: 4/1 996 cm3 power: 150 kW/3 000 r/min power: 140 kW/3 600 r/min power: 154 kW/3 750 r/min torque: 500 N.m/1 600 r/min torque: 450 N.m/1 600 r/min torque: 500 N.m/1 750 r/min gears/drive: 6/4 gears/drive: 6X2/2-4 gears/drive: 10/4 seats and returning them to the (150 kW/500 N.m) is sufficient 0–100 km/h: N/A 0–100 km/h: N/A 0–100 km/h: N/A storage positions is surprisingly for both on- and off-road blasts, top speed: 180 km/h top speed: 180 km/h top speed: N/A easy once you understand how delivered by a gearbox that’s been fuel index: 9,48 L/100 km fuel index: 9,10 L L/100 km fuel index: 9,00 L/100 km the strap system works. The recalibrated for smoother and luggage capac: 112/320/1 264 L luggage capac: 312 L luggage capac: 259–898/1 823 L seats, in their ready-and-waiting more decisive shifts. A scenario position, allow for an impressive that aptly demonstrated the serv/maint plan: S9/90 000 km serv/maint plan: S6/60 000 km serv/maint plan: S6/90 000 km headroom clearance of 847 mm tractability of the powerplant thanks to their relatively low was a typical blend into traffic placement, whereas the knee from an on-ramp. With all seats room is tight and dependent on filled, the climb from 60 km/h to USED OPTION [<2 years] Toyota Prado 2,8 GD-6 VX A larger, more luxurious option equipped with the same engine and two fuel tanks, it oozes significantly more stand-out appeal than the ubiquitous Fortuner. which gives users a more user- In terms of the driving friendly loading area, but less experience, the Fortuner retains interior height. Additionally, the its speed-bump-smashing and second row slides fore and aft, pavement-conquering capability. and even in its most forward During a light off-road course position, its occupants are still it performed in a sure-footed left with ample legroom. Here, manner while tackling steep the available space comes in inclines and axle-twisters, but at 895 mm of headroom and increased pace on a flowing 699 mm of kneeroom. country roads will reveal a For the children-only third row, the process of unlatching the degree of body roll. While not class leading, power 80 km/h taking only 2,65 seconds 01 A familiar interior that retains the level of practicality we’ve come to expect from the Fortuner. 02 The infotainment system feels a generation old, but provides the necessities. 03 The two-tone leather front seats are comfortable, with maximum headroom clearance of 896 mm. 04 A spacious boot offering up to 1 292 litres of space. made the merging ordeal brisker than expected for such a heavy SUV – 2 180 kg with a full tank of diesel. In the climb from 100 km/h to 120 km/h, the VX becomes 01 02 03 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 79
TEST Gross frontal area: 3,06 m2 noticeably more sluggish as Headroom: 812/896 mm it starts fighting physics, and requires a sharp eye when on the move to merge with traffic in the fast lane. Another worrying Weight: 2,180 kg 79 100 Drag coefficient: N/A Headroom/Kneeroom: 895/699 mm 492/1 292 L 1 835 mm 1 949 mm 865 mm trait is the Fortuner’s braking performance; it registered an average of 3,27 seconds to come 56% TOYOTA FORTUNER 2,8 GD-6 4X4 VX 44% 279 mm 2 745 mm 4 795 mm to a halt from 100 km/h in our ten-stop braking tests, which Seating: 7 Built in South Africa Width (excl. mirrors): 1 855 mm Track front/rear: 1 545/1 555 mm Tow rating (unbraked): 750 kg is classified as as a poor result compared to other vehicles. In terms of fuel economy, our index figure of 9,48 L/100 km SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Cylinders: four, inline, longitudinal was effortlessly attained while Fuel supply: electronic common-rail direct the Fortuner was unladen, but a injection, turbocharged, intercooled, diesel figure around 11,0 L/100 km can Bore/stroke: 92,0/103,6 mm be expected when subjected to traffic-heavy commutes with all Cubic capacity: 2 755 cm3 Compression ratio: 15,6 to 1 Valvegear: DOHC, four valves per cylinder seats occupied. ENGINE OUTPUT TEST SUMMARY The updated Toyota Fortuner demonstrates gains in some areas of its presentation where Max power ISO: 150 kW Oil filter: R367,43 Air filter: R806,28 Left headlamp: R16 057,36 Power peak/Red line: 5 800–6 500/6 500 r/min Max torque: 500 N.m Left rear tyre: R2 879,65 Windscreen: R6 131,71 Brake pads PARTS PRICES* (front set): R2 317,19 Camchain (incl. tensioner): R3 235,95 Total parts basket: R57 243,53 Torque peak: 1 600–2 800 r/min the old model performed either only satisfactorily or entirely TEST RESULTS TRANSMISSION lagged behind the competition. Type: six-speed automatic Its GD-6 engine and gearbox are 1st gear/2nd gear: 3.60/2.09 to 1 far more effective than before 3rd gear/4th gear: 1.49/1.00 to 1 TOP SPEED BRAKING TEST 5th gear: 0,69 to 1 Manufacturer’s figure: 180 km/h Best/worst stop: 3,15/3,41 Average of 10 stops/rating: 3,27/poor and enhance the turbodiesel driving experience to a greater Top gear: 0,58 to 1 Reverse gear: 3,73 to 1 degree than most of its rivals. Final drive: 3,58 to 1 The revised infotainment Drive wheels: all system was a welcome and necessary upgrade, and the interior colour scheme is Test conditions**: Ambient temp/barometric press: 28 °C/1 015 hPa Test car’s odometer: 4 078 km Driver aids: ESC (electronic stability Average stopping distance: 40,47 m SPEEDO CALIBRATION (true speed) 10 stops from 100 km/h measured in seconds. 60 55 control), hill start 80 75 100 94 120 114 FUEL CONSUMPTION Odometer error: 0,7% under Fuel tank: 80 litres Est. tank range (fuel index): 844 km BRAKES more palatable than the Front: 351 mm ventilated discs previous brown upholstery. Rear: 330 mm ventilated discs The versatile cabin, rugged Hydraulics: ABS with EBD and EBA ACCELERATION (sec) 0–60 4,92 0–80 7,62 Taxable CO2 rating: 209 g/km 0–100 0–120 0–140 11,31 15,37 21,90 Manufacturer’s figure underpinnings with genuine 4x4 capability, towing ability and all-important dealer-network footprint are set to ensure the Fortuner’s continued success WHEELS AND TYRES Tyre size: 265/60 R18 Spare – type and location: full-size alloy, under boot body among families, commuters, weekend warriors and off-road seekers alike. That said, the addition of enhanced safety features and adaptive cruise control to this flagship have undoubtedly added to its price, and smarter buys may STEERING Power/mass: 69 W/kg Power/litre: 54 kW/litre Turning circle diameter: 11,6 m 120 km/h in top gear): 1 756 r/min SUSPENSION Front: independent, double wishbone, FEATURES CHECKLIST PERFORMANCE FACTORS Airbags: front/side/curtain/knee Air-con: climate Audio system: radio/CD/ MP3/aux-in/USB/Bluetooth Cruise control: standard adaptive Sat-nav: standard Park assist: standard Windows: all-electric Trip computer: standard Driver seat adjust: electric, incl. height Folding rear seat: 60:40 Upholstery: part leather Isofix anchorages: outer rear Steering adjust: rake + reach Steering audio controls: features who are not quite willing CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 9,48 L/100 km Torque/litre: 181 N.m/litre Engine speed (at true Rear: multilink, coil springs 80 CAR fuel index power assist Yet for those seeking Prado-like the answer. AT 2,06 2,65 3,58 4,16 6,55 Lock to lock: 3,25 turns coil springs, anti-roll bar seven digits, the VX is certainly 40–60 60–80 80–100 100–120 120–140 7,90 L/100 km Type: rack and pinion, hydraulic well lurk lower down the range. or able to make the full stretch to OVERTAKING ACCELERATION (sec) Tyre make: Bridgestone Grandtrek AT WARRANTY & SERVICE INTERVALS 3-year/100 000 km warranty 9-services/90 000 km service plan standard Tyre sensors: no Wipers auto-on: standard Headlamps auto-on: standard Head-up display: standard *Prices as recommended by manufacturer **All tests conducted at sea level
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TEST LONG-TERM WRAP UP TOYOTA URBAN CRUISER 1,5 XR MANUAL What’s in a name? Long-term test cars are driven for evaluation over an extended period. Of these, many morph from mere appraisal units to the backbone of one’s daily commute. The Urban Cruiser proved no different Driver: Ryan de Villiers 3 months + 3 630 km Compliant suspension, passenger and luggage space, slick manual gearbox 7,14 L/100 km Gets bullied by strong winds at highway speeds, no rear window wiper, Leading up to the arrival of Brezza, the combination of an The second-generation car LC 80 JL GP in our long-term test- enviable reputation for after- boasts a larger, arguably more and intricate weekly commute car garage, I sought to remind sales service and reliability, sophisticated-looking stance, that takes in both highway and myself of the first-generation together with the inherent including a 100 mm-longer tight suburban road networks, Urban Cruiser’s impact on the qualities this Suzuki product wheelbase, and offers a conside- I quickly got to learn the intrica- South African market when it already possessed, meant that rable upgrade in terms of interior cies of Toyota’s newest compact launched in 2021. A clone via the first Urban Cruiser quickly appointments and comfort. crossover contender. While the a commercial agreement with surpassed the 1 000-units-per- There’s also a handy 210 mm generally hard-to-the-touch Suzuki of that brand’s Vitara month sales mark. worth of ground clearance. plastics used throughout the 82 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Including a notably long
cabin are obviously included with offers an adequate (living at the to successfully rein in any the car’s budget-friendly market coast) 77 kW and 138 N.m worth unwelcome body roll, especially positioning in mind, the general of torque. while lifting a full complement fit and finish of the Urban Cruiser’s cabin are difficult to fault. One concern, however, is the long-term practicality of a cream-coloured material on the car’s roof and pillars in a package so obviously marketed to young families. Knowing that a leather-bound steering wheel is standard fitment throughout the current Grand Vitara (the replacement for the Brezza) range makes the inclusion My favourite moment Heavy midday rain had given way to a serene sunset that perfectly highlighted the Urban Cruiser’s Jet Blue paint. A wonderful ending to what had been a very wet and arduous Sundayafternoon excursion. Ryan de Villiers of a polyurethane wheel in the While I often found myself searching for a nonexistent versatile and featuring a proven with the corresponding engine powertrain, it is easy to grasp revs voicing disapproval, on the how the new Urban Cruiser has whole, this is a drivetrain neatly quickly mimicked the level of suited to the lightweight nature popularity that its predecessor of this car. achieved, and a vote from me That said, I was unable to match Toyota’s claimed 6,1 L/100 4 000 km of mixed-use driving. absent from the Urban Cruiser’s that the 60:40-split rear seat Another notable feature I tailgate, but offered on the admit- backrest can lower to open appreciated during my time tedly more expensive Suzuki, is more packing space adding with the Urban Cruiser is a a rear wiper blade. peace of mind. well-though-out suspension standard rear parking sensors and, indeed, reverse camera. I quickly got accustomed sourced 1,5-litre K15B engine was an easy decision. still respectable 7,14 L/100 km my needs, with the knowledge blade, I was grateful for the car’s in the Top 12 Best Buys awards km for this vehicle, averaging a over three months and nearly The Urban Cruiser’s Suzuki- Comfortable, generally sixth gear at cruising speeds, Toyota feel a tad stingy. Also In the absence of a wiper of family members in the rear. setup that, while in no way dynamically inclined, managed COSTS Fuel & top-up cost R8 106 Cost per kilometre R2,70 R347 400 Purchase price then R347 400 Purchase price now to the workings of the Toyota’s ±R334 950 infotainment system, operated Second-hand value via a 7-inch touchscreen. This includes built-in WiFi and smart- LOG BOOK phone-mirroring software. The Fuel used 95 unleaded considered placement of a USB Top-up oil used none charging point was appreciated. The car’s 240 litres worth of Best consumption luggage space proved adequate for 7,1 L/100 km Worst consumption 8,5 L/100 km Average consumption 7,14 L/100 km PARTS PRICES Oil filter: R248,25 Air filter: R248,69 Cambelt (incl. tensioner): R2 049,83 Brake pads (front set): R1 268,96 Left headlamp: R7 840 Windscreen: R10 211,54 Rear tyre: R2 507,74 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 83
TEST LONG-TERM NEW ARRIVAL VOLVO C40 RECHARGE TWIN P8 AWD ULTIMATE 01 /03 Fresh from our road test in the October issue, the Volvo C40 Recharge joins our long-term fleet and netted us a wall-box charger thanks to GridCars Driver: Kyle Kock 2 463 km + 25,4 kWh/100 km Eye-catching exterior design, minimalist yet quality interior Dark tint on all windows hampers low-light visibility an account-linked charging card activated “Hey Volvo” navigation- that we’re able to swipe at any and internet-based functions – public charging facility to enable including, but not limited to, a top-up charge when and where “I’m hungry…” it is required. Fresh from its local launch Using the powertrain fitted to the XC40 Recharge Twin Motor, and based on the XC40, unlike the sleek C40 offers 300 kW of that popular SUV sibling, the all-wheel drive prowess via its C40 instead features a coupé- 78 kWh battery and dual-electric- style roofline, while the interior motor setup – one on each axle. continues with the effortlessly Ordinarily, a consideration with sophisticated theme introduced having this amount of hot-hatch- with this Swedish brand’s current humbling performance available product portfolio. This includes might be the management of Such has been the pace of deve- wall box installed in our test-car a 9-inch portrait-style infotain- battery charge. Based on my lopment in the local EV space garage, courtesy of GridCars. ment display. 36-kilometre daily commute, that three years after we first This will allow us to live with Our test unit arrived just ahead and safe in the knowledge of ran an all-electric vehicle in our an EV as an owner of one of these of a software update that would both Volvo’s claimed 460 km long-term fleet (the characterful vehicles would, including the introduce YouTube and Amazon range with this vehicle and the Volkswagen eGolf), the arrival of complementary installation of a Prime to the vehicle’s Google- safety net of the wall box available a second unit in the form of the wall-box solution, currently built based operating system. This at our offices, a thrilling time beautifully crafted Volvo C40 has into the cost of most EVs in South update can either be completed behind the wheel is guaranteed. us notably more prepared to live Africa, at a location of their choice, on a WiFi network at our home or I have noted some outward with a vehicle featuring this usually either at home or at the office, or via the portable modem visibility issues with the C40’s future-focused technology. office, which will allow for a full that has been lent to us by Volvo packaging, though I am looking charge either overnight or during South Africa for the duration of forward to getting used to both the course the work day. our time with the C40. the intricacies of this design Including a significantly more accessible (and faster) grid of public charging options, we now also have a shiny new three-phase 84 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Also mimicking the ownership experience of an EV, we now have This set-up allows for the seamless use of the voice- and the comprehensive 360° parking-camera system.
TEST LONG-TERM NEW ARRIVAL KIA CARNIVAL 2,2 CRDI EX+ 8-SEATER 01 /03 Kia’s SUV-based people mover offers impressive levels of comfort and versatility in an altogether grander package than a traditional MPV. Driver: Ian McLaren 1 600 km + 8,9 L/100 km Sophistication, versatile interior Erratic parking sensors alternative to the likes of more ports and electrically operated traditionally shaped, van-based sliding doors and tailgate. I like people movers such as the Ford that the rear windows feature Tourneo, re-imagined Opel Zafira quite a dark tint, meaning that and of course the VW Transporter, the cabin remains comfortably Kombi and Caravelle. In fact, it is isolated from the outside world. arguably only the Kia’s cousin, the Another inclusion is the vehicle’s Hyundai Staria, which has done dedicated climate control settings more, design-wise, than the for rear occupants, a welcome Sorento SUV-based Carnival feature that I am nevertheless to shake up this segment. grateful to be able to override “My” mid-spec Carnival EX+ derivative came with a full from my driver’s seat. At 5 155 mm in length and complement of rear passenger housing a 3 090 mm wheelbase, What better way to get acquainted composed of a 280 km drive seating, configured as a second- although the Carnival’s large with a new-vehicle purchase than from Somerset West to the main row bench and twin third-row footprint makes it pleasantly a weekend-away road trip? In my entrance of the reserve, followed seats that are easily stored in stable at cruising speeds, a level case, as the temporary custodian by a short spell of gravel driving the luggage compartment when of care and consideration needs of a new Kia Carnival MPV, this to reach the facility’s reception not required. Other models in to be adopted before heading to meant a very welcome getaway – boma. From there, guests were the current local Carnival range one’s local grocery store. That ironically without children on this shuttled to their accommodation, are sold in a seven-seater set- in mind, I have not yet figured occasion, despite this vehicle’s with their private vehicles parked up with two individual second- out the intricacies of my vehicle’s people-moving mandate – to the securely for the duration of the row seats. parking sensors. While the reverse luxurious tented lodge within the stay on the reserve. vast Sanbona Wildlife Reserve As a replacement for the Grand Thus far my young family camera and rear sensors work has been enjoying the standard effortlessly in unison, the front outside Montagu, hosted by Kia Sedona, the modern Carnival leather upholstery, rear window ones don’t always engage when South Africa. Our test route was continues as a compelling blinds, no fewer than seven USB they are called on. 86 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
RENAULT CAPTUR 1,3T EDC INTENS 02 /03 Climbing into the Captur’s driver’s seat reminded me of why I should savour its charm before it bids me adieu Driver: Siyavuya Mbaduli 2 300 km + 7,1 L/100 km Adjustable boot floor and rear seats for additional space and legroom Adaptive cruise control is a costly option Two months in and I’m savouring engine talk always gravitates The Captur has a 48-litre fuel the Renault. It has been shared to brutal V8s and V12s but in tank, and we estimate it will be truly excels, as it is quiet and among the team of late, so I feel this day and age of congested able to travel around 680 km on comfortable, with few quirks to guilty for not spending as much bumper-to-bumper motoring, a single fill-up. We have yet to distract the driver. time with it as I’d have liked to. do you really need that? Is schedule a long-distance drive Splitting my time between various it sensible to own a guzzling to put that claim to the test. Stay best crossovers you can currently test cars, it’s been a while since behemoth in this economy? tuned, though, as the Captur is set buy in its segment. Which would we have been blessed by such a I don’t think so. to return from an assignment with you rather go for – the Renault our sister publication, Getaway. Captur Intens or its popular well-balanced all-rounder. I was reminded how eager the Currently, consumption is hovering around 7,1 L/100 km, The little Frenchie has proven freeway? That’s where the Captur the Renault Captur is one of the rival the VW T-Cross? Before the Captur’s turbocharged 1,3-litre acceptable for a car that is well suited to the buzzing city of updated model arrives next year, engine is. It develops 113 kW, constantly subjected to various Cape Town. Its compact proportions we’ve had to make that tough call and peak torque is measured driving styles (most with a make it easy to manoeuvre and for our Top 12 Best Buys Awards at 270 N.m. Talking to my peers, heavy right foot). parking is never a hassle. On the elsewhere in this issue. FORD EVEREST V6 PLATINUM 04 /06 Driver: Damian Adams 6 252 km VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 1,4 TSI LIFE DSG 04 /06 Driver: Damian Adams 10,9 L/100 km 7 782 km 7,7 L/100 km This imposing ladder-frame SUV drops that fall from the button The Tiguan continues without has shown itself to be excellent that operates the tailgate. any serious hiccups, apart from evident that this SUV strikes a Returning from the trip, it’s for daily commuting and Sunday To address this niggle, I’ve having developed a slight rattle fine balance between practicality family excursions. Its effortless scheduled a visit to the dealer now emanating from the front and refinement. performance, comfortable interior for assessment. It’s important passenger door card. and versatile seating have made for Ford to address such issues I took it on a road trip from position as a well-rounded and it a great companion over the promptly, especially on a costly Cape Town to Citrusdal to attend effortless daily driver. However, past few months. variant like the Platinum. I hope a friend’s 30th birthday party. with the options fitted, its price However, there is a concern this minor inconvenience will With three passengers, luggage stretches to R735 900, putting it that has emerged recently: a leak not overshadow the otherwise and 50 kg of braai wood in tow, under pressure from new rivals in the electric tailgate. While this positive experience we’ve had the Tiguan’s turbocharged engine like the well-specced Chery Tiggo issue hasn’t affected the overall with the Everest thus far. performed admirably. It provided 8 Pro Max (R699 900). enjoyment of the vehicle, it does sufficient grunt to climb the remain a matter of concern. The Piekenierskloof Pass on the water intrusion is potentially N7, and proved fuel efficient affecting the cargo area and an despite sections of roadworks unpleasant damp smell has on the stretch of highway that emerged from the wet carpet. runs between Malmesbury and On opening there are ominous Moorreesburg. It continues to reaffirm its CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 87
SPEED FROM VIRTUAL In the world of motorsport, where every hero’s journey seems to mirror that of the last, there rarely emerges a story so extraordinary and so unexpected that it transcends the boundaries of ordinary racing narratives. This is the tale of Setshaba Mashigo By: Siyavuya Mbaduli Images: Ryan de Villiers T he shifting sands of local Setshaba Masigo, igniting a relentless motorsport popularity have pursuit of his dreams. seen many a rise and fall. As The road to glory is seldom paved in entertainment options and gold. For Setshaba, it started from humble social interests evolve, the beginnings, a computer screen and an sport also has to adapt to stay relevant. insatiable hunger to replicate the thrill of In its heyday, motorsport in South Africa high-speed racing. It was in this digital was a spectacle to behold. But in this realm that his odyssey truly commenced. constantly changing landscape, newer Setshaba’s journey was catalysed by a forms of sports and entertainment have recreational gaming magazine that included risen to prominence, leaving modern a racing-game demo, which completely motorsport to fight much harder for changed his mindset and took his dream eyeballs than before. closer to a tangible reality. He could now get This year, we’ve been introduced to a name that doesn’t come from motorsport In addition to playing early-2000s games royalty, and whose origins are not by way like Need for Speed:Most Wanted and NFS of the traditional route. It is a journey Underground, Setshaba also discovered a of a mere car enthusiast who has evolved more realistic racing simulator, rFactor, into a contender for the top spot in the which really captured his attention. Toyota GR Cup challenge for selected South African motoring journalists. 88 behind the wheel of his very own race car. After countless hours refining his skills, he discovered that success hinged on the His is a story that begins with a precision of his equipment. It wasn’t just childhood fascination, ignited by the about raw talent: It was about having the three iconic names synonymous with right tools for the job, too. With unwavering motoring mayhem – Clarkson, Hammond determination, Setshaba embarked on a and May. The trio’s escapades on the hit part-time job, saving his hard-earned rands television show Top Gear lit a spark within to afford a basic racing wheel – a moment CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
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SPEED that would alter the trajectory of his race alongside motoring journalists in a seized the win, asserting his undeniable career in racing. In 2022, Setshaba took media campaign that began back in 2022, he expertise. And, as the darkest of horses, a daring step and participated in the FIA proved his mettle through a gruelling series Setshaba Mashigo emerged, securing second Rally Star competition. The aim of this of challenges, earning him a cherished place place, with Brendon Staniforth completing talent-searching programme was to find in this year’s GR Cup – a dream that had the podium. future contenders for the World Rally once seemed impossibly distant. Championship. Before we delve deeper into Setshaba’s Cape Town’s Killarney circuit, where they’d It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. journey, it’s prudent to comprehend the join the National Extreme Series. The new He describes the Rally Star experience canvas upon which his racing dreams are challenge? Unseasonable wet conditions. As as one of the most challenging events he painted. The GR86, with its front engine the weekend’s battles unfolded, Mark Jones had ever encountered. Despite not fully and rear-wheel-drive layout, serves as the emerged as the eventual victor, capturing showcasing his potential in virtual rally perfect foundation for this near-standard the Toyota GR Cup spoils with two hard- performances, it was his real-life driving one-make series, which itself caters for a fought wins. But there was a twist in the experiences that led him to success. He range of driving talent. The Toyota’s 2,4-litre tale – Setshaba outpaced veteran Denis achieved the third-quickest time in go-karts naturally aspirated flat-four engine churns Droppa, securing third place by a better with a sequential gearbox, performed well out 174 kW and 250 N.m, sprinting from overall combined race time. Chad Lückhoff, in the challenging simulator and excelled standstill to 100 km/h in 6,8 seconds. Reuben van Niekerk and Staniforth held in the reaction-time challenge. Still, facing The stage was set, the GR Cup was on to their positions throughout a day of intense racing. Africa’s best, all his efforts were not enough underway and Zwartkops Raceway bore to secure the top spot. witness to the inaugural showdown on a As the series returned to the familiar But the chronicle of Setshaba’s rise fateful Saturday in February as the red- terrain of Zwartkops for the third round, the does not conclude here. His dedication and and-black-stickered GR86 roared to life drivers were by now properly acquainted undeniable talent didn’t escape the scouting on the asphalt. Thomas Falkiner, a name with their GR86 machines. The anticipation eyes at Toyota South Africa. Hand-picked to synonymous with the Zwartkops circuit, was palpable, as each racer harboured a Victory lane, where a champion rose to the top 90 Round two beckoned the contenders to CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
pocketful of tricks, hoping to outshine their competition. When the dust finally settled, in their hunger to catch the front runner. The penultimate chapter played out at This only fuelled his determination, which, in fine style, he had no qualms about it was Setshaba who emerged victorious, Killarney non the 9th of September. The cashing in on later that day. Commenting while Lückhoff earned a well-deserved five motoring journalists returned to the on his shock third-to-first resurgence in second place and Jones secured third. battlefield and strapped into the GR86 race the second heat, Setshaba’s response was cars. The weekend promised spectacle, with as unapologetic as it was brilliant: “I saw setting the stage for the fourth chapter two special guests from Toyota SA adding Brendon and Chad tussling; Brendon went of the GR86 Cup saga, a venue where a dash of excitement. Riaan Esterhuysen, a little wide on a corner, and I caught them Setshaba’s meticulous study of his a GR Cup- and racing veteran, who is also with their pants down.” competitors would bear fruit. He cemen- the senior PR- and product manager for ted his dominance with a pair of victories, the Toyota and GR brands, brought his demonstrated unwavering commitment surging ahead to 33 championship points. experience to the grid. Another surprise and an unyielding spirit. In motorsport, Jones, determined to narrow the gap, clung was the return of Andrew Kirby, president where can legends arise from unlikely with 26 points, while Lückhoff rounded and CEO of Toyota South Africa Motors, origins, Setshaba’s story showcases the out the top three on 19 points.. who had last participated in 2022. enduring power of determination and the Next up was Aldo Scribante Raceway, The drama unfolded at the following race As the starting grid erupted, Setshaba Amid adversity, he has thus far courage to follow your dreams. at East London Grand Prix circuit for round seized control of the race. However, the five. Setshaba emerged with a commanding battle was far from one-sided. Brendon to get into motorsport but possibly lack 59 points, a testament to his unwavering Staniforth hounded the leader’s every required funding to instead visit local race commitment and consistency. In his wake, move, a constant presence in his rear- tracks and surround themselves with the race for second place intensified as view mirror. As the first race dramatically experienced individuals who can share their Jones, Droppa, Lückhoff and Staniforth concluded, Setshaba’s fastest lap time put knowledge. waged a fierce battle. With 35, 32, 27 and 25 him only in third behind Lückhoff and points respectively, they were unrelenting Staniforth for the second race. 02 All smiles after dominating the 6th round, solidifying that he’s unstoppable on the track and unmatched as a champion. 03 Winner’s circle, brave men who conquered Killarney, regardless of their standings. 04 A 2,4-litre naturally aspirated flat-four that pumps out 174 kW and 250 N.m. 03 Mashigo encourages those who aspire After all – he has seen, he has risen, and he has conquered. 02 04 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 91
BY: Peter Palm & Damian Adams WE’VE CURATED A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF THE BEST USED CAR BUYS FOR 2024, TAKING INTO CONSIDERATION FUEL ECONOMY, LONG-TERM OWNERSHIP SATISFACTION, DEPRECIATION AND MORE THE CRITERIA: THE CONTEXT: THE ADVICE: Vehicles not older than Tough market conditions over the past few years have seen Following the same categories as our Top 12 Best Buy three years, an acceptable manufacturers launch a number of well priced and fuel-friendly awards (page 52), these are the used vehicles one should alternative, and one six- new entry-level vehicles in South Africa. The positive spin-off for consider if your budget is a consideration. We provide a year-old budget beater. consumers looking for used cars is a little more bang for their buck. choice of two we believe will be the most sensible buys. 92 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
01 02 03 BUDGET CAR SMALL CAR SMALL CROSSOVER < R230 000 < R200 000 < R250 000 HYUNDAI GRAND I10 VOLKSWAGEN POLO HYUNDAI VENUE Even against newcomers like the Suzuki This fifth-generation Polo is perhaps the best The Hyundai Venue ticks this box with S-Presso and its sibling the Celerio, the of all. It has sharp looks and a classy interior distinction. The Venue is characterised by Hyundai Grand i10 gets the nod. Following that in later years was compromised when quirky styling that’s not to everyone’s taste, the older model we tested in 2014 is the it became the Vivo. There are so many for especially in the lighting department. Its more updated version from 2021, limiting sale in the classifieds that other cars almost dimensions are compact, but interior space the category to a maximum of three years old. become difficult to spot. Often as ex-rentals, is still notable. With just three cylinders and The facelift is more common but there, not mileages tend to exceed 100 000 km, which one litre of displacement, it’s up to the turbo many can be found for under R150 000. Most is excessive for a three-year-old car going for to push the power up to a healthy 88 kW and examples in our budget are fitted with a three- R150 000. There are a few with low mileages, the torque to 172 N.m from a low 1 500 r/min. cylinder engine delivering 48 kW. These sprint but you will have to be quick to sign. If you Six-speed manual and seven-speed DCT to 100 km/h in under 15 seconds and consume can find a Comfortline-spec model, you will transmission options are offered and fuel an average of 6,5 L/100 km. If you are quick at have many useful features such as height- consumption is reasonable. At around the the draw, you may be able to find the larger, adjustable driver’s seat, multifunction steering 7,5 L/100 km mark, this figure is expected smoother, more powerful 1,2-litre version. wheel controls and front fog lamps. You also of a small turbocharged unit. A three-year We also noticed that most examples have get more power. Instead of the Trendline’s service plan was standard, so be sure to been well used and have mileages exceeding 55 kW, output increases to 63 kW with the measure the remaining free services against the average 15 000–20 000 km per year. Comfortline. Service plans were only optional. the vehicle’s age. A QUALITY ALTERNATIVE Suzuki Celerio Suzuki Swift Ford Ecosport With the VW Up and These will have the A popular crossover that’s Toyota Aygo priced out newer 1,2-litre, four- happiest in urban environ- of contention, the Suzuki cylinder engine with ments. There are many Celerio provides better 61 kW, making a great in our price range, with a value and still has dual conventional all-rounder. choice of two petrols and air bags, ABS and air-con. Expect sub-6 L/100 km. a turbodiesel. Six-year-old salary saver The Six-year-old salary saver Although Six-year-old salary saver The Suzuki Volkswagen Up may be small, but it’s great Toyota Yaris models do not come cheap, Vitara is powered by an 86 kW, 1,6-litre to drive and comes in various packaging you can find some units for less than engine and boasts both sufficient comfort executions. Its 55 kW is acceptable and R150 000. Engines are 1,5 litres in and space. An auto is an option and fuel some have five doors. capacity, and reasonably nippy too. economy is around 7,0 L/100 km. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 93
04 05 06 MIDSIZE CAR MIDSIZE SUV PREMIUM MIDSIZE CAR < R275 000 < R385 000 < R600 000 TOYOTA COROLLA QUEST TOYOTA RAV4 BMW 3 SERIES Both “previously cared for” Golfs and the This car has a lot going for it, and not just for Build quality and excellent ride make this newer-generation Corollas are priced north fans of the Toyota brand. The RAV4 has oodles a top seller. In days of yore, BMW’s model of R300 000. Another favourite, the Corolla of space, front- or all-wheel drive, manual- or designation used to indicate engine size, but Hatch, with its delightful 1,2-litre turbo CVT transmission, 127 kW from a 2,0-litre with this now only applies to the 320i, 320d and engine, is also more expensive. The Quest no complicated turbo plumbing, class-leading 330d. A 1,5-litre 316i was later added with ticks all boxes and we found mileages were reliability and the country’s largest dealer a bit less power. After 2012, the straight-six surprisingly low, rewarding second owners network. AWD models are sold as auto-only. 330i was no more, and since then is driven with many years of active service, as these We might have liked a conventional automatic by a 2,0-litre, four-cylinder turbo delivering cars are known to be impervious to high better, but the CVT does allow for a very low roughly the same power as the six-cylinder mileage. The stalwart 1,8-litre may be quite range should you need to make proper use 330i it replaced. Today the range-topping large, but still manages to achieve 8 L/100 km. of its off-roading ability. For those who prefer 340i thankfully still has the straight-six Note that a folding rear seat is only fitted to a torque converter in a conventional self- petrol engine, except now with a turbo and the top-of-the-range Exclusive, which will shifter, there is also a 2,5-litre version that all-wheel drive added. Quality is great and be a drawback when loading larger items. ups power to 152 kW, but will very likely these are all driver’s cars meant to be enjoyed. Gearboxes are six-speed manual or a CVT. punish owners at the petrol pumps. Not that All came with a five-year full maintenance If settling for a 2021 model, the three-year many would need it, except for towing a boat plan, so these would still be valid if buying service plan will just have run out. or caravan. a sufficiently recent model. A QUALITY ALTERNATIVE 94 Hyundai Elantra Honda CR-V Limited demand as buyers Another popular and Mercedes-Benz C-Class continue to shift to SUVs comfortable SUV with The three-pointed star should make the Elantra AWD and a CVT that represents excellence, a good used buy. Engines performs best when if perhaps at the cost of are all petrol options. unhurried. ultimate driving thrills. Six-year-old salary saver The Six-year-old salary saver The Kia Six-year-old salary saver The Audi A4 Volkswagen Jetta is a classy sedan with Sportage is available in front- or all-wheel was a Top-12 New Buy winner in 2019. These lots of driver appeal and comfort. It came drive, with engines specified as 1,6-litre all have splendid build quality with excellent in a wide choice of models including three turbopetrol, 2,0-litre- or 2,4-litre petrol. Our cabin ergonomics. Both petrol- and diesel turbopetrols and two turbodiesels. choice would be the 2,0-litre turbodiesel. versions deliver fantastic fuel economy. CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
ESSENTIAL BUYING ADVICE TIP #1 Don’t make hasty decisions. It’s your money to lose. TIP #2 Look for signs of accident damage and check the service history. TIP #3 If you favour a niche car, do not pay too much. You might struggle to sell it later. TIP #4 Check the car’s service intervals, and the odometer, and see what needs replacing. There could be an expensive major service coming up. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 95
07 08 09 PREMIUM MIDSIZE SUV LARGE SUV LUXURY CAR < R650 000 < R720 000 < R1,600 000 AUDI Q5 FORD EVEREST BMW 7 SERIES The Audi Q5 is sold with various petrol and The Everest is based on the same chassis as 2023’s all-new BMW 7 Series has triggered turbodiesel engines. Known for its efficiency, Ford's successful Ranger bakkie. It shares a depreciating effect on its predecessor’s reliability and performance, it has consis- many mechanicals, apart from having rear pricing. Powered by a straight-six 3,0-litre tently scored high in consumer-satisfaction coil-springs, opting against the bakkie’s diesel, the 730d is the most common. With surveys. The quattro all-wheel-drive system leaf-spring arrangement in the interest of 195 kW from the same turbodiesel unit, the ensures good traction and handling for off- comfort. The line-up comprises XLS, XLT, 740i xDrive is quicker, but less economical, roading and a heavy foot alike. The cabin Sport and Limited models in rear- and four- returning a claimed 7,9 L/100 km compared is equipped with advanced technology and wheel-drive. with the 730d’s 5,7 L/100 km. Both are super Audi's reputation for strong resale value adds In South Africa, the Ford Everest is our smooth and whisper quiet. In view of the high to its appeal. Fuel economy is also reasonable, first choice in the large-SUV segment. It running costs associated with cars such as making it a well-rounded option. As with has a rugged build, spacious interior and the 7 Series, you’d have to be brave to settle other German brands, keep an eye out for a range of engine options – all tractable for one of the petrol models. This selection of models fitted with tasty options. The Q5 is diesel variants – to perfectly suit our diverse the range opens with the 740i, powered by a based on the VW Group’s MLB-Evo platform terrain and appeals to the adventurous 250 kW 3,0-litre, straight-six engine and the for larger vehicles, so it feels more luxurious family-oriented market. Known for its flagship M760Li xDrive with a 430 kW 6,6-litre and refined on the road than the price tag comfort, off-road capabilities and towing V12. They are less common than the diesels would suggest. ability, the Everest is a popular pick. and mileages tend to be lower. A QUALITY ALTERNATIVE 96 BMW X3 Toyota Fortuner While the BMW X3 has A favourite valued for Mercedes-Benz S-Class a modern interior and its reliability, durability The S-Class is a solid perhaps handles better and strong resale value. luxury alternative without than the Q5, it is still Toyota’s extensive service compromise. The S560, essential to consider network contributes to with its twin-turbo potential depreciation. its cult-like following. 4,0-litre V8, is a gem. Six-year-old salary saver An older VW Six-year-old salary saver For space- Six-year-old salary saver The much- Tiguan sports standard safety features that hungry buyers, the Kia Sorento is a solution. underrated Lexus LS500 is second to none align with South African needs. It presents Kia's reputation for quality, coupled with a in the comfort- and convenience stakes strong value for buyers who prioritise long- comprehensive warranty, make the Sorento and easily holds a candle to the more term affordability. an intelligent choices. fancied Germans. CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
10 11 12 LUXURY SUV PERFORMANCE CAR DOUBLE-CAB BAKKIE < R2 000 000 < R1 200 000 < R550 000 PORSCHE CAYENNE BMW M2 COMPETITION FORD RANGER As is always the case with Porsche, the The BMW M2 Competition arrived in 2018 Ford Rangers have been selling strong and Cayenne provides one of the longest lists of to replace the original M2, and in doing so, the used-car market now has a plentiful options in the luxury SUV sector. Of the items added even more punch – as if more horses supply of the pre-update version that was on offer are key features like an array of 19- to were required. The Competition gained not facelifted for the second time in April 2019. 22-inch alloy wheels, matrix LED lights, noise- only the 3,0-litre twin-turbo from its bigger Prices are rather keen and run the gamut of insulated glass, soft-closing doors, ambient M siblings to now total 302 kW, but also the specification levels and engine options. The lighting and a head-up display. More choice carbon-fibre front strut and bulkhead braces facelift introduced subtle styling updates comes by way of powered, ventilated front that increased rigidity for more precise inside and out, and more importantly, the seats with a massage function, a panoramic steering. It rides on larger 19-inch rims and new Struandale-built 2,0-litre, 4-cylinder glass sunroof, Bose surround sound, adaptive gets lowered suspension, too. Compared to single- (132 kW/420 N.m) and twin-turbo cruise control and lane change assist. And the original, this version is shaper and more (157 kW/500 N.m) turbodiesel engines, plus a there’s more: four-zone climate control with polished. It’s a more honed performance car, 10-speed automatic transmission. All models individual rear controls, heat-sensing night and some might miss the more unruly and were fitted with upgraded suspension, while vision, and an off-road- and trailer package. thrilling nature of the original M2. In 2020, the the Wildtrak gained a self-parking feature, Clearly, buyers can be sure to find one that’s swan-song M2 derivative debuted, wearing plus keyless entry and push-button starting. tailored to their needs – and there’s the fact the CS badge and producing 331 kW. The M2 The higher-spec Ranger line-up comes with that it’s a superb SUV to drive, too. CS feels noticeably punchier. a host of safety kit, too. A QUALITY ALTERNATIVE BMW X5 Audi RS3 Toyota Hilux Blending punch and The characterful 2,5-litre, With a choice between fuel economy, a used 5-cylinder engine in Audi’s 2,4- and 2,8-litre turbo- X5 xDrive30d, priced RS3 produces 294 kW diesels, plus a 4,0-litre between R900 000 and and is a weapon from a V6 for sand lovers. Strong R1,4 million, is the most standing start thanks to capability, and resale is sensible option. quattro all-wheel-drive. a given. 6-year-old salary saver Understated, Six-year-old salary saver It’s difficult Six-year-old salary saver The Isuzu high-quality and luxurious, with the option to beat a VW Golf R for a mix of fun, usable D-Max is known for running up hassle-free of seven seats, and power from a smooth speed and refinement. A great daily driver mileage. You shouldn’t be overly concerned 190 kW turbodiesel with all-wheel drive. with respectable running costs for the about longevity, even if the odometer would The Q7 is a great alternative. available performance. suggest otherwise. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 97
BUY STARTER CLASSIC BUY STARTER CLASSIC Visit Magazine at carmag.co.za/cars-for-sale To find the latest new and used cars for sale MGC (1967–1970) Power to mass games By: Peter Palm PeterPalm12 Model: MGC 0–100 km/h: 10 seconds Top speed: 192 km/h Fuel consumption: 14,9 L/100 km Power: 108 kW Price: Not listed CAR test: None for the MGC T he MGB was a huge success reviews from the press owing to useful space behind the seats Morris straight-six, which for the various owners of poor handling resulting from its for goods when the roof is up. increased capacity to 3,0-litres the brand, first the British bigger engine’s extra mass and When down, the simple folding over the MGB’s 1,8-litre unit. The Motor Corporation (BMC) and then related modifications. The last structure takes up some of this BMC engines stuck to using cast- British Leyland. So much so that it MGBs sold in South Africa in 1983 space. The GT with its station- iron cylinder heads when rivals was extremely difficult to replace. were priced at R19 000. wagon-style rear hatch has much had switched to aluminium that more space. The Roadster’s boot was much lighter and dissipated heat far better. This was a similar Catch-22 situation to that experienced by PACKAGING has a reasonable luggage area, Jaguar when the time came to The MGC was available both too. Up front, thanks to the long- replace the E-Type, as well as the as a roadster and in hard-top bonnet, the straight-six has no main bearings for a longer life but XJ6 later. The MGC was produced GT form. The main difference problem slotting in. retained conventional overhead as a result of many MGB owners in appearance was the bonnet expressing the desire for more bulge to accommodate the larger POWERTRAIN Some owners may have fitted a power in their MGBs (a common engine. Larger 15-inch wheels The engine was initially planned triple SU setup or even twin side- complaint from car owners even also replaced the 14-inchers on to be sourced from Australia, but draught Webers. The gearbox was today). The former received mixed the MGB. The roadster has some the final choice was the Austin/ strengthened and overdrive was 98 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za Producing 108 kW, it had seven valves and twin SU carburettors.
be more popular. The optional Laycock-de Normanville epicyclic INTERESTING FACTS overdrive is a must-have, though. It remains one of the best after- A special racing version of the BMC was built, finally using the modern technology of aluminium castings for both engine block and head. Problems were encountered so the castiron block was retained. This design was meant to be incorporated into the road cars, saving much unwanted engine mass. The engine produced 145 kW and was raced at the 12 Hours of Sebring endurance events in 1968 and 1969. So popular was the MGB that the British Motor Heritage group began remanufacturing entire body shells, enabling owners to restore their vehicles after decades of tinworm deterioration had rendered them unroadworthy. This ensures that these classics will be around for as long as legislation allows. Mechanical parts are also readily available and many parts can furthermore be rebuilt by competent workshops. market options ever invented. It can be engaged in both third and fourth gear, effectively allowing a total of forward six ratios. We have left the even more impressive V8 versions for later as these also have an interesting origin story. And then there is the final hurrah: the MG RV8 that was built in limited numbers from 01 1992 to 1995. an option, as was the case with system. The rear suspension AVAILABILITY AND PRICES the MGB. A three-speed automatic retained leaf springs and a more A total of 9 000 MGCs were built, was another option. robust rear differential handled compared to 500 000 MGB and the extra torque. Braking was MGB GTs. Any example of these SUSPENSION AND STEERING upgraded, too, with larger discs rare cars would be highly prized To allow the bigger engine to be in the front. and will no doubt be kept running fitted, the coil springs in front were replaced with a torsion-bar 01The interior is just as classy as the exterior. 02 A classic late-1960s rear bumper and tail lamp. 03 The engine looks similar to the Healey 3000. 04 The GT provides a usable boot thanks to its rear hatch design. smoothly by enthusiasts to enjoy WHICH ONE TO GET in the future. King Charles bought There is just one model, though one when he was a young prince you do have the option of a fixed- and subsequently passed it on or removable roof. For South to his son, William. They are few Africa’s sunny skies and scenic and far between but one was sold country roads, the roadster might a while back by the Johannesburg classic-car dealer Wat Swaai Jy? Prices of examples in the UK range from £15 000 to £25 000 (around R450 000). At the time of print, no local units were up for sale. 02 03 SPOTTED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS MGB GT V8, 1974, maroon, good condition, paintwork faded, R250 000 MGB GT Coupe, 1968, R199 999 04 Parts and info: https://www.mgownersclub.co.uk | http://mgcc.co.za CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 99
guide Your definitive guide to all the new cars in SA as well as whether the vehicle has F= front, The symbols used are S = standard, 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 14 September 2023. 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 Notes cylinders and the cubic capacity in cm . the driver to also shift manually; Here, V = V-shaped engine layout; AM = automated manual; DC = dual-clutch H = horizontally-opposed engine layout; automated transmission; E = electric drive. The absence of an initial symbol implies an y 0–100 km/h is the quickest time our 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 T = turbocharged, a compressor driven the manufacturer’s claimed figure. by exhaust gases; S = supercharged, a y MAX SPEED is the vehicle’s compressor driven by the engine; manufacturer’s claim. P/H = petrol-hybrid and E = electric. y FUEL CONSUMP is CAR’s fuel index given y POWER lists the maximum power in in litres/100 km. This is calculated from a kiloWatts at the relevant engine revolutions combination of the manufacturer’s figures, per minute. our road test figures and a multiplying y POWER/MASS is given in Watts per factor realising a real-world figure that 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. 3 PRICES ARE CORRECT AS AT 14 SEPTEMBER 2023 Please note some of these prices may have been updated in our road tests, which were signed off later. THE CAR GUIDE SHOWS: 1. All models currently available on the South African market, listed by manufacturer. 2. We also list the models in five separate categories in price order. 3. There are two horizontal strips associated with each range of models. The first one lists common features and the second one enumerates good and bad features, some replacement dates and possible rival choices. CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 101
Abarth 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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: A 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: BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Audi A4 / S4, Lexus IS. For Quadrifoglio: BMW M3 competition, Maserati Ghibli. Long-term test: Aug 2018 (Giulia 2.0T Super) Giulia 2.0T Veloce Giulia Quadrifoglio 1 086 900 21 740 1 805 900 36 050 4/1995 V6/2891 P-T P-T Stelvio 206/5250 375/6500 219 400/2250 600/2500 8/R 8/R A A 5.7 240 4.15 307 7.2 9.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 138 189 Apr 17 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 Stelvio Quadrifoglio Q4 1 205 500 24 100 1 936 900 38 660 4/1995 V6/2891 P-T P-T 206/5250 375/6500 198 400/2250 600/2500 Tonale 8/4 8/4 A A 5.7 230 4.13 283 6.8 10.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 161 210 May 20 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 Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Speciale Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Veloce Aston Martin 779 900 839 900 859 900 15 630 16 820 17 220 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 4/1469 P-T/H 118/5750 - 240/1500 240/1500 240/1500 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC 8.8 210 8.8 210 8.8 210 6.8 6.8 6.8 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 130 130 130 - sandton.astonmartindealers.com capetown.astonmartindealers.com Telephone: 011 301 7100 021 425 2007 Dealers: 2 DB12 2-door Coupé • 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 model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Bentley Continental GT, Ferrari 296 DB12 POA POA V8/3982 P-T 494/6000 - 800/2750 DBS 8/R A 3.6 325 TBA 8 S S S S S S TBA - 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Fuel tank: 78 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / unlimited km Good: More powerful and focused GT. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Coupé. Replacement due: 770 Ultimate added. Also look at: Bentley Continental GT / GTC, Ferrari 296, Lamborghini Revuelto DBS 770 Ultimate DBS 770 Ultimate Volante POA POA POA POA V12/5204 V12/5204 P-T P-T 567/6400 567/6400 - 900/1800 900/1800 8/R 8/R A A DBX 3.4 340 3.6 340 17.4 17.4 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S 330 330 - 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 DBX707 POA POA POA POA V8/3982 V8/3982 P-T P-T 405/6500 520/6000 - Vantage 700/2200 900/2750 9/4 9/4 A A 4.5 291 3.3 310 15.2 16.2 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 289 309 Jan 22 - 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 Vantage V8 Coupé auto Vantage F1 Edition Coupé Vantage V8 Roadster POA POA POA POA POA POA POA POA V8/3982 V8/3982 V8/3982 V8/3982 P-T P-T P-T P-T 375/6000 375/6000 388/6000 375/6000 - 625/2000 685/2000 685/2000 685/2000 7/R 8/R 8/R 8/R Audi M A A A 4.0 3.6 3.6 3.8 314 314 314 306 14.5 13.9 13.9 13.9 4 4 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 276 264 264 263 - 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 A1 Sportback 30TFSI S line A1 Sportback 35TFSI Advanced A1 Sportback 35TFSI S line A1 Sportback 40TFSI S line 482 400 497 900 545 500 561 000 588 700 9 710 10 020 10 960 11 270 11 820 3/999 3/999 4/1498 4/1498 4/1984 A3 / S3 / RS3 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 85/5000 85/5000 110/5000 110/5000 147/4400 112 200/2000 200/2000 250/1500 250/1500 320/1500 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 6/F DC DC DC DC DC 9.4 9.4 7.7 7.7 6.87 203 203 222 222 235 5.8 5.8 6.1 6.1 7.2 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S O O O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 119 119 127 127 145 Jan 20 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 A3 Sportback 35TFSI Advanced A3 Sportback 35TFSI S line A3 Sportback 40TFSI S line A3 Sedan 35TFSI A3 sedan 35TFSI Advanced A3 Sedan 35TFSI S line A3 Sedan 40TFSI S line S3 Sportback quattro S3 Sedan quattro RS3 Sportback quattro RS3 Sedan quattro A4 / S4 / RS4 639 000 664 000 679 000 728 700 654 000 679 000 694 000 743 700 906 100 921 100 1 246 600 1 276 600 12 830 13 320 13 620 14 610 13 120 13 620 13 920 14 910 18 140 18 440 24 920 25 520 4/1395 4/1395 4/1395 4/1984 4/1395 4/1395 4/1395 4/1984 4/1984 4/1984 5/2480 5/2480 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 110/5000 110/5000 110/5000 140/4200 110/5000 110/5000 110/5000 140/4200 213/5300 213/5300 294/5600 294/5600 187 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 320/1500 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 320/1500 400/2000 400/2000 500/2250 500/2250 8/F 8/F 8/F 7/F 8/F 8/F 8/F 7/F 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 A A A DC A A A DC DC DC DC DC 8.2 8.2 8.2 7.4 8.2 8.2 8.2 7.4 4.9 4.9 3.8 4.11 219 219 219 241 227 227 227 248 250 250 250 250 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.6 7.3 7.3 7.3 7.4 9.6 9.4 10.8 10.8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 140 140 140 144 138 138 138 142 185 182 206 205 Dec 21 Jan 23 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: Facelifted. 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 A4 35TFSI Advanced A4 40TFSI A4 40TFSI Advanced 102 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 755 600 770 600 810 700 825 700 15 150 15 440 16 240 16 540 4/1984 4/1984 4/1984 4/1984 P-T P-T P-T P-T 110/3900 110/3900 140/4200 140/4200 89 - 270/1350 270/1350 320/1450 320/1450 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC DC 8.9 8.9 7.66 7.3 225 225 241 241 7.3 7.3 7.6 7.6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 140 140 143 143 Mar 21 -
A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupé / Cabriolet 140/4200 110/3250 110/3250 110/3250 260/5400 331/5700 - 320/1450 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 500/1370 600/2000 DC DC DC DC A A S S S S S S S S S S S S 241 219 219 219 250 250 7.6 6.0 6.0 6.0 10.3 11.0 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S TE ST 7.3 8.7 8.7 8.7 4.7 4.1 2 TR AN S GE AR S 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/4 8/4 BL TO UE OT H CO P-T D-T D-T D-T P-T P-T A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 4/1984 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 V6/2995 V6/2894 TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) 840 700 16 840 800 200 16 030 815 200 16 330 830 200 16 630 1 097 900 21 960 1 506 400 30 090 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S A4 40TFSI S line A4 35TDI A4 35TDI Advanced A4 35TDI S line S4 TFSI quattro RS4 Avant quattro PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 143 135 135 135 195 208 Oct 21 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, Mercedes C-/E-Class Coupé/Cabriolet, Lexus RC, Ford Mustang A5 Coupé 40TFSI A5 Coupé 40TFSI S line A5 Coupé 40TDI quattro S line S5 TFSI Coupé quattro S5 TFSI Cabriolet quattro RS5 Coupé quattro 859 200 17 210 904 200 18 100 956 100 19 140 1 204 300 24 080 1 304 300 26 070 1 614 900 32 250 A5 / S5 / RS5 Sportback 4/1984 4/1984 4/1968 V6/2995 V6/2995 V6/2894 P-T P-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 140/4200 140/4200 140/3800 260/5400 260/5400 331/5700 - 320/1450 320/1450 400/1750 500/1370 500/1370 600/2000 7/F 7/F 7/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC A A A 7.3 7.3 7.4 4.7 4.9 3.9 241 241 235 250 250 250 7.7 7.7 7.2 10.6 10.9 10.8 6 6 6 6 4 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 145 145 158 201 209 206 Oct 21 - 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 A5 Sportback 40TFSI S line A5 Sportback 40TDI quattro S line S5 TFSI Sportback quattro RS5 Sportback quattro A6 / S6 / RS6 874 200 919 200 971 100 1 219 300 1 629 900 17 510 18 400 19 440 24 380 32 550 4/1984 4/1984 4/1968 V6/2995 V6/2894 P-T P-T D-T P-T P-T 140/4200 140/4200 140/3800 260/5400 331/5700 - 320/1450 320/1450 400/1750 500/1370 600/2000 7/F 7/F 7/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC A A 7.5 7.5 7.6 4.8 3.9 241 241 235 250 250 7.8 7.8 7.2 10.6 10.9 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 148 148 162 202 206 Aug 21 - 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 / M5. Lexus ES, Mercedes E-Class, Volvo S90. For RS6 Avant: No direct rival, but also see Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo A6 40TDI S line A6 45TDI quattro S line S6 TFSI quattro RS6 Avant quattro performance 1 132 000 22 640 1 343 000 26 840 1 602 800 32 010 2 332 700 46 540 A7 / S7 / RS7 4/1968 V6/2967 V6/2894 V8/3996 D-T D-T P-T P-T 140/3800 183/2900 331/5700 163 463/6000 - 400/1750 600/1500 600/1900 850/2300 7/F 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC A A A 8.4 6.1 4.67 3.4 237 250 250 250 6.2 7.8 10.0 14.6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 136 169 193 285 Sep 20 - 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, Maserati Quattroporte, Porsche Panamera A7 Sportback 55TFSI quattro S line S7 TFSI Sportback quattro RS7 Sportback quattro performance 1 520 000 30 360 1 716 300 34 270 2 444 500 48 770 V6/2995 V6/2894 V8/3996 P-T P-T P-T 250/5000 126 331/5700 463/6000 - 500/1370 600/1900 850/2300 7/4 8/4 8/4 DC A A 5.68 250 4.6 250 3.4 250 e-tron 8.5 10.1 14.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 157 197 285 Mar 20 - 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 e-tron 55 quattro S line 1 745 000 34 840 2 045 000 40 810 electric electric E E 300 135 300 - 664 664 E/4 E/4 E E 5.65 200 5.7 200 e-tron Sportback E E 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 Apr 22 - 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 e-tron S Sportback quattro 2 115 000 42 210 2 425 000 48 380 electric electric Q2 E E 300 370 - 664 973 E/4 E/4 E E 5.7 200 4.5 210 E E 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 - 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 Q2 35TFSI Advanced Q2 35TFSI S line Q3 / RSQ3 599 500 615 700 629 700 12 040 12 360 12 640 4/1395 4/1395 4/1395 P-T P-T P-T 110/5000 110/5000 110/5000 - 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC 8.8 213 8.8 213 8.8 213 7.3 7.3 7.3 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 140 140 140 - 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 Q3 35TFSI Advanced Q3 35TFSI S line Q3 40TFSI quattro S line RSQ3 quattro Q3 Sportback / RSQ3 Sportback 708 100 728 100 742 100 793 000 1 260 000 14 200 14 600 14 880 15 890 25 190 4/1395 4/1395 4/1395 4/1984 5/2480 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 110/5000 110/5000 110/5000 132/3900 294/5850 69 - 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 320/1400 480/1950 6/F 6/F 6/F 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC DC DC 9.59 9.3 9.3 7.8 4.5 204 207 207 220 250 8.6 8.6 8.6 9.8 10.8 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 164 164 164 187 205 Nov 19 Jun 21 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 Q3 Sportback 40TFSI quattro S line RSQ3 Sportback quattro 767 700 818 600 1 298 300 Q5 / SQ5 15 390 16 400 25 950 4/1395 4/1984 5/2480 P-T P-T P-T 110/5000 132/3900 294/5850 76 - 250/1500 320/1400 480/1950 6/F 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC 9.3 205 9.06 220 4.5 250 8.8 10.0 10.8 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 167 188 206 Mar 21 - 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 Q5 40TDI quattro S line SQ5 TFSI quattro 1 001 900 20 050 1 027 900 20 570 1 330 100 26 580 4/1968 4/1968 V6/2995 D-T D-T P-T Q5 Sportback / SQ5 Sportback 140/3800 140/3800 260/5400 - 400/1750 400/1750 500/1370 7/4 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC 7.9 218 7.9 218 5.4 250 7.4 7.4 11.0 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 162 162 211 - 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 Q5 Sportback 40TDI quattro S line SQ5 Sportback TFSI quattro 1 070 900 21 420 1 109 900 22 200 1 451 100 28 990 Q7 4/1968 4/1968 V6/2995 D-T D-T P-T 140/3800 140/3800 260/5400 - 400/1750 400/1750 500/1370 7/4 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC 8.1 220 8.1 220 4.9 250 7.4 7.4 11.0 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 163 163 209 - 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 Q7 45TDI quattro S line Q7 45TDI quattro S line Competition 1 539 800 1 584 800 1 663 100 30 760 31 650 33 210 V6/2967 V6/2967 V6/2967 D-T D-T D-T 183/2900 183/2900 183/2900 84 - 600/1500 600/1500 600/1500 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 6.82 225 6.9 225 6.9 225 9.5 9.6 9.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 210 210 210 May 19 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 103
Q8 / RSQ8 TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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: RSQ8 added. Also look at: BMW X6, Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Lexus RX, Maserati Levante, Mercedes GLE Coupé, Porsche Cayenne Coupé Q8 45TDI quattro Q8 55TFSI quattro RSQ8 quattro 1 706 200 34 070 1 749 200 34 930 2 730 000 54 450 R8 V6/2967 V6/2995 V8/3996 D-T P-T P-T 183/2900 81 250/5000 110 441/6000 - 600/1500 500/1370 800/2200 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 7.23 220 6.5 250 3.8 250 9.4 10.9 14.5 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 207 210 283 Oct 20 Jul 19 Aug 21 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 83 litres (Coupé) 80 litres (Convertible) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: A true everyday supercar. Bad: Starting to age a bit. Our choice: Coupé. Replacement due: Facelifted. V10 performance models added. Also look at: Aston Martin Vantage, BMW M8, Maserati MC20, Porsche 911 R8 Coupé V10 performance quattro R8 Spyder V10 performance quattro 3 594 100 3 871 100 71 650 77 170 V10/5204 V10/5204 P P 449/8250 449/8250 - 560/6500 560/6500 7/4 7/4 DC DC RS e-tron GT 3.2 330 3.2 330 16.1 16.1 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S 314 314 Jan 22 Jun 21 5-door Fastback • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km 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 i7, Mercedes EQS Sedan, Porsche Taycan RS e-tron GT quattro 3 359 400 66 980 electric E 440 - S8 830 E/4 E 3.3 250 E 8 S S S S S S 0 - 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 / 8 Series Gran Coupé, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Lexus LS, Maserati Quattroporte, Porsche Panamera S8 quattro 2 759 000 55 030 TTS / TT RS V8/3996 P-T 420/6000 - 800/2050 8/4 A 3.8 250 12.6 8 S S S S S S 245 - 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2 • Fuel tank: 55 litres • Boot: 184/512 litres (Coupé) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Still offers great design and performance. Bad: No affordable entry-level model. Our choice: RS. Replacement due: RS and RS Roadster added. Also look at: BMW M240i Coupé, Porsche 718 Cayman / 718 Boxster, Toyota GR86 / GR Supra TTS Coupé quattro TT RS Coupé quattro TT RS Roadster quattro 912 000 18 260 1 259 700 25 180 1 317 800 26 340 4/1984 5/2480 5/2480 P-T P-T P-T 228/5800 294/5850 294/5850 - 380/1800 480/2250 480/2250 7/4 7/4 7/4 BAIC DC DC DC 4.9 250 3.7 250 3.9 250 8.6 10.4 10.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 159 197 199 - www.baic.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 Beijing X55 1.5T Elite Beijing X55 1.5T Premium 420 900 450 900 480 900 8 480 9 080 9 680 4/1498 4/1498 4/1498 P-T P-T P-T 130/5500 130/5500 130/5500 - B40 Plus 305/1500 305/1500 305/1500 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC 7.8 7.8 7.8 - 8.6 8.6 8.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 181 181 181 - 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 B40 Plus 2.0T B40 Plus 2.0TDi City Hunter B40 Plus 2.0T City Hunter B40 Plus 2.0T Champion Bentley 574 500 609 500 604 500 659 500 679 500 11 540 12 240 12 140 13 230 13 630 4/1999 4/1981 4/1999 4/1981 4/1981 D-T P-T D-T P-T P-T 110/4000 160/5500 110/4000 160/5500 160/5500 - 350/1800 320/1750 350/1800 320/1750 320/1750 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 8x2/2-4 8x2/2-4 M A M A A - - - 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 272 250 272 250 250 - 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: Edition 12 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 Bentayga S Bentayga Azure Bentayga EWB Azure Bentayga Speed Bentayga Speed Edition 12 Continental 5 090 000 5 960 000 6 120 000 6 530 000 5 820 000 6 160 000 101 430 118 750 121 930 130 090 115 960 122 730 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 W12/5950 W12/5950 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 467/5000 467/5000 - 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 900/1500 900/1500 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 3.9 3.9 290 290 290 290 306 306 16.0 15.6 16.0 16.0 17.2 17.2 8 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 302 294 302 302 325 325 - 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 / DBS, Ferrari 296 / Roma, McLaren GT, Porsche 911 Continental GT V8 Continental GT S Continental GT Azure Continental GT V8 Mulliner Continental GT Speed Continental GT Speed Edition 12 Continental GT W12 Mulliner Continental GTC V8 Continental GTC S Continental GTC Azure Continental GTC V8 Mulliner Continental GTC Speed Continental GTC Speed Edition 12 Continental GTC W12 Mulliner Flying Spur 5 120 000 5 730 000 6 140 000 6 810 000 6 290 000 6 720 000 7 410 000 5 660 000 6 330 000 6 780 000 7 440 000 6 940 000 7 350 000 8 170 000 102 030 114 170 122 330 135 670 125 320 133 880 147 610 112 780 126 110 135 070 148 210 138 260 146 420 162 740 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 W12/5950 W12/5950 W12/5950 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 W12/5950 W12/5950 W12/5950 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 485/5000 485/5000 467/6000 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 485/5000 485/5000 467/6000 - 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 900/1500 900/1500 900/1350 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 900/1500 900/1500 900/1350 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.6 3.6 3.7 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.1 3.7 3.7 3.8 318 318 318 318 335 335 333 318 318 318 318 335 335 333 13.6 13.6 13.6 13.6 16.8 16.8 16.8 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 17.2 17.2 17.2 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 263 263 263 263 319 319 319 266 266 266 266 326 326 326 - 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 Flying Spur V8 S Flying Spur V8 Azure Flying Spur V8 Mulliner Flying Spur Hybrid Flying Spur Hybrid S Flying Spur Hybrid Azure Flying Spur Hybrid Mulliner Flying Spur Speed Flying Spur Speed Edition 12 Flying Spur W12 Mulliner 104 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 5 000 000 5 740 000 5 980 000 6 950 000 5 120 000 5 740 000 5 980 000 7 440 000 6 130 000 6 750 000 7 150 000 99 640 114 370 119 150 138 460 102 030 114 370 119 150 148 210 122 130 134 470 142 440 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 W12/5950 W12/5950 W12/5950 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T/H P-T/H P-T/H P-T/H P-T P-T P-T 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 404/6000 400 400 400 400 467/6000 467/6000 467/6000 - 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 770/2000 750 750 750 750 900/1500 900/1500 900/1500 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 3.8 3.8 3.8 318 318 318 318 285 285 285 285 333 333 333 13.9 13.9 13.9 13.9 3.8 3.8 3.8 3.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 270 270 270 270 73 73 73 73 320 320 320 -
BMW 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za www.bmw.co.za Telephone: 0800 627 771 Dealers: 58 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: 128ti 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 118i Sport Line 118i M Sport 118d 118d Sport Line 118d M Sport 128ti M135i xDrive 691 072 713 772 726 772 704 250 726 950 739 950 789 260 951 537 13 860 14 310 14 570 14 120 14 580 14 830 15 820 19 050 3/1499 3/1499 3/1499 4/1995 4/1995 4/1995 4/1995 4/1998 P-T P-T P-T D-T D-T D-T P-T P-T 2 Series Coupé / M2 103/4600 69 103/4600 103/4600 110/4000 110/4000 110/4000 180/5000 225/5000 141 220/1480 220/1480 220/1480 350/1750 350/1750 350/1750 380/1500 450/1750 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/4 DC DC DC A A A A A 8.94 8.5 8.5 8.4 8.4 8.4 6.3 5.41 213 213 213 214 214 214 243 250 7.1 7.1 7.1 5.6 5.6 5.6 8.2 9.0 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 135 135 135 123 123 123 156 171 Apr 20 May 21 Jul 20 2-door Coupé • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 51 litres (diesel) 52 litres (petrol) • 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: Audi TT, Porsche 718 Cayman, Toyota GR86 / GR Supra 220i Coupé M Sport 220d Coupé M Sport M240i xDrive Coupé M2 Coupé auto M2 Coupé 2 Series Gran Coupé 847 590 16 980 894 706 17 920 1 163 662 23 270 1 503 975 30 040 1 513 689 30 240 4/1998 4/1995 i6/2979 i6/2979 i6/2979 P-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 135/5000 140/4000 285/5500 338/6250 338/6250 90 165 - 300/1350 400/1750 500/1800 550/2650 550/2650 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/R 6/R A A A A M 7.5 6.93 4.58 4.1 4.3 236 237 250 250 250 7.6 5.8 9.6 11.6 12.1 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 145 126 185 220 228 Oct 22 Aug 22 Oct 23 - 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 218i Gran Coupé Sport Line 218i Gran Coupé M Sport 218d Gran Coupé 218d Gran Coupé Sport Line 218d Gran Coupé M Sport M235i xDrive Gran Coupé 716 072 738 772 751 772 744 858 767 558 780 558 980 840 14 360 14 810 15 070 14 930 15 380 15 640 19 630 3/1499 3/1499 3/1499 4/1995 4/1995 4/1995 4/1998 P-T P-T P-T D-T D-T D-T P-T 3 Series / M3 103/4600 103/4600 103/4600 110/4000 110/4000 110/4000 225/5000 141 220/1480 220/1480 220/1480 350/1750 350/1750 350/1750 450/1750 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/4 DC DC DC A A A A 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.5 8.5 8.5 5.41 213 213 213 221 221 221 250 7.1 7.1 7.1 5.8 5.8 5.8 9.1 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 135 135 135 127 127 127 173 Oct 20 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: 3 Series facelifted. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4 / S4, Lexus IS, Mercedes C-Class. For M3: Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, Maserati Ghibli 318i 318i M Sport 320i 320i M Sport 320d 320d M Sport 330i M Sport M340i xDrive M3 competition M xDrive 827 894 877 894 887 894 937 894 935 768 985 768 1 008 197 1 363 207 2 095 797 16 590 17 580 17 780 18 780 18 730 19 730 20 170 27 240 41 820 4 Series Coupé / Convertible / M4 Coupé / Convertible 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1995 4/1995 4/1998 i6/2998 i6/2993 P-T P-T P-T P-T D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 115/4500 115/4500 135/5000 84 135/5000 140/4000 88 140/4000 190/5000 121 285/5800 163 375/6250 - 250/1300 250/1300 300/1350 300/1350 400/1750 400/1750 400/1550 500/1850 650/2750 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A A A 8.6 8.6 7.89 7.4 6.97 6.8 5.99 4.53 3.5 223 223 235 235 240 240 250 250 290 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8 5.8 5.8 7.8 9.6 12.2 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 147 147 147 147 133 133 149 182 232 Sep 20 Jun 19 Jul 19 May 20 - 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, Lexus RC, Mercedes E-Class Coupé/ Cabriolet, 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 420d Coupé M Sport 420i convertible M Sport M440i xDrive Coupé M440i xDrive Convertible M4 competition Coupé M xDrive M4 competition Convertible M xDrive 947 742 18 970 994 858 19 910 1 080 653 21 620 1 457 599 28 790 1 564 117 31 240 2 145 797 42 820 2 226 556 44 430 4/1998 4/1995 4/1998 i6/2998 i6/2998 i6/2993 i6/2993 P-T D-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 135/5000 140/4000 135/5000 275/5500 159 285/5800 375/6250 375/6250 - 4 Series Gran Coupé 300/1350 400/1750 300/1350 500/1900 500/1800 650/2750 650/2750 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A 7.5 7.2 8.2 4.69 4.9 3.5 3.7 240 240 236 250 250 290 280 7.7 5.8 7.9 9.4 9.8 12.2 12.5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 146 127 152 178 188 232 237 May 21 - 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 420d Gran Coupé M Sport M440i xDrive Gran Coupé 5 Series / M5 973 197 1 020 313 1 413 966 19 480 20 420 28 250 4/1998 4/1995 6/2998 P-T D-T P-T 135/5000 140/4000 285/5800 - 300/1350 400/1750 500/1900 8/R 8/R 8/4 A A A 7.9 235 7.5 233 4.7 250 7.8 5.9 9.8 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 130 187 - 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 66 litres (diesel) 68 litres (petrol) • Boot: 392/1 016 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Now even closer to 7 Series in terms of technology and driving behaviour. Bad: No 3-litre diesel option. Our choice: 520d is sufficient. Replacement due: 2023. Also look at: Audi A6 / S6, Lexus ES, Mercedes E-Class, Volvo S90 520d 520d M Sport 530i 530i M Sport M550i xDrive M5 competition 1 081 376 21 630 1 143 776 22 870 1 083 956 21 680 1 146 356 22 920 1 647 922 32 910 2 547 466 50 820 4/1995 4/1995 4/1995 4/1998 V8/4395 V8/4395 7 Series D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 140/4000 140/4000 185/5200 185/5200 390/5500 460/6000 80 - 400/1750 400/1750 350/1450 350/1450 750/1800 750/1800 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A 7.95 7.2 6.4 6.4 3.8 3.3 235 235 250 250 250 305 6.2 6.2 8.0 8.0 12.8 12.7 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 137 137 154 154 246 243 Mar 22 Jan 22 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, Lexus LS, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes S-Class, Porsche Panamera 740i Design Pure Excellence 740i M Sport 740d xDrive Design Pure Excellence 740d xDrive M Sport M760e xDrive 8 Series Coupé / Convertible / M8 Coupé / Convertible 2 237 751 44 650 2 312 751 46 140 2 358 207 47 050 2 433 207 48 540 3 090 000 61 620 i6/2998 P-T i6/2998 P-T i6/2993 D-T i6/2993 D-T i6/2998 P-T/H 280/5200 128 280/5200 259/4000 259/4000 420 - 540/1850 540/1850 670/1750 670/1750 800 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A 5.17 5.4 6.3 6.3 4.3 250 250 250 250 250 9.5 9.5 8.3 8.3 2.6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 179 179 182 182 49 Jun 23 - 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, Audi R8, Lexus LC, Mercedes-AMG SL, Porsche 911 M850i xDrive Coupé M850i xDrive Convertible M8 competition Coupé M8 competition Convertible 2 302 922 45 950 2 452 922 48 930 3 421 859 68 220 3 572 618 71 220 V8/4395 V8/4395 V8/4395 V8/4395 P-T P-T P-T P-T 8 Series Gran Coupé / M8 Gran Coupé 390/5500 197 390/5500 460/6000 460/6000 231 750/1800 750/1800 750/1800 750/1800 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A 3.93 3.9 3.2 3.83 250 250 250 250 12.5 12.7 12.5 12.8 8 8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 238 243 239 244 Oct 19 May 21 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 A7 / S7 / RS7 Sportback / S8, Porsche Panamera M850i xDrive Gran Coupé M8 competition Gran Coupé 2 252 922 44 950 3 372 466 67 240 V8/4395 V8/4395 P-T P-T 390/5500 185 460/6000 - 750/1800 750/1800 8/4 8/4 A A 4.15 250 3.2 250 12.8 12.5 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 245 239 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 Oct 20 - 105
i4 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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 i4 M50 1 293 300 1 696 200 25 850 33 870 electric electric E E 210 400 186 400 750 E/R E/4 E E i7 6.0 190 4.11 225 E E 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 Jun 23 4-door Sedan • Seats: 4/5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km 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 i7 xDrive60 M Sport 2 935 000 58 530 3 010 000 60 020 electric electric E E 400 400 - 745 745 E/4 E/4 E E 4.7 240 4.7 240 iX E E 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 - 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 iX xDrive50 iX M60 1 735 000 34 640 2 350 000 46 890 2 975 000 59 330 electric electric electric E E E 240 385 455 - 630 765 1015 E/4 E/4 E/4 E E E iX1 6.1 200 4.6 200 3.8 250 E E E 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 0 - 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 iX1 xDrive30 M Sport 1 205 000 1 245 000 24 090 24 890 electric electric E E 230 230 - 494 494 E/4 E/4 E E 5.6 180 5.6 180 iX3 E E 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 - 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 X1 E 210 101 400 E/4 E 6.68 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 Dec 22 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 X1 sDrive18i M Sport X1 sDrive18d xLine X1 sDrive18d M Sport X1 xDrive30e xLine X1 xDrive30e M Sport 788 045 828 045 815 617 855 617 1 050 000 1 090 000 15 790 16 590 16 340 17 140 21 010 21 800 3/1499 P-T 3/1499 P-T 4/1995 D-T 4/1995 D-T 3/1499 P-T/H 3/1499 P-T/H X2 115/4900 115/4900 110/3750 110/3750 240 240 - 230/1500 230/1500 360/1500 360/1500 477 477 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC DC DC DC 9.0 9.0 8.9 8.9 5.6 5.6 215 215 210 210 205 205 7.8 7.8 6.0 6.0 1.9 1.9 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 148 148 132 132 36 36 - 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: Unknown. Also look at: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q2, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA, MINI Countryman, Volvo XC40 X2 sDrive18i M Sport X2 sDrive20i M Sport X2 M35i 747 286 786 527 961 081 X3 14 980 15 760 19 240 3/1499 4/1995 4/1995 P-T P-T P-T 103/4600 141/5000 225/5000 - 220/1480 280/1350 450/1750 7/F 7/F 8/4 A A A 9.6 205 7.7 227 4.9 241 7.6 7.2 8.9 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 143 138 168 - 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 X3 sDrive18d M Sport X3 sDrive20i X3 sDrive20i M Sport X3 xDrive20d X3 xDrive20d M Sport X3 xDrive30d X3 xDrive30d M Sport X3 M40i X3 M competition 981 224 19 640 1 021 224 20 430 1 045 778 20 920 1 085 778 21 720 1 096 894 21 940 1 136 894 22 740 1 296 840 25 920 1 336 840 26 720 1 508 146 30 130 2 127 618 42 460 X4 4/1995 4/1995 4/1998 4/1998 4/1995 4/1995 i6/2993 i6/2993 i6/2998 i6/2993 D-T D-T P-T P-T D-T D-T D-T D-T P-T P-T 110/4000 110/4000 135/5000 135/5000 140/4000 140/4000 195/4000 195/4000 285/5800 375/6250 - 350/1500 350/1500 300/1350 300/1350 400/1750 400/1750 620/2000 620/2000 500/1900 650/2750 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A A A A 9.7 9.7 8.2 8.2 8.0 8.0 5.8 5.8 4.5 3.8 198 198 215 215 213 213 240 240 250 285 6.2 6.2 8.8 8.8 6.7 6.7 7.9 7.9 10.7 12.7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 136 136 166 166 147 147 173 173 204 244 - 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 X4 xDrive20d M Sport X4 M40i X4 M competition X5 1 187 894 23 750 1 227 894 24 550 1 598 146 31 920 2 217 618 44 250 4/1995 4/1995 i6/2998 i6/2993 D-T D-T P-T P-T 140/4000 140/4000 285/5800 375/6250 - 400/1750 400/1750 500/1900 600/2600 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A 8.0 8.0 4.5 3.8 213 213 250 285 6.7 6.7 10.7 12.8 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 147 147 204 244 - 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 X5 xDrive30d M Sport X5 xDrive40i X5 xDrive40i M Sport X5 xDrive50e X5 xDrive50e M Sport X5 M60i X5 M competition X6 1 706 850 1 766 850 1 737 609 1 797 609 1 880 000 1 927 000 2 116 413 3 123 842 34 080 35 280 34 690 35 890 37 530 38 460 42 240 62 290 i6/2993 D-T 219/4000 i6/2993 D-T 219/4000 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 i6/2998 P-T 280/5200 i6/2998 P-T/H 360 i6/2998 P-T/H 360 V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 V8/4395 P-T 460/6000 - 670/1500 670/1500 540/1850 540/1850 700 700 750/1800 750/1800 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A A 6.1 6.1 5.4 5.4 4.8 4.8 4.3 3.9 233 233 250 250 250 250 250 290 9.4 9.4 11.2 11.2 2.3 2.3 14.3 15.0 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 206 206 211 211 41 41 269 285 - 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 X6 xDrive40i M Sport X6 M60i X6 M competition 1 826 850 36 470 1 857 609 37 080 2 176 413 43 430 3 183 842 63 480 X7 i6/2993 i6/2998 V8/4395 V8/4395 D-T P-T P-T P-T 219/4000 280/5200 390/5500 460/6000 - 670/1500 540/1850 750/1800 750/1800 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A 6.1 5.4 4.3 3.9 233 250 250 290 9.4 11.2 14.3 15.0 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 206 211 269 285 - 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 X7 xDrive40d M Sport X7 M60i xDrive 106 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 2 017 457 2 092 457 2 426 574 40 270 41 760 48 410 i6/2993 i6/2993 V8/4395 D-T D-T P-T 259/4400 259/4400 390/5500 - 720/1750 720/1750 750/1800 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 5.9 245 5.9 245 4.7 250 9.6 9.6 16.0 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 210 210 303 -
XM 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 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. 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 Z4 480 - 800 8/4 A 4.3 250 1.9 6 S S S S S S 36 - 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 Z4 M40i 993 045 1 331 537 19 870 26 610 4/1998 i6/2998 P-T P-T 145/4500 285/5800 - 320/1450 500/1850 8/R 8/R A A BYD 6.6 240 4.1 250 7.8 8.9 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S 148 171 - www.byd.com/za Telephone: TBC Dealers: TBC 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, Mercedes EQA, Volvo EX30 Atto 3 Standard Atto 3 Extended 768 000 835 000 15 390 16 730 electric electric E E 150 150 - 310 310 E/F E/F Chery E E 7.3 160 7.3 160 E E 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 - 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, Ford EcoSport, Haval Jolion, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Suzuki Fronx / Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 LiT Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 LiT auto Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Urban Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 Comfort Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite auto Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite SE 279 900 314 900 308 900 345 900 355 900 386 900 408 900 5 680 6 370 6 250 6 990 7 190 7 810 8 240 4/1499 4/1499 4/1499 4/1499 4/1498 4/1498 4/1498 P P P P P-T P-T P-T 83/6150 83/6150 83/6150 83/6150 108/5500 108/5500 108/5500 78 138/4000 138/4000 138/4000 138/4000 210/1750 210/1750 210/1750 Tiggo 7 Pro 5/F V/F 5/F V/F 6/F V/F V/F M A M V M V V 11.5 11.5 11.5 11.5 10.0 10.0 10.73 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.2 2 2 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 167 162 167 162 167 162 162 Jun 22 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. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, 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 Tiggo 7 Pro 1.5T Executive 442 900 477 900 8 920 9 620 4/1498 4/1498 P-T P-T 108/5500 108/5500 75 210/1750 210/1750 V/F V/F Tiggo 8 Pro V V - - 8.2 8.2 4 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 168 168 Oct 22 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: Pro. 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 Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0TGDI 390T Executive 609 900 669 000 12 250 13 420 4/1598 4/1998 P-T P-T 145/5500 187/5500 - 290/1750 390/1750 Citroën 7/F 7/F DC DC 8.9 190 7.3 - 8.6 9.1 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 180 Jul 22 - www.citroen.co.za Telephone: 0860 738 472 Dealers: TBC C3 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 30 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km Good: An honest, competent budget option. Bad: Just one model for customers. Our choice: Only one model. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Suzuki Ignis C3 1.2 Feel 229 900 4 680 3/1199 P C3 Aircross 61/5750 - 115/3750 5/F M - - 6.7 2 S - - S - S 133 - 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 EcoSport, 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 C3 Aircross 1.2T Shine 429 900 454 900 8 660 9 160 3/1199 3/1199 P-T P-T C5 Aircross 81/5500 81/5500 63 205/1500 205/1500 6/F 6/F A A 10.7 184 11.74 184 7.8 7.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 146 146 Feb 20 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 C5 Aircross 1.6T Shine 633 900 683 900 12 720 13 720 4/1598 4/1598 P-T P-T 121/6000 121/6000 80 78 240/1400 240/1400 6/F 6/F Ferrari A A 10.24 189 10.77 189 9.5 9.5 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 179 179 Mar 20 May 23- 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 296 GTS 6 804 200 135 550 7 494 800 149 300 V6/2992 P-T/H 610/8000 V6/2992 P-T/H 610/8000 - 740/6250 740/6250 8/R 8/R DC DC Purosangue 2.9 330+ 2.9 330+ 7.7 7.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 153 - 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 Roma 3.3 310+ 20.8 6 S S S S S S 393 - 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 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 - 107
Fiat TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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: Club added. Also look at: For 500 hatch: MINI Hatch 3-door. For 500C Convertible: MINI Convertible 500 TwinAir Cult 265 900 5 400 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 300 900 6 090 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 328 900 6 650 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 371 900 7 510 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 509 900 10 260 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 560 900 11 270 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 580 900 11 670 4/1368 P-T 103/5000 - 230/2500 6/F DC 9.8 190 6.8 6 S S S S S S 133 - Doblò 5-door Crew Bus / MPV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 60 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Combi. Replacement due: Unknown. Also look at: Opel Combo Life, Volkswagen Caddy Doblò Cargo Maxi 1.3 Multijet Crew Cab SX 447 900 9 020 4/1248 D-T 66/4000 - 200/1500 5/F M - 161 7.8 2 S - - S - - 136 Doblò Cargo Maxi 1.6 Multijet Crew Cab SX 466 900 9 400 4/1598 D-T 77/4000 - 320/1750 6/F M - 170 8.4 2 S - - S - - 144 - Doblò Combi Maxi 1.6 Multijet SX 499 900 10 060 4/1598 D-T 77/4000 - 320/1750 6/F M - 170 8.4 4 S - S S - - 144 - 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 EcoSport 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 52 litres • Boot: 280/1 032 litres • Service Plan: Optional 4 year / 60 000 km Good: Ride and handling perfect for the city. Bad: It is no off-road vehicle. Our choice: 1.5 TDCi. Replacement due: 2023. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Haval Jolion, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Mazda CX-3, Renault Kiger / Duster, Peugeot 2008, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross EcoSport 1.5 Ambiente 311 400 6 300 3/1498 P 91/6500 - 150/4500 5/F M - - 7.7 6 S - - S S S 147 EcoSport 1.5 Ambiente auto 331 800 6 710 3/1498 P 91/6500 - 150/4500 6/F A - - 8.3 6 S - - S S S 159 - EcoSport 1.5 Ambiente Black 346 710 7 010 3/1498 P 91/6500 70 150/4500 6/F A 12.9 - 8.3 6 S - - S S S 159 Feb 22 EcoSport 1.5TDCi Ambiente 322 500 6 520 4/1499 D-T 74/3750 - 205/1750 5/F M 14.5 160 5.5 6 S - - S S S 121 - EcoSport 1.0T Trend 358 700 7 250 3/999 P-T 92/6000 - 170/1400 6/F M 12.7 181 6.5 7 S - S S S S 123 - EcoSport 1.0T Trend auto 375 300 7 580 3/999 P-T 92/6000 81 170/1400 6/F A 11.52 181 7.6 7 S - S S S S 143 Oct 18 Sep 22 EcoSport 1.0T Active 393 700 7 940 3/999 P-T 92/6000 80 170/1400 6/F A 11.96 181 7.6 7 S - S S S S 143 EcoSport 1.0T Titanium 401 600 8 100 3/999 P-T 92/6000 - 170/1400 6/F M 12.7 181 6.5 7 S S S S S S 123 - EcoSport 1.0T Titanium auto 416 900 8 400 3/999 P-T 92/6000 - 170/1400 6/F A 12.7 181 7.6 7 S S S S S S 143 - 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 848 300 16 990 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 913 400 18 290 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10/4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 - 10/R Everest 2.0 BiTurbo Sport 936 000 18 740 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 Everest 2.0 BiTurbo 4x4 Sport 1 020 300 20 420 4/1996 D-T 154/3750 - 500/1750 10x2/2-4 Everest 3.0 V6 4WD Wildtrak 1 104 600 22 090 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 Everest 3.0 V6 4WD Platinum 1 168 300 23 360 V6/2993 D-T 184/3250 - 600/1750 10x2/4 Mustang 10/4 A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 - A - - 9.0 6 S S S S S S 198 - A - - 10.2 6 S S S S S S 224 - A - - 10.2 6 S S S S S S 224 - 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, Lexus RC, Mercedes E-Class Coupé/Cabriolet, Toyota GR Supra Mustang 5.0 GT Fastback 1 139 900 22 800 V8/5038 P 330/7000 Mustang 5.0 GT/CS California Special Fastback 1 213 400 24 260 V8/5038 P 330/7000 180 - Mustang 5.0 Mach 1 Fastback 1 234 200 24 670 V8/5038 P 338/7250 - Mustang 5.0 Mach 1 Fastback auto 1 258 100 25 150 V8/5038 P 338/7250 - Mustang 5.0 GT Convertible 1 217 900 24 350 V8/5038 P 330/7000 - 529/4600 Ranger 529/4600 10/R A 4.8 250 14.8 7 S S S S S S 279 - 529/4600 10/R A 4.81 250 14.8 7 S S S S S S 279 Jan 23 529/4900 6/R M 4.8 267 16.3 7 S S S S S S 311 - 529/4900 10/R A 4.4 250 14.4 7 S S S S S S 274 - 10/R A 4.8 250 14.8 5 S S S S S S 279 - 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, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, VW Amarok 108 Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 494 400 9 950 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 M - - 8.3 6 S S O S S S 181 - Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL auto Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 4x4 513 700 565 900 10 330 11 370 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A M - - 9.0 8.5 6 6 S S S S O O S S S S S S 197 187 - Ranger 2.0 SiT Single Cab XL 4x4 auto Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 585 900 504 900 11 770 10 160 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 405/1750 6/R A M - - 9.2 8.3 6 6 S S S S O O S S S S S S 203 181 - Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL auto 524 900 10 550 4/1996 D-T 125/3500 - 405/1750 A - - 9.0 6 S S O S S S 197 - Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XL 4x4 auto Ranger 2.0 SiT SuperCab XLT Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab XLT 4x4 Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo SuperCab Wildtrak 4x4 570 100 574 500 723 400 788 300 11 450 11 540 14 510 15 800 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 154/3750 154/3750 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 405/1750 6/R 500/1750 10x2/2-4 500/1750 10x2/2-4 A A A A - - 9.2 9.0 9.0 9.0 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 203 197 195 195 - Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab 4x4 Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 510 700 555 400 556 800 10 270 11 160 11 190 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R 405/1750 6x2/2-4 405/1750 6/R M M M - - 8.3 8.5 8.3 7 7 7 S S S S S S O O O S S S S S S S S S 181 187 181 - Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL auto Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 4x4 580 500 638 100 11 660 12 810 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 - 405/1750 6/R 405/1750 6x2/2-4 A M - - 9.0 8.5 7 7 S S S S O O S S S S S S 197 187 - Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XL 4x4 auto Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XLT Ranger 2.0 SiT Double Cab XLT 4x4 Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab XLT 663 100 632 000 714 100 748 800 13 300 12 690 14 320 15 010 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T D-T D-T 125/3500 125/3500 125/3500 154/3750 - 405/1750 6x2/2-4 405/1750 6/R 405/1750 6x2/2-4 500/1750 10/R A A A A - - 9.2 9.0 9.2 8.6 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 203 197 203 188 - CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 6/R 6/R
D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T P-T Tourneo Custom 154/3750 154/3750 154/3750 154/3750 184/3250 292/5650 - 10x2/2-4 10/R 10x2/2-4 10x2/4 10x2/4 10x2/4 A A A A A A - - 9.0 8.6 9.0 9.0 10.1 13.8 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 195 188 195 195 222 262 TE ST S S S S S S 2 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in 500/1750 500/1750 500/1750 500/1750 600/1750 583/3500 BL TO UE OT H CO 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 V6/2993 V6/2996 FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) 833 800 16 700 829 800 16 620 925 000 18 520 1 013 000 20 270 1 026 400 20 540 1 184 100 23 680 A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab XLT 4x4 Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak 4x4 Ranger 2.0 BiTurbo Double Cab Wildtrak X 4WD Ranger 3.0 V6 Double Cab Wildtrak 4WD Ranger 3.0 V6 EcoBoost Double Cab Raptor 4WD PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za Oct 23 - 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 Tourneo Custom 2.2TDCi LWB Trend Tourneo Custom 2.2TDCi SWB Limited Tourneo Custom 2.0SiT LWB Trend Tourneo Custom 2.0SiT SWB Limited 706 600 735 000 794 600 796 800 843 900 14 170 14 740 15 920 15 970 16 900 4/2198 4/2198 4/2198 4/1995 4/1995 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 74/3500 92/3500 114/3500 96/3500 136/3500 55 310/1300 350/1450 385/1600 360/1500 415/1750 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M M M A A GWM 12.39 157 157 157 180 7.8 7.8 7.8 8.0 8.0 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 172 172 174 174 Feb 21 www.gwm.co.za Telephone: 011 884 8666 Dealers: 77 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, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, VW Amarok P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab SX P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab SX 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab DLX P-Series 2.0TD Single Cab DLX 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX auto P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab SX 4x4 auto P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX auto P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab DLX 4x4 auto P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LS P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LT P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LT 4x4 P-Series 2.0TD Double Cab LTD 4x4 Steed 5 413 050 8 330 469 150 9 440 443 650 8 940 499 750 10 050 444 650 8 960 487 550 9 810 497 750 10 010 535 450 10 760 473 250 9 530 515 050 10 360 525 250 10 560 562 950 11 310 526 250 10 580 577 250 11 600 598 850 12 030 653 750 13 120 694 950 13 940 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 120/3600 - 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 400/1500 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 8/R 6x2/2-4 8x2/2-4 6/R 8/R 6x2/2-4 8x2/2-4 8/R 8x2/2-4 8/R 8x2/2-4 8x2/2-4 M M M M M A M A M A M A A A A A A - - 11.5 12.1 11.5 12.1 10.8 10.8 11.3 11.3 10.8 10.8 11.3 11.3 10.8 11.4 10.8 11.4 11.4 2 2 4 4 2 2 2 2 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 259 259 259 259 259 227 259 244 259 227 259 244 219 246 219 246 246 Nov 21 - 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 Steed 5 2.0VGT Single Cab S 4WD Steed 5 2.0VGT Single Cab SX 4WD Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab SX Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab SX 4WD 299 950 330 950 344 950 382 450 415 050 6 080 6 690 6 970 7 720 8 370 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 110/4000 110/4000 110/4000 110/4000 110/4000 - 320/1400 6/R 320/1400 6x2/2-4 320/1400 6x2/2-4 320/1400 6/R 320/1400 6x2/2-4 Haval M M M M M - - 9.1 9.5 9.5 9.1 9.5 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S - - S S S S S - - 210 228 228 210 228 - 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 H6 2.0GDIT Luxury H6 2.0GDIT 4WD Luxury H6 2.0GDIT 4WD Super Luxury H6 1.5T HEV Ultra Luxury 484 750 529 350 560 950 601 750 669 950 9 750 10 640 11 270 12 080 13 440 4/1967 P-T 4/1967 P-T 4/1967 P-T 4/1967 P-T 4/1499 P-T/H 150/6000 150/6000 150/6000 150/6000 179 - 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 530 7/F 7/F 7/4 7/4 V/F H6 GT DC DC DC DC V 8.5 - 8.9 8.9 10.0 10.0 6.2 6 6 6 6 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 169 169 190 190 121 - 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 Jolion 155/6000 - 325/1500 7/4 DC - - 10.1 6 S S S S S S 193 - 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 EcoSport, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Jeep Renegade, Kia Seltos, Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Proton X50, Toyota Corolla Cross Jolion 1.5T City Jolion 1.5T Premium Jolion 1.5T Luxury Jolion 1.5T Luxury auto Jolion 1.5T Super Luxury Jolion 1.5T S Super Luxury Jolion 1.5 HEV Luxury Jolion 1.5 HEV Super Luxury 344 950 389 150 385 550 423 250 455 850 489 550 549 950 579 950 6 970 7 850 7 780 8 530 9 180 9 850 11 050 11 650 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 4/1499 4/1499 4/1499 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P/H P/H 105/5600 105/5600 105/5600 105/5600 105/5600 130/5500 140 140 - 210/2000 210/2000 210/2000 210/2000 210/2000 270/1500 375 375 6/F 7/F 6/F 7/F 7/F 7/F V/F V/F Honda M DC M DC DC DC V V - - 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0 6.0 6.0 4 4 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 186 172 186 186 173 115 115 Sep 21 Oct 23 - 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 Amaze 1.2 Comfort Amaze 1.2 Comfort auto 236 600 253 600 272 600 4 810 5 150 5 530 4/1199 4/1199 4/1199 P P P 66/6000 66/6000 66/6000 71 - 110/4800 110/4800 110/4800 Ballade 5/F 5/F V/F M M V 12.3 160 12.25 160 13.5 160 6.7 6.7 6.8 2 2 2 S S S - - S S S - S S S 133 133 135 Dec 18 - 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 Ballade 1.5 Elegance Ballade 1.5 RS 380 500 416 500 450 500 7 680 8 400 9 070 4/1498 4/1498 4/1498 P P P 89/6600 89/6600 89/6600 - 145/4500 145/4500 145/4500 V/F V/F V/F V V V - - 6.6 6.6 6.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 131 131 131 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 Aug 21 109
BR-V 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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 BR-V 1.5 Comfort BR-V 1.5 Comfort auto BR-V 1.5 Elegance 389 900 419 900 444 900 469 900 7 870 8 460 8 960 9 460 4/1498 4/1498 4/1498 4/1498 Civic P P P P 89/6600 89/6600 89/6600 89/6600 - 145/4300 145/4300 145/4300 145/4300 6/F 6/F V/F V/F M M V V - - 8.2 8.2 7.6 7.6 4 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 163 163 151 151 - 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 Civic Type R 699 900 979 000 14 040 19 590 4/1498 4/1996 P-T P-T 131/6000 235/6500 - CR-V 240/1700 420/2600 V/F 6/F V M 8.3 200 5.5 272 7.4 10.1 6 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S 144 198 - 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: Facelifted. 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 CR-V 2.0 Elegance CR-V 1.5T Executive CR-V 1.5T Exclusive AWD 601 100 666 100 755 900 838 900 12 070 13 360 15 150 16 800 4/1997 4/1997 4/1498 4/1498 P P P-T P-T 113/6500 113/6500 140/5600 140/5600 - 189/4300 189/4300 240/2000 240/2000 V/F V/F V/F V/4 V V V V 11.2 11.2 9.3 9.4 192 192 200 200 8.8 8.8 8.0 8.5 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 173 173 159 170 - 5-door Hatch • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km Fit Good: Refined ride, perceived build quality. Bad: Styling might not be to everyone’s taste. Our choice: Elegance. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Fiat Tipo, Hyundai i20, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo. For Hybrid: Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid Fit 1.5 Comfort 355 600 7 180 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S - S S S S 132 - Fit 1.5 Elegance 400 600 8 080 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 Executive 430 600 8 680 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 6.6 6 S S S S S S 132 Oct 21 Fit 1.5 Hybrid e.HEV 519 900 10 450 4/1498 P/H 80 - 253 V/F V 10.46 175 4.4 6 S S S S S S 88 Mar 22 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, 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 499 900 10 060 4/1498 P 89/6600 - 145/4300 V/F V - - 7.2 4 S - S S S S 144 - HR-V 1.5 Executive 599 900 12 050 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, Ford EcoSport, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Suzuki Fronx, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen T-Cross 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 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Boot: 224/1 088 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km Creta 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, Ford EcoSport, 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 Creta 1.5 Premium auto Creta 1.5 Executive 448 900 468 900 509 900 9 040 9 440 10 260 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 P P P 84/6300 84/6300 84/6300 - 144/4500 144/4500 144/4500 Grand Creta 6/F V/F V/F M V V 12.0 170 11.8 170 11.8 170 7.8 7.6 7.6 2 2 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 143 143 - 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 7 • Fuel tank: 50 litres • Service Plan: 4 year / 60 000 km FACELIFT 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 Grand Creta 2.0 Executive auto Grand Creta 2.0 Elite Grand Creta 1.5D Executive 497 900 542 900 595 900 562 900 10 020 10 910 11 970 11 310 4/1999 4/1999 4/1999 4/1493 P P P D-T 117/6500 117/6500 117/6500 84/4000 - Grand Creta 1.5D Elite 616 900 12 390 4/1493 D-T 84/4000 60 Grand i10 191/4500 191/4500 191/4500 250/1500 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M A A A 250/1500 6/F A 9.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 190 190 190 190 10.2 10.7 10.7 7.8 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 170 170 148 - 12.85 190 7.8 6 S S S S S S 148 Aug 22 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 229 900 4 680 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 264 900 5 380 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 269 900 5 480 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 279 900 5 680 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 309 900 6 270 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 279 900 5 680 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 309 900 6 270 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, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo i20 1.2 Motion 318 900 6 450 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 333 900 6 750 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 350 900 7 090 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 378 900 7 650 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 410 900 8 280 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 446 900 9 000 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 110 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 811 900 16 270 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
Kona 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 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, 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 509 900 10 260 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 Executive 552 900 11 110 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 1.6T N Line 641 900 12 880 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 811 900 16 270 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 1 121 900 22 440 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 1 121 900 22 440 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: Facelifted. Also look at: Ford Everest, Isuzu mu-X, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-60, Peugeot 5008, Toyota Fortuner Staria Santa Fe 2.2D Executive 892 900 17 880 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 1 004 900 20 110 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) 1 046 900 20 950 4/2151 D-T 148/3800 - 440/1750 8/4 DC 9.0 205 9.5 6 S S S S S S 162 - 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: New. 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 869 900 17 420 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 881 900 17 660 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 1 004 900 20 110 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 1 208 900 24 170 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 572 900 11 510 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 626 900 12 580 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 697 900 14 000 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 764 900 15 330 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 799 900 16 030 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, Ford EcoSport, 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 314 900 6 370 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 379 900 7 670 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 Venue 1.0T Fluid Venue 1.0T Fluid auto Venue 1.0T N Line 419 900 414 900 456 900 483 900 8 460 8 360 9 200 9 740 3/998 3/998 3/998 3/998 P-T P-T P-T P-T 88/6000 88/6000 88/6000 88/6000 76 - 172/1500 172/1500 172/1500 172/1500 7/F 6/F 7/F 7/F DC M DC DC 11.4 11.5 11.4 11.4 8.3 7.8 8.3 8.3 2 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 138 134 138 138 Mar 20 - 180 180 180 180 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 Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster Double Cab 1 717 100 Grenadier 3.0T Quartermaster D/Cab Trialmaster Ed 1 862 100 Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster D/C Trialmaster Ed 1 862 100 Grenadier 3.0T Quartermaster D/C Fieldmaster Ed 1 862 100 Grenadier 3.0TD Quartermaster D/C Fieldmaster Ed 1 862 100 34 290 34 290 37 170 37 170 37 170 37 170 i6/2998 i6/2993 i6/2998 i6/2993 i6/2998 i6/2993 P-T D-T P-T D-T P-T D-T 210/4750 183/3250 210/4750 183/3250 210/4750 183/3250 - 450/1750 550/1250 450/1750 550/1250 450/1750 550/1250 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 A A A A A A Grenadier Station Wagon 8.8 9.8 8.8 9.8 8.8 9.8 160 160 160 160 160 160 15.4 11.2 15.4 11.2 15.4 11.2 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 300 247 300 247 300 247 - 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 Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon Grenadier 3.0T Station Wagon Trialmaster Edition Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon Trialmaster Edition Grenadier 3.0T Station Wagon Fieldmaster Edition Grenadier 3.0TD Station Wagon Fieldmaster Edition 1 717 100 1 717 100 1 862 100 1 862 100 1 862 100 1 862 100 34 290 34 290 37 170 37 170 37 170 37 170 i6/2998 i6/2993 i6/2998 i6/2993 i6/2998 i6/2993 P-T D-T P-T D-T P-T D-T 210/4750 183/3250 210/4750 183/3250 210/4750 183/3250 - 450/1750 550/1250 450/1750 550/1250 450/1750 550/1250 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 Isuzu A A A A A A 8.8 9.8 8.8 9.8 8.8 9.8 160 160 160 160 160 160 15.4 11.2 15.4 11.2 15.4 11.2 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 300 247 300 247 300 247 - 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: Still new. Also look at: GWM Steed, JAC T6, Mahindra Pik Up D-Max Gen 6 250c Single Cab D-Max Gen 6 250c Single Cab Fleetside D-Max Gen 6 250 Single Cab Fleetside safety D-Max Gen 6 250 Double Cab Hi-Ride D-Max Gen 6 250 Double Cab Hi-Ride auto D-Max 357 300 386 200 414 100 522 200 544 000 7 220 7 790 8 350 10 500 10 930 4/2499 4/2499 4/2499 4/2499 4/2499 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 58/3900 58/3900 100/3400 100/3400 100/3400 - 176/1800 176/1800 320/1800 320/1800 320/1800 5/R 5/R 5/R 5/R 5/R M M M M A - - 9.5 9.5 9.1 9.2 9.7 2 2 2 2 2 S S S - - S S S S S S S S S 208 208 199 203 214 - 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/C LS 4X4. Replacement due: Arctic Trucks AT35 added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, JAC T8, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L auto D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L 4x4 D-Max 1.9TD Single Cab L 4x4 auto D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab L D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab LS D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab LS auto D-Max 3.0TD Extended Cab LSE D-Max 3.0TD Extended Cab LSE 4x4 431 800 451 500 470 000 551 800 569 400 469 800 484 900 520 200 541 000 643 100 724 500 8 700 9 090 9 460 11 090 11 440 9 460 9 760 10 460 10 870 12 910 14 530 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/2999 4/2999 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 140/3600 140/3600 - 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6x2/2-4 350/1800 6x2/2-4 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 450/1600 6/R 450/1600 6x2/2-4 M M A M A M M M A A A - - 8.8 8.5 8.9 8.5 8.9 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.8 9.5 9.5 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 190 186 193 186 193 186 186 186 192 208 208 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 - 111
D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L auto D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab L 4x4 D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS auto D-Max 1.9TD Double Cab LS 4x4 D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LS 4x4 auto D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LSE D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab LSE 4x4 D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab V-Cross D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab V-Cross 4x4 D-Max 3.0TD Double Cab AT35 4x4 526 900 546 200 627 500 567 800 586 000 684 100 734 300 752 400 779 100 830 500 827 900 879 200 1 120 620 10 590 10 980 12 600 11 410 11 770 13 720 14 720 15 080 15 610 16 640 16 590 17 610 22 410 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/1898 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 110/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 64 - 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 450/1600 450/1600 450/1600 450/1600 450/1600 450/1600 450/1600 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 mu-X M A M M A M M A A A A A A 10.42 - - 8.8 8.8 8.9 8.8 8.8 8.8 9.8 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.7 10.2 2 2 2 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY S S S S S S S S S S S S S 190 192 193 190 192 190 214 208 208 208 208 212 224 Sep 22 - 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 mu-X 3.0TD LS mu-X 3.0TD LS 4x4 mu-X 3.0TD LSE mu-X 3.0TD LSE 4x4 mu-X 3.0TD Onyx 4x4 708 000 800 000 885 000 842 800 927 700 960 600 14 200 16 030 17 720 16 880 18 570 19 230 4/1898 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 4/2999 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 110/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 140/3600 - 350/1800 6/R 450/1600 6/R 450/1600 6x2/2-4 450/1600 6/R 450/1600 6x2/2-4 450/1600 6x2/2-4 A A A A A A - - 8.4 9.1 9.1 9.1 9.1 9.1 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S JAC S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 185 199 200 199 200 200 Nov 23 - 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 T6 2.8TDi Double Cab Lux T6 2.8TDi Double Cab 4WD Lux 354 900 369 900 419 900 7 170 7 470 8 460 4/1997 4/2771 4/2771 P D-T D-T 108/6000 68/3600 68/3600 - T8 190/3000 5/R 210/1800 5/R 210/1800 6x2/2-4 M M M - 145 - 9.5 12.6 2 2 2 S S S - S S S S S S - S S S 184 244 - Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 76 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Untested. Bad: Untested. Our choice: Only one engine model. Replacement due: Facelifted. Super Lux added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max Gen 6 / D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux T8 2.0CTi Double Cab Super Lux T8 2.0CTi Double Cab 4WD Super Lux 449 900 499 900 9 060 10 060 4/1999 4/1999 D-T D-T 104/3600 104/3600 - 320/1600 6/R 320/1600 6x2/2-4 Jaguar M M - 150 - 150 9.4 9.4 2 2 S S - S S S S S S S S 199 199 - 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 E-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE E-Pace P300e AWD R-Dynamic SE E-Pace P300e AWD R-Dynamic HSE F-Pace 1 187 900 1 259 600 1 613 000 1 681 900 23 750 25 180 32 210 33 590 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 430/1750 430/1750 540/2000 540/2000 9/4 9/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A 8.4 8.4 6.5 6.5 211 211 216 216 6.4 6.4 2.4 2.4 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 155 155 48 48 - 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. P400 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 F-Pace D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE F-Pace D300 AWD R-Dynamic SE F-Pace D300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE F-Pace P400e AWD R-Dynamic SE F-Pace P400e AWD R-Dynamic HSE F-Pace SVR 1 480 100 29 570 1 545 600 30 870 1 544 000 30 840 1 610 600 32 170 1 979 800 39 520 2 039 500 40 700 2 176 000 43 420 4/1997 D-T 150/4250 4/1997 D-T 150/4250 76.5 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 i6/2996 D-T 221/4000 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 V8/5000 P-S 405/6250 - F-Type 430/1750 430/1750 650/1500 650/1500 640/1500 640/1500 700/3500 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A 8.0 8.2 6.4 6.4 5.3 5.3 4.0 210 210 230 230 240 240 286 6.2 6.2 8.3 8.3 2.9 2.9 14.6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 156 156 183 183 62 62 272 Feb 22 Jan 22 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 RC / LC, Porsche 718 Cayman / 718 Boxster / 911 F-Type 75 Coupé F-Type R75 Coupé 2 105 600 42 020 3 009 900 60 020 V8/5000 V8/5000 P-S P-S 331/6000 423/6500 - 580/2500 700/3500 I-Pace 8/4 8/4 A A 4.6 285 3.7 300 13.0 12.4 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 252 241 - 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 2 455 000 48 980 electric E 294 - 696 Jeep E/4 E 4.8 200 www.jeep.co.za Gladiator E 6 S S S S S Telephone: 0800 2479 7537 S 0 - Dealers: 24 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 Grand Cherokee 1 329 900 26 580 V6/3604 P 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A - - 14.9 4 S S S S S S 288 - 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 Grand Cherokee 3.6 4x4 Overland Grand Cherokee 3.6 4x4 Summit Reserve Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Limited Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Overland Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Summit Reserve 112 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 1 356 900 1 570 900 1 770 900 1 376 900 1 590 900 1 790 900 27 120 31 380 35 360 27 510 31 770 35 760 V6/3604 V6/3604 V6/3604 V6/3604 V6/3604 V6/3604 P P P P P P 210/6400 210/6400 210/6400 210/6400 210/6400 210/6400 92 - 344/4000 344/4000 344/4000 344/4000 344/4000 344/4000 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A 9.35 - - 11.9 11.9 11.9 12.7 12.7 12.7 8 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 263 263 263 243 243 243 Dec 22 -
Renegade 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 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 Renegade 1.4T Limited Wrangler 510 900 560 900 10 280 11 270 4/1368 4/1368 P-T P-T 103/5500 103/5500 - 230/1750 230/1750 6/F 6/F DC DC 11.0 181 11.0 181 7.1 7.1 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S 137 137 - 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 Wrangler Unlimited 3.6 Sport Wrangler Unlimited 3.6 Rubicon 1 049 900 21 000 999 900 20 010 1 099 900 22 000 V6/3604 V6/3604 V6/3604 P P P 209/6400 209/6400 209/6400 - 347/4100 8x2/2-4 347/4100 8x2/2-4 347/4100 8x2/2-4 A A A Kia 7.5 180 7.8 180 7.8 180 12.1 11.6 12.4 4 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 235 225 239 - 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 Carnival 2.2CRDi EX+ Carnival 2.2CRDi SX Limited Carnival 2.2CRDi SXL 869 995 949 995 1 069 995 1 094 995 17 420 19 020 21 400 21 900 4/2151 4/2151 4/2151 4/2151 D-T D-T D-T D-T 148/3800 148/3800 148/3800 148/3800 - 440/1750 440/1750 440/1750 440/1750 Pegas 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/F A A A A 10.7 10.7 10.7 10.7 190 190 190 190 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 177 177 177 177 - 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 Pegas 1.4 EX Pegas 1.4 EX auto 270 995 281 995 296 995 5 500 5 720 6 020 4/1368 4/1368 4/1368 P P P 69/6000 69/6000 69/6000 - Picanto 132/4000 132/4000 132/4000 5/F 5/F 4/F M M A - 170 - 170 - 170 6.8 6.8 7.2 2 2 2 S S S - S S S S S - S S S 135 135 143 - 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 Picanto 1.0 Start auto Picanto 1.0 Street Picanto 1.0 Street auto Picanto 1.0 Style Picanto 1.0 Style auto Picanto 1.2 Street Picanto 1.2 Street auto Picanto 1.2 Style Picanto 1.2 Style auto Picanto 1.2 X-Line Picanto 1.2 X-Line auto 219 995 233 995 233 995 247 995 243 995 257 995 242 995 256 995 252 995 266 995 269 995 283 995 Rio 4 480 4 760 4 760 5 040 4 960 5 240 4 940 5 220 5 140 5 420 5 480 5 760 3/998 3/998 3/998 3/998 3/998 3/998 4/1248 4/1248 4/1248 4/1248 4/1248 4/1248 P P P P P P P P P P P P 49/5500 49/5500 49/5500 49/5500 49/5000 49/5000 61/6000 61/6000 61/6000 61/6000 61/6000 61/6000 - 95/3750 95/3750 95/3750 95/3750 95/3750 95/3750 122/4000 122/4000 122/4000 122/4000 122/4000 122/4000 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F M A M A M A M A M A M A - 155 155 155 155 155 155 170 170 170 170 170 160 6.0 6.4 6.0 6.4 6.0 6.4 6.0 7.1 6.0 7.1 6.0 7.1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S 118 126 118 126 118 126 116 138 116 138 116 138 - 5-door Hatch • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 45 litres • Boot: 248/872 • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km (1.2 LS) 4 year / 60 000 km (1.4 models) Good: Looks great. Well equipped. Bad: Weak engines. Our choice: 1.4 EX. Replacement due: To be discontinued in 2023. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo Rio 1.2 LS Rio 1.4 LS Rio 1.4 LS auto Rio 1.4 LX Rio 1.4 LX auto Rio 1.4 EX Rio 1.4 EX auto Rio 1.4 Tec Rio 1.4 Tec auto 319 995 333 995 350 995 348 995 365 995 361 995 378 995 386 995 403 995 6 470 6 750 7 090 7 050 7 390 7 310 7 650 7 810 8 150 4/1248 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 4/1396 P P P P P P P P P Seltos 61/6000 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 73/6300 - 120/4000 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 135/4200 5/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M M A M A M A M A 12.9 11.5 12.9 11.5 12.9 11.5 12.9 11.5 12.9 170 176 175 176 175 176 175 176 175 6.8 7.0 7.4 7.0 7.4 7.0 7.4 7.0 7.4 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 135 137 148 137 148 137 148 137 148 - 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: CRDi diesel models added. Also look at: BAIC Beijing X55, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford EcoSport, 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 Seltos 1.6 EX auto Seltos 1.6 EX+ Seltos 1.5CRDi EX Seltos 1.5CRDi EX auto Seltos 1.5CRDi EX+ Seltos 1.4T-GDI GT Line 440 995 458 995 476 995 470 995 488 995 506 995 536 995 8 880 9 240 9 600 9 480 9 840 10 200 10 790 4/1591 4/1591 4/1591 4/1493 4/1493 4/1493 4/1353 P P P D-T D-T D-T P-T 90/6300 90/6300 90/6300 86/4000 86/4000 86/4000 103/6000 71 80 151/4850 151/4850 151/4850 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 242/1500 Sonet 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 7/F M A A M A A DC 11.2 11.2 12.65 11.5 11.5 11.5 9.57 175 175 175 176 176 176 189 8.3 8.6 8.6 6.1 6.8 6.8 7.6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 157 164 164 134 151 151 143 May 20 Mar 20 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 Sonet 1.5 LX auto Sonet 1.5 EX Sonet 1.5 EX auto Sonet 1.0T EX Sonet 1.0T EX+ 338 995 359 995 358 995 379 995 401 995 431 995 6 850 7 270 7 250 7 670 8 110 8 700 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 4/1497 3/998 3/998 P P P P P-T P-T 85/6300 85/6300 85/6300 85/6300 88/6000 88/6000 78 - 144/4500 144/4500 144/4500 144/4500 172/1500 172/1500 Sorento 6/F V/F 6/F V/F 7/F 7/F M V M V DC DC 11.3 11.8 11.3 11.8 11.3 11.3 170 170 170 170 185 185 8.4 8.6 8.4 8.6 7.2 7.2 2 2 2 2 2 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 160 163 160 163 137 137 Feb 22 - 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+ Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD EX+ Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD SX Sorento 2.2CRDi AWD SXL 879 995 919 995 984 995 1 064 995 17 620 18 420 19 710 21 310 4/2151 4/2151 4/2151 4/2151 D-T D-T D-T D-T 148/3800 148/3800 148/3800 148/3800 - 440/1750 440/1750 440/1750 440/1750 8/F 8/4 8/4 8/4 Sportage DC DC DC DC 10.7 10.7 10.7 10.7 190 190 190 190 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 177 177 177 177 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 54 litres • Service Plan: 6 year / 90 000 km Good: Strong value. Bad: Very little. Replacement due: New. CRDi diesel added. 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 1.6T-GDi LX Sportage 1.6CRDi LX Sportage 1.6T-GDi EX Sportage 1.6CRDi EX Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line Plus 585 995 609 995 639 995 663 995 695 995 723 995 11 770 12 250 12 850 13 320 13 960 14 520 4/1598 4/1598 4/1598 4/1598 4/1598 4/1598 P-T D-T P-T D-T P-T P-T 132/5500 100/4000 132/5500 100/4000 132/5500 132/5500 - 265/1500 320/2000 265/1500 320/2000 265/1500 265/1500 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC DC DC DC 8.8 11.4 8.8 11.4 8.8 8.8 201 180 201 180 201 201 7.8 5.9 7.8 5.9 7.8 7.8 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 129 149 129 149 149 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 - 113
14 990 15 650 100/4000 132/5500 - Lamborghini Huracán 320/2000 265/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC 11.4 180 8.8 201 5.9 7.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S D-T P-T GE AR S 4/1598 4/1598 TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / 747 995 780 995 EN GIN E Sportage 1.6CRDi GT Line Plus Sportage 1.6T-GDi GT Line S HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 129 149 - www.johannesburg.lamborghini Telephone: 010 020 3680 Dealers: 1 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 Huracán Evo RWD Spyder Huracán Tecnica Huracán Sterrato Huracán STO 5 200 000 6 750 000 5 800 000 6 625 000 8 750 000 103 620 134 470 115 560 131 990 174 290 V10/5204 V10/5204 V10/5204 V10/5204 V10/5204 P P P P P Revuelto 449/8000 449/8000 470/8000 449/8000 470/8000 - 560/6500 560/6500 565/6500 560/6500 565/6500 7/R 7/R 7/R 7/4 7/R DC DC DC DC DC 3.3 3.5 3.2 3.4 3.0 325 324 325 260 310 16.6 16.7 17.4 17.9 16.7 4 4 4 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S O O O O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 330 335 328 337 331 - 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 DBS, McLaren 750S/765LT Revuelto 12 800 000 254 910 Urus V12/6499 P/H 747/9250 - 725+e/6750 8/4 DC 2.5 350+ TBA 4 S S S S S S TBA - 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 GLE63 S, Porsche Cayenne turbo GT Urus S Urus Performante 4 550 000 90 680 4 950 000 98 640 V8/3996 V8/3996 P-T P-T 490/6000 490/6000 - 850/2300 850/2250 Land Rover Defender 8/4 8/4 A A 3.5 305 3.3 306 16.9 16.9 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 320 320 - www.landrover.co.za Telephone: 0860 110 090 Dealers: 31 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 / Defender 130: Ineos Grenadier, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited / Grand Cherokee L, Mercedes-Benz G-Class Defender 90 D250 SE Defender 90 D300 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 90 P400 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 90 D300 X Defender 90 P400 X Defender 90 V8 Defender 90 V8 Carpathian Edition 1 515 100 30 270 1 777 500 35 490 1 826 400 36 460 1 915 800 38 240 1 956 000 39 040 2 773 400 55 310 2 882 600 57 490 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 V8/5000 V8/5000 Defender 110 D250 SE Defender 110 D250 SE County Defender 110 D250 XS Edition Defender 110 D300 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 110 P400 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 110 P400e X-Dynamic HSE Defender 110 D300 X Defender 110 P400 X Defender 110 P400e X Defender 110 V8 Defender 110 V8 Carpathian Edition 1 546 700 1 565 900 1 637 500 1 812 400 1 859 200 2 135 900 1 981 400 2 033 600 2 198 900 2 899 000 3 009 400 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 i6/2997 D-T 183/4000 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 i6/2997 D-T 221/4000 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 4/1997 P-T/H 297/5500 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 V8/5000 P-S 386/6000 Defender 130 D300 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 130 P400 X-Dynamic HSE Defender 130 P400 Outbound Defender 130 D300 X Defender 130 P400 X Defender 130 V8 1 935 500 38 630 1 981 500 39 550 1 967 400 39 270 2 102 300 41 950 2 154 900 43 000 3 015 700 60 140 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 V8/5000 Discovery 30 890 31 280 32 700 36 180 37 120 42 620 39 550 40 590 43 880 57 810 60 010 D-T D-T P-T D-T P-T P-S P-S D-T P-T P-T D-T P-T P-S 183/4000 221/4000 294/5500 221/4000 294/5500 386/6000 152 386/6000 - 221/4000 294/5500 294/5500 221/4000 294/5500 368/6000 570/1250 8x2/4 650/1500 8x2/4 550/2000 8x2/4 650/1500 8x2/4 550/2000 8x2/4 625/2500 8x2/4 625/2500 8x2/4 A A A A A A A 8.0 6.7 6.0 6.7 6.0 5.37 5.2 188 191 191 191 191 240 240 10.0 9.6 11.9 9.6 11.9 15.4 15.4 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 218 209 225 209 225 295 295 Jan 23 - - 570/1250 570/1250 570/1250 650/1500 550/2000 640 650/1500 550/2000 640 625/2500 625/2500 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 A A A A A A A A A A A 8.3 8.3 8.3 7.0 6.1 5.6 7.0 6.4 5.6 5.4 5.4 188 188 188 191 191 191 191 191 191 240 240 10.0 10.0 10.0 9.6 11.9 3.4 9.6 11.9 3.4 15.4 15.4 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 218 218 218 209 226 64 209 226 64 295 295 Dec 21 - - 650/1500 550/2000 550/2000 650/1500 550/2000 610/2500 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 A A A A A A 7.5 6.6 6.6 7.5 6.6 5.7 191 191 191 191 191 240 9.8 12.6 12.6 9.8 12.6 15.4 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 216 235 235 216 235 295 - 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 Discovery P360 S Discovery D300 Dynamic SE Discovery P360 Dynamic SE Discovery D300 Dynamic HSE Discovery P360 Dynamic HSE Discovery D300 Metropolitan Edition Discovery P360 Metropolitan Edition Discovery Sport 1 772 300 1 773 200 1 911 500 1 912 400 2 028 200 2 029 200 2 109 300 2 110 200 35 390 35 400 38 160 38 170 40 480 40 500 42 090 42 110 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 i6/2996 D-T P-T D-T P-T D-T P-T D-T P-T 221/4000 265/5500 221/4000 265/5500 221/4000 265/5500 221/4000 265/5500 - 650/1500 8(x2)/4 500/1750 8x2/4 650/1500 8(x2)/4 500/1750 8x2/4 650/1500 8x2/4 500/1750 8x2/4 650/1500 8x2/4 500/1750 8x2/4 A A A A A A A A 6.8 6.5 6.8 6.5 6.8 6.5 6.8 6.5 209 209 209 209 209 209 209 209 8.9 11.2 8.9 11.2 8.9 11.2 9.4 11.2 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 205 210 205 210 205 210 205 210 - 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 Discovery Sport P300e Dynamic SE Discovery Sport D200 Dynamic HSE Discovery Sport P300e Dynamic HSE Range Rover 1 305 400 26 090 1 715 000 34 240 1 363 400 27 250 1 798 200 35 900 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 4/1997 D-T 147/3750 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 430/1750 540/2000 430/1750 540/2000 9/4 8/4 9/4 8/4 A A A A 8.6 6.6 8.6 6.6 209 209 209 209 7.3 2.0 7.3 2.0 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 161 33 161 33 - 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: __. 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 P460e SE Range Rover P460e SE L Range Rover D350 HSE Range Rover P460e HSE Range Rover P460e HSE L Range Rover P530 HSE Range Rover D350 Autobiography Range Rover D350 Autobiography L Range Rover D350 Autobiography L 7 seats Range Rover P460e Autobiography Range Rover P460e Autobiography L Range Rover P530 Autobiography Range Rover P530 Autobiography L 114 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 3 187 700 3 226 100 3 246 100 3 315 500 3 417 000 3 615 700 3 760 900 3 853 700 3 887 500 3 829 600 3 929 200 4 156 300 4 253 800 63 560 64 330 64 720 66 100 68 130 72 080 74 970 76 820 77 490 76 340 78 320 82 840 84 780 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 V8/4395 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 i6/2997 V8/4395 V8/4395 P-T/H P-T/H D-T P-T/H P-T/H P-T D-T D-T D-T P-T/H P-T/H P-T P-T 338/5500 338/5500 258/4000 338/5500 338/5500 390/5500 258/4000 258/4000 258/4000 338/5500 338/5500 390/5500 145 390/5500 - 550/2000 550/2000 700/1500 550/2000 550/2000 750/1800 700/1500 700/1500 700/1500 550/2000 550/2000 750/1800 750/1800 8/4 8/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 A A A A A A A A A A A A A 5.7 5.8 6.1 5.5 5.6 4.6 6.1 6.3 6.4 5.5 5.6 5.59 4.7 225 225 234 225 225 250 234 234 234 225 225 250 250 8.9 TBA TBA 14.2 8.9 8.9 8.9 TBA TBA 14.2 14.2 6 6 8 6 6 6 8 8 8 6 6 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 21 21 196 21 21 275 196 196 196 21 21 275 275 Apr 23 -
Range Rover Evoque 4.8 6.1 6.3 5.6 4.3 4.4 S S S S S S S S S S S S 250 234 234 225 261 261 14.2 8.9 8.9 TBA 14.0 14.2 8 8 8 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S TE ST A A A A A A 2 BL TO UE OT H CO GE AR S 750/1800 8x2/4 700/1500 8x2/4 700/1500 8x2/4 550/2000 8x2/4 750/1800 8x2/4 750/1800 8x2/4 A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P - 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S V8/4395 P-T 390/5500 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 V8/4395 P-T 452/5850 V8/4395 P-T 452/5850 TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) 4 289 300 85 490 4 376 700 87 230 4 850 700 96 670 4 923 900 98 120 4 797 100 95 600 5 295 900 105 530 TR AN S Range Rover P530 Autobiography L 7 seats Range Rover D350 SV Range Rover D350 SV L Range Rover P460e SV L Range Rover P615 SV Range Rover P615 SV L PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 275 196 196 21 266 268 - 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 Range Rover Evoque D200 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Evoque D200 Autobiography Range Rover Evoque P300e Dynamic SE Range Rover Evoque P300e Dynamic HSE 1 258 100 25 150 1 310 900 26 200 1 422 200 28 420 1 647 900 32 910 1 702 000 33 990 Range Rover Sport 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 4/1997 D-T 146/3750 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 3/1497 P-T/H 227/5500 - 430/1750 430/1750 430/1750 540/2000 540/2000 9/4 9/4 9/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A 8.5 8.5 8.5 6.4 6.4 213 213 213 213 213 7.0 7.0 7.0 2.4 2.4 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 149 149 43 43 - 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 Range Rover Sport P400 Dynamic SE Range Rover Sport P460e Dynamic SE Range Rover Sport D350 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Sport P400 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Sport P460e Dynamic HSE Range Rover Sport D350 Autobiography Range Rover Sport P400 Autobiography Range Rover Sport P635 SV Edition One Range Rover Velar 2 283 700 45 570 2 287 200 45 640 2 694 400 53 740 2 413 600 48 150 2 420 700 48 290 2 745 600 54 760 2 482 500 49 520 2 511 700 50 100 3 965 000 79 030 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 i6/2996 P-T 294/5500 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 i6/2997 P-T/H 338/5500 i6/2997 D-T 258/4000 i6/2997 P-T 294/5500 V8/4395 P-T 467/6000 - 700/1500 550/2000 550/2000 700/1500 550/2000 550/2000 700/1500 550/2000 750/1800 8(x2)/4 8(x2)/4 8x2/4 8(x2)/4 8/4 8x2/4 8(x2)/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A A A 5.9 5.7 5.6 5.9 5.7 5.6 5.9 5.7 3.8 234 242 225 234 242 225 234 242 290 8.9 11.3 TBA 8.9 11.3 TBA 8.9 11.3 14 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 196 219 37 196 219 37 196 219 267 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 62 litres (D200) 68 litres (D300) 69 litres (P400e) 83 litres (P340) • 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 Range Rover Velar D200 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Velar D300 Dynamic SE Range Rover Velar D300 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Velar D300 Autobiography Range Rover Velar P340 Dynamic HSE Range Rover Velar P400e Dynamic SE Range Rover Velar P400e Dynamic HSE 1 660 600 1 807 000 1 846 800 1 976 800 2 089 300 1 953 800 2 083 000 2 195 400 33 160 36 080 36 870 39 460 41 700 39 000 41 570 43 810 4/1998 D-T 146/4250 4/1998 D-T 146/4250 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 i6/2998 D-T 221/4000 i6/2997 P-T 250/5500 4/1998 P-T/H 297/5500 4/1998 P-T/H 297/5500 - 430/1750 430/1750 650/1500 650/1500 650/1500 480/1500 640/1500 640/1500 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 Lexus A A A A A A A A 8.3 8.3 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.3 5.4 5.4 210 210 230 230 230 240 209 209 7.1 7.1 8.8 8.8 8.8 10.9 2.6 2.6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 156 156 193 193 193 206 51 51 - 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 ES 300h EX ES 300h SE 818 300 880 400 1 083 500 16 390 17 630 21 670 4/2494 4/2494 4/2494 P P/H P/H IS 152/6600 160 160 95 - 243/4000 221+e 221+e 8/F V/F V/F A V V 9.20 210 8.9 180 8.9 180 7.9 5.5 5.5 10 10 10 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 150 104 104 Dec 18 - 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 IS 300h SE IS 300h F Sport 1 000 100 1 069 700 1 099 500 20 010 21 400 21 990 LC 4/2494 4/2494 4/2494 P/H P/H P/H 164 164 164 - 221+e 221+e 221+e V/R V/R V/R V V V 8.7 200 8.7 200 8.7 200 6.2 6.2 6.2 10 10 10 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 122 122 122 Oct 21 - 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 2+2 • Fuel tank: 82 litres • Boot: 168 litres (Coupé) • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km Good: Design and free-revving, naturally-aspirated V8 engine. Bad: Weight slightly dims performance. Our choice: Coupé. Replacement due: Convertible added. Also look at: BMW 8 Series Coupé / Convertible, Jaguar F-Type, Mercedes-AMG SL, Porsche 911 LC 500 Coupé LC 500 Convertible 2 515 400 2 666 600 50 180 53 190 V8/4969 V8/4969 P P LS 351/7100 181 351/7100 - 540/4800 540/4800 10/R 10/R A A 5.28 270 4.7 270 13.9 15.2 8 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 267 290 Nov 17 - 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 82 litres • Boot: 344 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km Good: Superb ride, comfort and standard specification. Bad: Expensive versus competitors. Our choice: LS500. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi S8, BMW 7 Series, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz S-Class LS 500 F Sport LS 500h LS 500 LX 2 543 600 50 740 2 678 900 53 430 2 753 500 54 920 V6/3444 V6/3456 V6/3444 P-T P/H P-T 310/6000 264/6600 310/6000 138 600/1600 350+e 600/1600 10/R V/R 10/R A V A 5.0 250 5.4 250 5.0 250 12.0 7.9 12.0 10 10 10 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 277 150 277 - 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: New. Also look at: Audi Q7, BMW X7, Land Rover Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz/Maybach GLS, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser 300 LX 500d LX 500d F Sport LX 600 F Sport LX 600 LX 600 VIP 2 507 600 50 020 2 517 500 50 220 2 568 700 51 240 2 568 700 51 240 2 986 000 59 550 V6/3346 V6/3346 V6/3445 V6/3445 V6/3445 D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 225/4000 225/4000 305/5200 305/5200 305/5200 - NX 700/1600 700/1600 650/2000 650/2000 650/2000 10/4 10/4 10/4 10/4 10/4 A A A A A - 210 210 210 210 210 10.0 10.0 13.6 13.6 13.6 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 220 220 272 272 272 - 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 NX 350h EX NX 350h SE NX 350h F Sport NX 350 F Sport 968 000 1 000 100 1 172 900 1 200 800 1 211 900 19 370 20 010 23 450 24 010 24 230 4/2494 4/2494 4/2494 4/2494 4/2393 P P/H P/H P/H P-T RC 152/6600 179e 179e 179e 205/6000 - 243/4000 239+e 239+e 239+e 430/1700 8/4 V/4 V/4 V/4 8/4 A V V V A 9.1 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.0 200 200 200 200 200 8.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 9.7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 161 114 114 114 185 - 2-door Coupé • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 66 litres • Boot: 280/688 litres • Maintenance Plan: 7 year / 105 000 km Good: Old-school V8-engined coupé. Bad: Not as modern as some of its competitors. Our choice: RC F. Replacement due: Facelifted. Also look at: Audi RS5 Coupé, BMW M4 Coupé, Ford Mustang Fastback, Mercedes-AMG C-/E-Class Coupé RC F RC F Track Edition 1 713 400 2 736 200 34 210 54 570 RX V8/4969 V8/4969 P P 351/7100 351/7100 - 530/4800 530/4800 8/R 8/R A A 4.3 270 4.3 270 13.4 13.4 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S 254 254 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 67.5 litres (350 models) 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 RX 350h RX 350 F Sport RX 500h F Sport 1 424 000 28 450 1 458 300 29 130 1 543 200 30 820 1 684 300 33 630 4/2393 P-T 205/6000 4/2494 P/H 184 4/2393 P-T 205/6000 4/2393 P-T/H 273 - 430/1700 8/4 239+e/4300 V/4 430/1700 8/4 460+e/2000 6/4 A V A A - 200 200 200 210 10.4 6.5 10.4 7.8 10 10 10 10 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 197 123 197 148 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 - 115
UX 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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 UX 250h SE UX 250h F Sport 857 900 946 200 1 005 200 17 180 18 940 20 120 4/1987 4/1987 4/1987 P/H P/H P/H 135 135 135 - 188+e 188+e 188+e Mahindra Pik Up V/F V/F V/F V V V 8.5 177 8.5 177 8.5 177 5.4 5.4 5.4 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 103 103 103 - www.mahindra.co.za Telephone: 012 661 3161 Dealers: 67 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: Karoo Dawn and Dusk models 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 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S4 4x4 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab S6 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Single Cab 4x4 S6 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S6 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S6 auto Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S6 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S6 Karoo auto Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S6 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S6 auto Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S6 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S6 Karoo auto Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S10 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S10 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S10 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S10 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S11 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab S11 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S11 Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S11 Karoo Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S11 Karoo Dusk Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S11 Karoo Dawn Pik Up 2.2CRDe Double Cab 4x4 S11 Karoo Storm 266 499 307 499 334 499 373 499 395 999 420 999 416 999 441 999 434 999 459 999 455 999 480 999 426 999 446 999 465 999 485 999 461 999 492 999 500 999 531 999 624 999 639 999 639 999 5 410 6 230 6 760 7 540 7 990 8 490 8 410 8 900 8 760 9 260 9 180 9 680 8 610 9 000 9 380 9 780 9 300 9 920 10 080 10 700 12 550 12 850 12 850 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 103/3750 50 48 - 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 320/1500 6/R 6/4 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 Scorpio-N M M M M M A M A M A M A M M M M A A A A A A A 14.63 15.66 - - 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 11.2 9.5 11.2 9.5 11.2 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 247 211 247 210 247 210 210 210 210 247 247 247 247 247 247 247 Feb 18 Aug 20 - 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. 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 Scorpio-N 2.2D Z8 Scorpio-N 2.2D Z8 4XPlor Scorpio-N 2.2D Z8L 4XPlor 473 999 519 999 569 999 604 999 9 540 10 460 11 450 12 150 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 4/2179 D-T D-T D-T D-T XUV300 129/3500 129/3500 129/3500 129/3500 - 400/1750 6/R 400/1750 6/R 400/1750 6x2/2-4 400/1750 6x2/2-4 A A A A - - - 2 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 174 174 174 174 - 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: Upgraded. 1.2T W4 and SE added. Also look at: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Citroën C3 Aircross, Fiat 500X, Ford EcoSport, 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 XUV300 1.2T W4 SE XUV300 1.2T W6 XUV300 1.5TD W6 XUV300 1.2T W8 XUV300 1.5TD W8 267 999 277 999 292 999 315 999 354 999 374 999 5 440 5 640 5 940 6 400 7 170 7 570 3/1197 3/1197 3/1197 4/1497 3/1197 4/1497 P-T P-T P-T D-T P-T D-T 81/5000 81/5000 81/5000 86/3750 81/5000 86/3750 XUV700 61 200/2000 200/2000 200/2000 300/1500 200/2000 300/1500 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M M M M M M 12.32 175 175 175 175 175 175 7.6 7.6 7.6 6.0 7.3 6.0 2 2 2 2 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 151 151 151 132 151 132 Aug 19 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 XUV700 2.0T AX7 XUV700 2.0T AX7 L 479 999 534 999 569 999 9 660 10 750 11 450 Maserati 4/1997 4/1997 4/1997 P-T P-T P-T 149/5000 149/5000 149/5000 - 380/1750 380/1750 380/1750 6/F 6/F 6/F A A A - - - 4 6 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 198 198 198 Sep 23 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 / M5. Porsche Panamera Ghibli GT Ghibli Modena Ghibli Trofeo 2 350 000 46 890 2 950 000 58 830 3 630 000 72 370 4/1998 P-T/H 243/5750 V6/2979 P-T 316/5750 V8/3799 P-T 427/6750 - 450/2250 580/2250 730/2250 Grecale 8/R 8/R 8/R A A A 5.7 255 4.9 286 4.3 326 9.8 13.3 14.8 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 186 251 279 - 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 Grecale Modena Grecale Trofeo 1 990 000 39 720 2 320 000 46 290 2 920 000 58 230 4/1995 P-T/H 221/5750 4/1995 P-T/H 243/5750 V6/3000 P-T 390/6500 Levante - 450/2000 450/2000 620/3000 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 5.6 240 5.3 240 3.8 285 11.0 11.2 13.4 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 208 210 254 - 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 Levante Modena Levante Trofeo 2 350 000 46 890 3 090 000 61 620 4 530 000 90 280 4/1998 P-T/H 243/5750 V6/2979 P-T 316/5750 V8/3799 P-T 427/6250 - MC20 450/2250 580/2000 730/2500 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 6.0 245 5.2 264 4.1 300 11.6 14.5 16.8 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 220 272 317 - 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 MC20 Cielo 6 900 000 137 460 7 820 000 155 770 V6/3000 V6/3000 P-T P-T 463/7500 463/7500 - 730/3000 730/3000 Quattroporte 8/R 8/R DC DC 2.9 325+ 2.9 325+ 13.8 13.8 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S 261 261 - 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 / 8 Series Gran Coupé, Lexus LS, Mercedes S-Class, Porsche Panamera Quattroporte GT Quattroporte Modena Quattroporte Trofeo 116 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 3 030 000 60 420 3 520 000 70 180 4 800 000 95 660 V6/2979 V6/2979 V8/3799 P-T P-T P-T 257/5500 316/5750 427/6800 - 500/1750 580/2250 730/2250 8/R 8/R 8/R A A A 5.5 270 5.0 288 4.5 326 13.2 13.0 14.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 243 244 276 -
Mazda 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za www.mazda.co.za Telephone: 0860 069 700 Dealers: 47 BT-50 Double Cab Pick-Up • Seats: 4/5 • 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, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok BT-50 1.9TD Double Cab Active BT-50 1.9TD Double Cab Active auto BT-50 3.0TD Double Cab Dynamic BT-50 3.0TD Double Cab 4x4 Individual 630 400 667 500 782 400 818 400 12 650 13 390 15 680 16 400 4/1898 4/1898 4/2999 4/2999 D-T D-T D-T D-T CX-3 110/3600 110/3600 140/3600 140/3600 70 350/1800 6/R 350/1800 6/R 450/1600 6/R 450/1600 6x2/2-4 M A A A 9.93 - 7.9 7.9 9.6 9.6 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 184 187 203 203 May 22 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 EcoSport, 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 CX-3 2.0 Active auto CX-3 2.0 Dynamic CX-3 2.0 Dynamic auto CX-3 2.0 Individual CX-3 2.0 Hikari 397 300 419 900 435 200 451 500 520 600 541 900 8 010 8 460 8 770 9 090 10 470 10 890 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 P P P P P P CX-30 115/6000 115/6000 115/6000 115/6000 115/6000 115/6000 94 94 94 206/2800 206/2800 206/2800 206/2800 206/2800 206/2800 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M A M A A A 9.3 9.33 9.0 9.33 9.5 9.33 202 197 202 197 197 197 8.5 8.0 8.4 8.0 8.0 8.0 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 165 155 163 155 155 155 Feb 16 Sep 16 Aug 20 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-3. Our choice: Same drivetrain in the range. 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 CX-30 2.0 Dynamic CX-30 2.0 Carbon Edition CX-30 2.0 Individual 497 700 529 600 540 200 573 100 10 010 10 650 10 860 11 510 CX-5 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 P P P P 121/6000 121/6000 121/6000 121/6000 87 - 213/4000 213/4000 213/4000 213/4000 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F A A A A 9.95 - - 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 160 160 160 160 May 21 - 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 CX-5 2.0 Active auto CX-5 2.0 Dynamic CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition CX-5 2.5 AWD Individual CX-5 2.2DE AWD Akera 524 600 540 200 575 000 651 800 742 300 778 700 10 550 10 860 11 550 13 080 14 880 15 610 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/2488 4/2191 P P P P P D-T 121/6000 121/6000 121/6000 121/6000 143/6000 140/4500 - 213/4000 213/4000 213/4000 213/4000 258/4000 450/2000 CX-60 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/4 6/4 M A A A A A 10.9 201 10.4 10.4 10.4 8.8 9.5 - 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.3 8.8 6.8 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 159 159 159 160 169 148 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 58 litres • Service Plan: 5 year / unlimited km Good: Space meets style and tech. Bad: Probably not that economical to run; no diesel option. Our choice: Dynamic. Replacement due: New. Also look at: Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester FACELIFT CX-60 2.5 Dynamic CX-60 2.5 AWD Individual 739 800 844 500 14 830 16 920 4/2488 4/2488 P P Mazda2 141/6000 141/6000 - 261/3000 261/3000 8/F 8/4 A A 9.6 203 9.9 201 8.8 9.2 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 170 180 - 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, Kia Rio, 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 Mazda2 1.5 Dynamic Mazda2 1.5 Dynamic auto Mazda2 1.5 Individual 307 100 335 500 354 700 398 700 6 220 6 780 7 170 8 040 4/1496 4/1496 4/1496 4/1496 P P P P 85/6000 85/6000 85/6000 85/6000 Mazda3 - 148/4000 148/4000 148/4000 148/4000 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M M A A 9.6 9.6 10.4 10.4 188 188 184 184 6.8 6.8 7.2 7.2 2 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 134 134 140 140 - 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 Mazda3 Hatch 1.5 Dynamic auto Mazda3 Hatch 2.0 Astina McLaren 447 500 462 500 565 700 9 010 9 310 11 370 4/1496 4/1496 4/1998 P P P 88/6000 82/6000 121/6000 - 153/4000 146/3500 213/4000 6/F 6/F 6/F M A A - - 7.2 7.1 7.6 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 140 136 146 - 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 750S / 765LT 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 - 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: 765LT Coupe. Replacement due: 750S and 765LT Spider added. Also look at: Aston Martin DBS, Lamborghini Revuelto, Porsche 911 turbo 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 - 765LT Coupé POA POA V8/3994 P-T 563/7500 - 800/5500 7/R DC 2.8 330 15.6 4 S S S S S S 295 - 765 LT Spider POA POA V8/3994 P-T 563/7500 - 800/5500 7/R DC 2.8 330 15.6 4 S S S S S S 295 - 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 Mercedes-Benz / Mercedes-AMG / Mercedes-Maybach A-Class 7/R DC 3.2 326 13.0 4 S S S S S S 245 - www.mercedes-benz.co.za Telephone: 0800 133 355 Dealers: 55 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 A200 Hatch AMG Line A200 Sedan Progressive A200 Sedan AMG Line A200d Sedan Progressive A200d sedan AMG Line 796 559 15 960 825 559 16 540 851 408 17 050 880 408 17 630 919 995 18 420 948 995 19 000 4/1332 4/1332 4/1332 4/1332 4/1950 4/1950 P-T P-T P-T P-T D-T D-T 120/5500 120/5500 120/5500 120/5500 110/3400 110/3400 - 270/2000 270/2000 270/2000 270/2000 320/1400 320/1400 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/F 8/F DC DC DC DC DC DC 8.2 8.2 8.3 8.3 8.4 8.4 226 225 230 230 227 227 6.7 6.7 6.5 6.5 5.4 5.4 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 128 128 127 127 120 120 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 - 117
22 820 24 940 27 930 235/5800 235/5800 310/6750 - C-Class Sedan 400/3000 400/3000 500/5000 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC 4.8 250 4.7 250 3.9 270 8.8 8.9 10.7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 176 180 202 TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S P-T P-T P-T GE AR S 4/1991 4/1991 4/1991 TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / 1 141 046 1 247 453 1 397 793 EN GIN E AMG A35 Sedan 4Matic AMG A35 Hatch 4Matic AMG A45 S Hatch 4Matic+ HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY Jan 21 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 C200 AMG Line C220d Avantgarde C220d AMG Line AMG C43 1 010 106 1 064 106 1 076 199 1 130 199 1 673 641 CLA 20 210 21 290 21 530 22 600 33 420 4/1496 4/1496 4/1993 4/1993 4/1991 P-T P-T D-T D-T P-T 165/5800 165/5800 162/4200 162/4200 310/6750 - 300/1800 300/1800 440/1800 440/1800 500/5000 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/4 A A A A A 7.3 7.3 7.3 7.3 4.6 246 246 245 245 250 8.2 8.2 5.6 5.6 10.9 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 154 154 122 122 206 Dec 21 - 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 CLA200 AMG Line CLA220d Progressive CLA220d AMG Line AMG CLA35 4Matic AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+ AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+ AMG Street Style Edition 916 149 18 340 950 349 19 020 944 198 18 900 978 398 19 580 1 303 755 26 060 1 552 741 31 010 1 760 741 35 160 4/1332 4/1332 4/1950 4/1950 4/1991 4/1991 4/1991 P-T P-T D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T E-Class Sedan 120/5500 120/5500 140/3800 140/3800 225/5800 310/6750 310/6750 81 - 250/1620 250/1620 400/1600 400/1600 400/3000 500/5000 500/5000 7/F 7/F 8/F 8/F 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC DC DC DC DC 9.05 8.2 7.3 7.3 4.9 4.1 4.1 229 229 244 244 250 270 270 6.6 6.6 5.3 5.3 8.8 10.0 10.0 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 147 147 119 119 181 208 208 Apr 20 - 4-door Sedan • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 66 litres • Boot: 352/968 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Even closer to the S-Class in terms of tech and design. Bad: No 3-litre or mid-range model below the AMG E63. Our choice: E220d. Replacement due: 2023. Also look at: Audi A6 / S6, BMW 5 Series / M5. Lexus ES, Maserati Ghibli, Volvo S90 E200 Avantgarde E200 AMG Line E220d Avantgarde E220d AMG Line AMG E63 S 4Matic+ E-Class Coupé / Cabriolet 995 839 19 930 1 062 139 21 250 1 069 727 21 400 1 136 027 22 720 2 823 004 56 300 4/1991 4/1991 4/1950 4/1950 V8/3982 P-T P-T D-T D-T P-T 155/5500 155/5500 143/3800 143/3800 450/5750 - 320/1650 320/1650 400/1600 400/1600 850/2500 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/4 A A A A A 7.5 7.5 7.3 7.3 3.4 240 240 240 240 300 8.4 8.4 6.2 6.2 13.9 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 172 137 137 278 - 2-door Coupé / Convertible • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 57 litres • Boot: 296/752 litres (Coupé) 216/680 litres (Cabriolet) • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Perfectly slots in above the C-Class Coupé/Cabriolet. Bad: Certain options should be standard. Our choice: E300. Replacement due: CLE due 2023. Also look at: Audi A5 / S5 Coupé/Cabriolet, BMW 4 Series Coupé/Convertible / M4, Lexus RC, Ford Mustang E300 Coupé AMG Line E300 Cabriolet AMG Line AMG E53 Coupé 4Matic+ AMG E53 Cabriolet 4Matic+ 1 243 840 24 870 1 396 295 27 900 1 784 204 35 620 1 935 507 38 630 4/1991 4/1991 i6/2999 i6/2999 P-T P-T P-T P-T 200/5800 200/5800 336/6100 336/6100 - 370/1650 370/1650 520/1800 520/1800 9/R 9/R 9/4 9/4 A A DC DC EQA 6.4 6.6 4.4 4.5 250 250 250 250 8.8 8.9 10.6 10.7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 172 175 208 210 - 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 EQA250 AMG Line 1 176 350 1 229 350 23 520 24 580 electric electric E E 140 140 70 - 370 385 E/F E/F EQB E E 8.6 160 8.6 160 E E 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 Apr 23 - 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 EQB350 4Matic AMG Line 1 381 250 27 600 1 434 250 28 660 electric electric E E 215 215 104 520 520 E/4 E/4 E E 6.2 160 5.79 160 EQE Sedan E E 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 Apr 23 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: BMW i4, Porsche Taycan EQE350+ Sedan EQE350+ Sedan AMG Line AMG EQE43 4Matic Sedan 1 724 650 34 440 1 862 850 37 190 2 112 950 42 170 electric electric electric E E E 215 215 350 - 565 565 858 E/R E/R E/4 E E E EQS Sedan 6.4 210 6.4 210 4.2 210 E E E 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 0 - 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 EQS450+ Sedan AMG Line AMG EQS53 4Matic+ Sedan 2 668 655 53 230 2 808 655 56 020 3 418 600 68 160 electric electric electric E E E 245 245 484 - 565 565 950 E/R E/R E/4 E E E 6.2 210 6.2 210 3.8 220 NEW EQS SUV E E E 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 0 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Untested Bad: Untested. Our choice: Not yet tested. Replacement due: New. Also look at: BMW iX, Jaguar I-Pace EQS450 4Matic SUV EQS450 4Matic SUV AMG Line * ± 2 900 000 57 830 * ± 2 982 800 59 480 * TBC electric electric E E G-Class 265 265 - 800 800 E/4 E/4 E E 6.0 210 6.0 210 E E 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 - 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 AMG G63 3 208 506 63 980 3 962 717 78 990 i6/2925 V8/3982 D-T P-T GLA 243/3600 430/6000 96 - 700/1200 850/2500 9x2/4 9x2/4 A A 7.23 210 4.5 220 11.5 15.7 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 252 299 Apr 21 - 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 GLA200 AMG Line GLA200d Progressive GLA200d AMG Line 894 590 923 590 927 900 956 900 17 910 18 490 18 580 19 150 GLB 4/1332 4/1332 4/1950 4/1950 P-T P-T D-T D-T 120/5500 120/5500 110/3400 110/3400 - 250/1620 250/1620 320/1400 320/1400 7/F 7/F 8/F 8/F DC DC DC DC 8.7 8.7 8.8 8.8 210 210 208 208 7.2 7.2 6.1 6.1 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 142 142 132 132 - 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: AMG GLB35 added. Facelift due. Also look at: Audi Q2 / Q3, BMW X1, Jaguar E-Pace, Lexus UX, Volvo XC40 GLB220d 4Matic Progressive GLB220d 4Matic AMG Line GLB250 Progressive GLB250 AMG Line AMG GLB35 4Matic 998 388 1 036 388 1 012 287 1 050 287 1 418 923 19 980 20 740 20 260 21 010 28 350 4/1950 4/1950 4/1991 4/1991 4/1991 D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 140/3800 140/3800 165/5500 165/5500 225/5800 81 - 400/1600 400/1600 350/1800 350/1800 400/3000 GLC 8/4 8/4 8/F 8/F 8/4 DC DC DC DC DC 8.17 7.6 7.1 7.1 5.5 217 217 240 240 250 6.6 6.6 8.9 8.9 10.7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 144 144 171 171 191 May 23 - 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 GLC220d 4Matic AMG Line GLC300 4Matic Avantgarde GLC300 4Matic AMG Line 118 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 1 227 271 24 540 1 309 864 26 180 1 342 430 26 830 1 425 023 28 470 4/1993 4/1993 4/1999 4/1999 D-T D-T P-T P-T 162/3600 162/3600 207/5800 207/5800 - 440/1800 440/1800 400/2000 400/2000 9/4 9/4 9/4 9/4 A A A A 8.0 8.0 6.2 6.2 219 219 240 240 6.2 6.2 8.8 8.8 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 134 134 167 167 -
GLE - 550/1800 550/1800 9/4 9/4 6.6 6.6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S TE ST 2 6.3 243 6.3 243 BL TO UE OT H CO A A A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S 215/4200 215/4200 TR AN S D-T D-T GE AR S 4/1993 4/1993 TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / HP (R) 1 426 244 28 500 1 508 837 30 140 EN GIN E GLC300d 4Matic Avantgarde GLC300d 4Matic AMG Line PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za S S 147 147 Sep 23 5-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 80 litres • Boot: 384/1 368 litres • Maintenance Plan: 5 year / 100 000 km Good: Graceful upgrade over the previous generation. Bad: Quality issues. Our choice: GLE400d. Replacement due: Facelift due. 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 GLE300d 4Matic AMG Line GLE450 4Matic GLE450 4Matic AMG Line GLE400d 4Matic GLE400d 4Matic AMG Line AMG GLE53 4Matic+ AMG GLE63 S 4Matic+ 1 623 789 1 699 589 1 701 520 1 777 320 1 761 993 1 837 793 2 180 414 3 337 137 32 430 33 940 33 980 35 490 35 180 36 690 43 510 66 540 4/1950 4/1950 i6/2999 i6/2999 i6/2925 i6/2925 i6/2999 V8/3982 D-T D-T P-T P-T D-T D-T P-T P-T 180/4200 78 180/4200 286/5500 286/5500 243/3600 108 243/3600 336/6100 466/5750 - GLE Coupé 500/1600 500/1600 500/1600 500/1600 700/1200 700/1200 520/1800 850/2500 9/4 9/4 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9/4 9/4 A A A A A A A A 8.50 7.2 5.7 5.7 6.58 5.7 5.3 3.8 225 225 250 250 245 245 250 250 7.7 7.7 11.3 11.3 9.0 9.0 11.2 14.9 7 7 9 9 9 9 9 9 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 179 172 217 217 202 202 214 282 Feb 20 Oct 20 - 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: Facelift due. Also look at: Audi Q8, BMW X6, Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Maserati Levante, Porsche Cayenne Coupé GLE400d Coupé 4Matic AMG Line AMG GLE53 Coupé 4Matic+ AMG GLE63 S Coupé 4Matic+ 2 064 107 2 218 611 3 405 844 41 190 44 270 67 900 i6/2925 i6/2999 V8/3982 D-T P-T P-T 243/3600 336/5500 466/5750 - 700/1200 9(x2)/4 520/1800 9/4 850/2250 9/4 GLS A A A 5.7 240 5.3 250 3.8 280 9.0 11.2 15.1 9 9 9 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 210 212 286 - 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 GLS400d 4Matic AMG Line GLS580 4Matic GLS580 4Matic AMG Line AMG GLS63 4Matic+ 2 041 243 40 740 2 167 343 43 250 2 338 552 46 660 2 435 652 48 590 3 401 662 67 820 i6/2925 i6/2925 V8/3982 V8/3982 V8/3982 D-T D-T P-T P-T P-T 243/3600 243/3600 376/5500 376/5500 466/5750 - Mercedes-Maybach GLS 700/1200 700/1200 700/2000 700/2000 850/2250 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9(x2)/4 9/4 A A A A A 6.3 6.3 5.3 5.3 4.2 238 238 250 250 250 9.5 9.5 12.0 12.0 15.6 9 9 9 9 9 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 202 202 263 263 296 - 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 3 652 592 72 820 V8/3982 P-T 426/6000 - S-Class 730/1750 9/4 A 4.9 250 15.0 9 S S S S S S 285 - 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, Lexus LS, Maserati Quattroporte, Porsche Panamera S350d L S350d L AMG Line S500 L 4Matic S500 L 4Matic AMG Line 2 644 995 52 760 2 721 695 54 280 2 893 979 57 710 2 970 679 59 240 i6/2989 i6/2989 i6/2999 i6/2999 D-T D-T P-T P-T 247/TBA 247/TBA 336/6100 336/6100 143 - Mercedes-Maybach S-Class 650/TBA 650/TBA 520/1800 520/1800 9/R 9/R 9/4 9/4 A A A A 5.6 5.6 5.81 4.9 250 250 250 250 7.6 7.6 9.72 9.7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 164 164 186 186 May 22 - 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 S680 3 953 895 4 926 579 78 810 98 180 V8/3982 V12/5980 P-T P-T 385/5500 450/5250 - SL 700/2000 900/2000 9/4 9/4 A A 4.8 250 4.5 250 13.2 16.8 11 11 S S S S S S S S S S S S 251 321 - 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 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, Lexus LC Convertible, Porsche 911 Cabriolet AMG SL43 2 493 846 49 750 4/1991 P-T V-Class 280/6750 - 480/3250 9/R A 4.9 275 10.8 6 S S S S S S 204 - 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 V220d AMG Line V250d V250d AMG Line V220d Avantgarde V220d Avantgarde AMG Line V250d Avantgarde V250d Avantgarde AMG Line V300d Avantgarde V300d Avantgarde AMG Line V300d Exclusive V300d Special Edition 1 321 609 1 404 268 1 412 063 1 494 722 1 698 992 1 763 944 1 753 788 1 818 740 1 802 094 1 892 912 2 097 349 2 303 001 26 410 28 060 28 210 29 860 33 930 35 220 35 020 36 310 35 980 37 790 41 860 45 950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 120/3800 120/3800 140/3800 140/3800 120/3800 120/3800 140/3800 140/3800 174/4200 174/4200 174/4200 174/4200 Vito - 380/1400 380/1400 440/1400 440/1400 380/1400 380/1400 440/1400 440/1400 550/1600 550/1600 550/1600 550/1600 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R A A A A A A A A A A A A 10.9 10.9 9.6 9.6 10.9 10.9 9.6 9.6 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8 195 195 206 206 195 195 206 206 220 220 220 220 8.5 8.5 8.9 8.9 8.5 8.5 8.9 8.9 9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 182 182 189 189 182 182 189 189 205 205 205 205 - 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 Vito 114 CDI Mixto Pro Crewcab Vito 114 CDI Mixto Pro Crewcab auto Vito 111 CDI Tourer Base Vito 111 CDI Tourer Pro Vito 114 CDI Tourer Pro Vito 116 CDI Tourer Pro Vito 116 CDI Tourer Select Vito 119 CDI Tourer Select 779 380 15 620 893 875 17 900 946 280 18 940 736 930 14 770 901 246 18 050 1 034 376 20 700 1 097 957 21 960 1 295 106 25 890 1 341 029 26 800 4/1598 4/1950 4/1950 4/1598 4/1598 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 4/1950 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 84/3800 100/3800 100/3800 84/3800 84/3800 100/3800 120/4200 120/4200 140/4200 - 270/1500 330/1200 330/1200 270/1500 270/1500 330/1200 380/1200 380/1200 440/1400 6/F 6/R 9/R 6/F 6/F 9/R 9/R 9/R 9/R MINI M M A M M A A A A 15.1 169 15.1 169 15.1 169 - 7.4 7.3 7.0 7.6 7.6 8.6 8.3 8.3 8.6 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S O O O O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 163 164 152 163 163 185 178 178 186 - 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: Ends in 2023. Also look at: No direct rival, but also see Audi A3 Sportback or Subaru Outback Cooper Clubman Cooper S Clubman Cooper S Clubman Untold Edition John Cooper Works ALL4 Clubman 595 831 681 322 744 022 862 144 11 970 13 670 14 920 17 270 3/1499 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 P-T P-T P-T P-T 100/4400 141/5000 141/5000 225/5000 95 - 220/1480 280/1350 280/1350 450/1750 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/4 DC DC DC A 9.2 7.3 7.3 4.9 205 228 228 250 7.3 7.58 8.5 9.2 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 140 163 163 175 CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 Jul 20 - 119
Convertible TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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: Resolute Edition added. Also look at: Abarth 695 Cabriolet, Fiat 500C Cooper Convertible Cooper S Convertible Cooper S Convertible Resolute Edition 654 376 742 286 780 186 13 130 14 880 15 640 3/1499 4/1998 4/1998 Countryman P-T P-T P-T 100/4500 141/4700 141/5000 - 220/1250 280/1250 280/1350 7/F 7/F 7/F DC DC DC 8.7 205 7.1 230 7.1 230 7.2 7.6 7.6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 137 143 143 - 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 GLA, Volvo XC40 Cooper Countryman Cooper S Countryman Cooper S Countryman Untamed Edition John Cooper Works ALL4 Countryman Hatch 645 286 721 304 775 504 918 644 12 950 14 460 15 540 18 390 3/1499 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 P-T P-T P-T P-T 100/4500 141/5000 141/5000 225/5000 - 220/1480 280/1350 280/1350 450/1750 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/4 DC DC DC A 9.7 7.5 7.5 5.1 203 226 226 250 7.6 8.0 8.0 9.1 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 143 153 153 175 - 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 One Hatch 3-door One Hatch 5-door Cooper Hatch 3-door Cooper Hatch 5-door Cooper S Hatch 3-door Cooper S Hatch 3-door Resolute Edition Cooper S Hatch 5-door Cooper S Hatch 5-door Resolute Edition John Cooper Works Hatch 3-door Cooper SE Hatch 3-door Cooper SE Hatch 3-door Resolute Edition 474 009 485 965 542 509 554 465 610 224 648 124 624 724 662 624 691 438 783 500 815 200 9 540 9 780 10 900 11 140 12 250 13 010 12 540 13 300 13 870 15 700 16 330 3/1499 3/1499 3/1499 3/1499 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 electric electric P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T E E 75/3900 63 75/3900 100/4500 83 100/4500 141/5000 141/5000 141/5000 105 141/5000 170/5200 135 135 - Mitsubishi 190/1350 190/1350 220/1480 220/1480 280/1350 280/1350 280/1350 280/1350 320/1450 270 270 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 7/F 8/F E/F E/F DC 10.92 195 DC 10.6 192 DC 8.55 210 DC 8.3 207 DC 6.7 235 DC 6.7 235 DC 7.01 235 DC 6.8 235 A 6.1 246 E 7.3 150 E 7.3 150 6.7 6.8 6.7 6.8 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.6 - 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 128 131 128 131 136 136 136 136 143 0 0 Oct 20 Dec 19 Oct 18 - www.mitsubishi-motors.co.za Telephone: 011 552 6000 Dealers: 52 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres • Boot: 248/1 104 litres • Service Plan: 3 year / 60 000 km ASX 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 ASX 2.0 ES auto ASX 2.0 LS ASX 2.0 LS auto ASX 2.0 Aspire 399 990 419 990 449 990 469 990 479 995 8 070 8 470 9 060 9 460 9 660 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 4/1998 P P P P P Eclipse Cross 110/6000 110/6000 110/6000 110/6000 110/6000 80 77 - 197/4200 197/4200 197/4200 197/4200 197/4200 5/F V/F 5/F V/F V/F M 9.6 194 V 11.5 190 M 9.6 194 V 10.63 190 V 11.5 190 5-door Cross-Over • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 63 litres 9.0 3 S S 9.5 3 S S 9.0 7 S S 9.5 7 S S 9.5 7 S S • Boot: 216/1 024 litres S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 175 184 175 184 184 Jul 20 - • 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 Eclipse Cross 1.5T GLS Eclipse Cross 1.5T GLS Exceed 509 990 549 990 590 000 10 260 11 050 11 850 4/1998 4/1499 4/1499 P P-T P-T 110/6000 110/5500 110/5500 73 73 - 198/4200 250/2000 250/2000 V/F V/F V/F V V V Outlander 11.86 188 8.96 8.9 - 9.5 9.2 9.2 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 184 176 174 May 19 Aug 20 - 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 Outlander 2.5 Aspire 729 995 759 995 14 640 15 230 4/2488 4/2488 P P Pajero Sport 135/6000 135/6000 - 245/3600 245/3600 V/4 V/4 V V - 187 - 187 9.7 9.7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S 185 185 Nov 23 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 Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D Aspire Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 Aspire Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4x4 Exceed 769 990 789 990 819 990 839 990 854 990 15 430 15 830 16 430 16 830 17 120 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T Triton 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 68 64 64 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 8/R 8/R 8x2/4 8x2/4 8x2/4 A A A A A 10.79 180 11.16 180 11.16 180 9.6 9.7 9.7 9.7 9.7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 214 214 214 214 214 Jun 18 Dec 17 Feb 21 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: Athlete added. Also look at: Ford Ranger, GWM P-Series, Isuzu D-Max, JAC T8, Mazda BT-50, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok Triton 2.4DI-D Single Cab GL Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab GL Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab auto Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab Xtreme Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 auto Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Athlete Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Heritage Triton 2.4DI-D Double Cab 4x4 Xtreme 429 995 514 990 629 990 649 990 718 990 709 990 729 990 749 990 769 990 798 990 8 660 10 360 12 650 13 040 14 420 14 240 14 640 15 030 15 430 16 010 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 4/2442 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 100/3500 100/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 133/3500 66 - 324/1500 324/1500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 430/2500 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 Xpander M M M A A M A A A A - 179 - 179 10.50 - 9.6 9.6 9.0 9.8 9.8 9.1 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 2 2 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 211 211 196 215 215 199 218 218 218 218 Jul 19 - 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 Xpander 1.5 auto 349 995 369 995 7 070 7 470 4/1499 4/1499 P P 77/6000 77/6000 - 141/4000 141/4000 5/F 4/F Nissan M A - - 8.0 8.4 2 2 S S - - S S - S S 157 164 - 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 non-Turbo and Visia 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 120 Magnite 1.0 Visia 227 900 4 640 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M 16.0 150 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 - Magnite 1.0 Acenta 247 800 5 040 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 263 100 5 340 3/999 P 53/6250 - 96/3500 5/F M 16.0 150 7.1 2 S - - S - S 140 - Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta 306 900 6 210 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 335 500 6 780 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 Red Edition 315 000 6 380 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 Red Edition auto 343 500 6 940 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 326 000 6 590 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 353 500 7 140 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 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
Navara 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 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, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok Navara 2.5 Single Cab XE 362 500 7 320 4/2488 P 118/6000 - 233/4000 6/R M - - - 2 S - - S - - - - Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab XE 406 500 8 200 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6/R M - - 8.6 2 S - - S - - 190 - 6/R Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab SE 490 500 9 870 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab SE 4x4 569 500 11 440 4/2488 D-T 120/3600 - 403/2000 6x2/2-4 6/R M - - 8.6 7 S - - S S S 190 - M - - 9.1 7 S - - S S S 201 - Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab LE 530 400 10 660 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 M - - 8.9 7 S - S S S S 196 Navara 2.5DDTi Single Cab LE 4x4 612 500 12 300 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 6x2/2-4 M - - 9.1 7 S - 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 654 500 679 500 13 130 13 630 4/2488 4/2488 D-T D-T 120/3600 140/3600 - 403/2000 6x2/2-4 450/2000 7/R M A - - 9.1 9.7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S 201 214 - Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE auto Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE 4x4 Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab LE 4x4 auto 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 - 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 Navara 2.5DDTi Double Cab PRO-4X 4x4 822 500 16 480 4/2488 D-T 140/3600 - 450/2000 7x2/2-4 NP200 7/R A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 - A - - 9.7 7 S S S S S S 214 Nov 21 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 1 739 900 34 740 V8/5552 P 298/5800 113 560/4000 Qashqai 7x2/4 A 7.77 210 17.3 6 S S S S S S 334 Apr 18 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: 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 N/A 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 669 400 13 430 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 731 200 14 660 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 782 700 15 690 4/2488 P 135/6000 - 244/3600 V/4 V - 195 9.4 8 S S S S S S 183 - 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. 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 - 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: Fiat Doblò, 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 Corsa 5/F M - - 6.0 6 S S S S S - 131 - 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: Lite added. Also look at: Honda Fit, Hyundai i20, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, olkswagen Polo Corsa 1.2 325 900 6 590 3/1199 P 55/5750 - 118/2750 5/F M 174 7.0 6 S S S S S S 130 - Corsa 1.2T Lite 349 900 7 070 3/1199 P-T 74/5500 - 205/1750 6/F M 13.2 9.9 194 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 - Corsa 1.2T Edition 356 900 7 210 3/1199 P-T 74/5500 - 205/1750 6/F M 9.9 194 6.8 6 S S S S S S 130 - Corsa 1.2T Elegance 436 900 8 800 3/1199 P-T 96/5500 - 230/1750 6/F A 8.7 208 7.6 6 S S S S S S 143 Aug 21 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 EcoSport, 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 - 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 599 900 12 050 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 679 900 13 640 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 720 900 14 460 4/1598 P-T 121/6000 - 240/1400 6/F A - - 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 121
Mokka TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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, 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 489 900 9 860 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 539 900 10 850 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, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, VW Polo 208 1.2 Active 334 900 6 770 3/1199 P 55/5750 - 118/2750 5/F M 171 7.0 6 S S S S S S 130 - 208 1.2T Allure 389 900 7 870 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 429 900 8 660 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 469 900 9 460 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 14.9 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, 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 464 900 9 360 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 499 900 10 060 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 554 900 11 150 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 599 900 12 050 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 674 900 13 540 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 754 900 15 130 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 Landtrek 240/1400 6/F A 10.14 201 8.4 6 S S S S S S 156 Dec 19 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, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok Landtrek 1.9TD Double Cab Allure 614 900 12 350 4/1910 D-T 110/4000 - 350/1800 Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action Double Cab 4x4 699 900 14 040 4/1910 D-T 110/4000 53 350/1800 6x2/2-4 Porsche 6/R A A 14.9 172 10.92 10.7 6 S S S S S S 235 - 171 14.33 6 S S S S S S 239 May 22 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: Audi TT Roadster, 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: Audi TT, BMW M240i Coupé, Jaguar F-Type Coupé, Toyota GR Supra 911 718 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 - 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 / R8, BMW M4 / M8, Ferrari 296, Lamborghini Huracán, Lexus RC / LC, Mercedes-AMG SL. For 911 Dakar: Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato 911 Carrera Coupé 911 Carrera 4 Coupé 911 Carrera T 911 Carrera T auto 911 Carrera Cabriolet 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet 911 targa 4 911 Carrera S Coupé 911 Carrera 4S Coupé 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet 911 targa 4S 911 Carrera GTS Coupé 911 Carrera GTS Coupé auto 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet auto 122 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 2 158 000 2 300 000 2 415 000 2 415 000 2 409 000 2 550 000 2 551 000 2 501 000 2 642 000 2 751 000 2 892 000 2 892 000 2 816 000 2 816 000 2 958 000 3 066 000 3 066 000 43 060 45 890 48 180 48 180 48 060 50 870 50 890 49 890 52 700 54 870 57 670 57 670 56 160 56 160 58 990 61 140 61 140 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 283/6500 283/6500 283/6500 283/6500 283/6500 283/6500 283/6500 331/6500 216 331/6500 331/6500 331/6500 331/6500 353/6500 353/6500 353/6500 353/6500 353/6500 - 450/1950 450/1950 450/1950 450/1950 450/1950 450/1950 450/1950 530/2300 530/2300 530/2300 530/2300 530/2300 570/2300 570/2300 570/2300 570/2300 570/2300 8/R 8/4 7/R 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 8/R 8/4 8/R 8/4 8/4 7/R 8/R 8/4 7/R 8/R DC DC M DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC M DC DC M DC 4.2 4.2 4.5 4.0 4.4 4.4 4.4 3.41 3.6 3.9 3.8 3.8 4.1 3.4 3.3 4.3 3.6 293 291 291 291 291 289 289 308 306 306 304 304 311 311 309 309 309 10.8 11.0 12.2 11.4 11.0 11.0 11.8 10.7 10.8 10.9 10.8 11.9 12.4 11.6 11.6 12.5 11.8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 206 210 232 217 210 211 223 205 206 208 207 227 234 221 222 238 224 Sep 19 -
Cayenne H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/2981 H6/3996 H6/3996 H6/3996 H6/3996 H6/3996 H6/3745 H6/3745 H6/3745 H6/3745 H6/2981 H6/3996 P-T P-T P-T P P P P P P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P 353/6500 570/2300 353/6500 570/2300 353/6500 219 570/2300 375/8400 470/6100 375/8400 470/6100 375/8400 470/6100 375/8400 470/6100 386/8500 465/6300 427/6500 750/2250 427/6500 750/2250 478/6750 290 800/2500 478/6750 800/2500 353/6500 570/2300 386/8500 465/6300 8/4 8/4 8/4 6/R 7/R 6/R 7/R 7/R 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 6/R DC DC DC M DC M DC DC DC DC DC DC DC M 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.9 3.4 3.9 3.4 3.2 2.8 2.9 2.82 2.8 3.4 3.7 307 307 307 320 318 320 318 296 320 320 330 330 240 300 11.9 11.9 11.9 16.0 14.9 16.0 14.9 15.2 13.3 13.6 13.3 13.6 12.6 16.6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S TE ST S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 2 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) 63 970 63 970 70 590 78 060 78 060 78 060 78 060 96 810 85 560 90 520 96 470 101 450 89 700 124 040 BL TO UE OT H CO 3 208 000 3 208 000 3 541 000 3 916 000 3 916 000 3 916 000 3 916 000 4 858 000 4 293 000 4 542 000 4 841 000 5 091 000 4 501 000 6 226 000 A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 911 targa 4 GTS 911 targa Edition 50 Years Porsche Design 911 GT3 touring 911 GT3 touring auto 911 GT3 911 GT3 auto 911 GT3 RS 911 turbo Coupé 911 turbo Cabriolet 911 turbo S Coupé 911 turbo S Cabriolet 911 Dakar 911 S/T PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 226 227 227 304 283 304 283 289 254 257 254 257 239 313 Feb 23 Jan 21 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 5 • Fuel tank: 75 litres (Cayenne, e-hybrid) 90 litres (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 and turbo 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 Cayenne S Cayenne e-hybrid Cayenne turbo e-hybrid Cayenne Coupé 1 848 000 36 890 2 125 000 42 410 2 194 000 43 780 3 312 000 66 040 V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 V8/3996 P-T 349/5700 V6/2995 P-T/H 346/5400 V8/3996 P-T/H 544 - 500/1450 600/2000 650/1400 950 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A 6.0 5.0 4.9 3.7 248 273 254 295 11.0 11.6 2.9 2.4 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 210 220 56 45 - 5-door SUV • Seats: 4 • 75 litres (Cayenne, e-hybrid) 90 litres (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 base is sufficient. Replacement due: Facelifted and turbo 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 Cayenne S Coupé Cayenne e-hybrid Coupé Cayenne turbo e-hybrid Coupé Cayenne turbo GT Coupé 1 933 000 38 580 2 232 000 44 540 2 259 000 45 070 3 390 000 67 590 4 128 000 82 280 Macan V6/2995 P-T 260/5400 V8/3996 P-T 349/5700 V6/2995 P-T/H 346/5400 V8/3996 P-T/H 544 V8/3996 P-T 485/6000 - 500/1450 600/2000 650/1400 950 850/2300 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A 6.0 5.0 4.9 3.7 3.3 248 273 254 295 305 11.3 11.6 3.0 2.4 14.3 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 214 222 58 46 271 - 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 Macan T Macan S Macan GTS Panamera 1 296 000 25 900 1 418 000 28 330 1 555 000 31 060 1 831 000 36 550 4/1984 4/1984 V6/2894 V6/2894 P-T P-T P-T P-T 195/5000 195/5000 280/5200 324/5200 - 400/1800 400/1800 520/1850 550/1900 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC DC 6.4 6.2 4.8 4.5 232 232 259 272 10.6 10.6 11.9 11.9 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 200 200 225 225 - 5-door Fastback • Seats: 4 • Fuel tank: 80 litres (e-hybrid) 90 litres (other models) • Boot: 281/816 litres • Maintenance Plan: 3 year / 100 000 km (Optional 5 year / 100 000 km) Good: Now even more capable and luxurious. Bad: Not as effortless to drive as an S-Class. Our choice: Untested. Replacement due: Platinum Edition added. Also look at: Audi S7 / RS7 Sportback / S8, BMW 7 Series / 8 Series Gran Coupé / M8 Gran Coupé, Mercedes S-Class, Maserati Quattroporte Panamera Panamera Platinum Edition Panamera 4 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition Panamera 4 executive Panamera 4 e-hybrid Panamera 4 e-hybrid Platinum Edition Panamera 4 e-hybrid executive Panamera 4S e-hybrid Panamera GTS Panamera turbo S Panamera turbo S e-hybrid 1 764 000 35 220 2 073 000 41 370 1 871 000 37 350 2 182 000 43 540 2 140 000 42 700 2 241 000 44 720 2 470 000 49 270 2 495 000 49 770 2 623 000 52 320 2 605 000 51 960 3 584 000 71 450 3 790 000 75 550 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V6/2894 V8/3996 V8/3996 V8/3996 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T/H P-T/H P-T/H P-T/H P-T P-T P-T/H 243/5400 243/5400 243/5400 243/5400 243/5400 340 340 340 412 353/6500 463/6000 514 Taycan - 450/1800 450/1800 450/1800 450/1800 450/1800 700 700 700 750 620/1800 820/2300 870 8/R 8/R 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC 5.6 5.6 5.3 5.3 5.4 4.4 4.4 4.5 3.7 3.9 3.1 3.2 270 270 268 268 267 280 280 280 298 300 315 315 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.8 2.6 2.6 2.6 2.6 13.1 13.0 3.2 8 8 8 8 10 8 8 10 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 201 201 202 202 205 49 49 51 51 249 247 62 - 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 i7, Mercedes EQE Sedan / EQS Sedan Taycan Taycan 4S Taycan GTS Taycan turbo Taycan turbo S 2 477 000 49 410 2 869 000 57 220 3 456 000 68 900 3 793 000 75 610 4 414 000 87 970 electric electric electric electric electric E E E E E 300 390 440 500 560 - Taycan Cross Turismo 345 640 850 850 1050 E/R E/4 E/4 E/4 E/4 E E E E E 5.4 4.0 3.7 3.2 2.8 230 250 250 260 260 E E E E E 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 0 0 0 - 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 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo Taycan turbo Cross Turismo 2 770 000 2 890 000 3 825 000 55 250 57 630 76 250 electric electric electric E E E 350 420 500 - 500 650 850 E/4 E/4 E/4 E E E 5.1 220 4.1 240 3.3 250 E E E 8 8 8 S S S Proton S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 0 0 0 Dec 21 - 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 Saga 1.3 Standard auto 209 900 224 900 4 280 4 580 4/1332 4/1332 P P 70/5750 70/5750 - 120/4000 120/4000 5/F 4/F M A - - 8.4 8.4 2 2 S S - - S S S S S 162 162 - 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, 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 X50 1.5T Luxury 449 900 499 900 9 060 10 060 3/1477 3/1477 P-T P-T 110/5500 110/5500 - 226/1500 226/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC - - 7.8 7.8 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S 150 150 - X50 1.5T Executive X50 1.5T Premium 535 900 579 900 10 770 11 650 3/1477 3/1477 P-T P-T 110/5500 130/5500 - 226/1500 255/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC - - 7.8 7.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 150 150 - 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 X70 1.5T Executive 529 900 579 900 10 650 11 650 3/1477 3/1477 P-T P-T 130/5500 130/5500 - 255/1500 255/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC - - 9.4 9.4 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 176 176 - X70 1.5T Executive AWD X70 1.5T Premium X 629 900 639 900 12 640 12 840 3/1477 3/1477 P-T P-T 130/5500 130/5500 - 255/1500 255/1500 7/4 7/F DC DC - - 9.4 9.4 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 176 176 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 123
NEW X90 TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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 X90 1.5T Executive 559 900 589 900 11 250 11 850 3/1477 3/1477 P P 140/5500 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 255+e/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC - - 8.2 8.2 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S 156 156 - X90 1.5T Premium X90 1.5T Flagship 644 900 679 900 12 940 13 640 3/1477 3/1477 P P 140/5500 140/5500 - 255+e/1500 255+e/1500 7/F 7/F DC DC - - 8.2 8.2 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 156 156 - 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 Captur 1.3 Turbo Intens 469 999 499 999 9 460 10 060 4/1332 4/1332 P-T P-T 113/6000 113/6000 - 270/1700 270/1700 7/F 7/F Clio DC DC 9.6 193 9.6 193 7.9 7.9 4 4 S S S S S S S S S S S S 149 149 Sep 23 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, Kia Rio, Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Starlet, VW Polo Clio 1.0 Turbo Life Clio 1.0 Turbo Zen 312 999 327 999 6 340 6 630 3/999 3/999 P-T P-T 74/5000 74/5000 - 160/2750 160/2750 5/F 5/F M M 11.8 187 11.8 187 6.8 6.8 4 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 132 132 - 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: Facelifted. Also look at: Ford EcoSport, Hyundai Venue, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV300, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, VW T-Cross. Long-term test: 1.5 dCi TechRoad AT (March 2020) Duster 1.5dCi Zen 377 999 7 630 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 421 999 8 510 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 435 999 8 780 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 435 999 8 780 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, Ford EcoSport, 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 Kiger 1.0 Zen 229 999 244 999 4 680 4 980 3/999 3/999 P P 52/6200 52/6200 - 96/3500 96/3500 5/F 5/F M M - - 6.4 6.4 2 4 S S - - S S - S 126 126 - Kiger 1.0 Zen auto 254 999 5 180 3/999 P 52/6200 - 96/3500 5/F AM - - 6.2 4 S - - S - S 123 - Kiger 1.0 Turbo Zen 299 999 6 080 3/999 P-T 74/5000 - 160/3500 5/F M - - 6.0 4 S - - S S S 119 - Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens 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 auto 339 999 6 870 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 608 999 12 230 4/2488 P 126/6000 Kwid 79 233/4000 V/F V 9.76 185 9.72 6 S S S S S S 188 Mar 22 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 Kwid 1.0 Zen Kwid 1.0 Zen auto Kwid 1.0 Climber Kwid 1.0 Climber auto 188 999 198 999 208 999 209 999 219 999 3 870 4 070 4 270 4 290 4 480 3/999 3/999 3/999 3/999 3/999 P P P P P 50/5500 50/5500 50/5500 50/5500 50/5500 - 91/4250 91/4250 91/4250 91/4250 91/4250 5/F 5/F 5/F 5/F 5/F Mégane M M AM M AM - 152 152 152 152 152 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S - - S S S S S - S S S S S 118 118 117 118 117 - 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 Triber 221/6000 - 420/2400 6/F DC 5.7 255 9.7 6 S S S S S S 182 - 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 Triber 1.0 Zen Triber 1.0 Intens Triber 1.0 Intens auto 217 999 227 999 243 999 253 999 4 440 4 640 4 960 5 160 3/999 3/999 3/999 3/999 P P P P Rolls-Royce 52/6250 52/6250 52/6250 52/6250 54 - 96/3500 96/3500 96/3500 96/3500 5/F 5/F 5/F 5/F M M M 16.68 AM - - 6.6 6.6 6.6 6.6 2 2 4 4 S S S S - - S S S S - S S S S 131 131 131 131 May 20 - 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 Cullinan Black Badge POA POA POA POA V12/6749 V12/6749 P-T P-T 420/5000 442/5000 - 850/1600 900/1600 8/4 8/4 Ghost A A 5.2 250 - 250 18.0 19.9 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 341 377 - 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 Ghost Extended POA POA POA POA V12/6749 V12/6749 P-T P-T 420/5000 420/5000 - 850/1600 850/1600 8/R 8/R Phantom A A 4.8 250 4.8 250 18.8 18.8 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 358 358 - 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 Phantom Extended 124 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za POA POA POA POA V12/6749 V12/6749 P-T P-T 420/5000 420/5000 - 900/1700 900/1700 8/R 8/R A A 5.3 250 5.4 250 18.1 18.1 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 345 345 -
Subaru 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za www.subaru.co.za Telephone: 011 608 0116 Dealers: 13 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 579 000 11 500 H4/1995 P 115/6000 - 196/4000 V/4 V - - 8.6 7 S - S S S S 165 - Crosstrek 2.0i S 669 000 13 270 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 Forester 2.5i Sport ES Forester 2.5i S ES 669 000 699 000 749 000 13 420 14 020 15 010 H4/1995 H4/2498 H4/2498 P P P 115/6000 136/5800 136/5800 73 86 86 Outback 196/4000 239/4400 239/4400 V/4 V/4 V/4 V V V 10.3 193 10.06 188 9.45 - 9.1 10.0 8.3 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 179 193 193 Dec 18 Apr 21 May 22 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 779 000 15 610 H4/2498 P 138/5800 - 245/3400 V/4 V - - 8.8 8 S S S S S S 168 - Outback 2.5i Touring 829 000 16 610 H4/2498 P 138/5800 - 245/3400 V/4 V - - 8.8 8 S S S S S S 168 - Outback 2.4T XT 959 000 19 200 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 799 000 16 010 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 877 000 17 560 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, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Toyota Starlet, Volkswagen Polo Baleno 1.5 GL Baleno 1.5 GL auto Baleno 1.5 GLX Baleno 1.5 GLX auto 239 900 259 900 291 900 311 900 4 880 5 280 5 920 6 310 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 - 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F Celerio M A M A - - 6.5 6.8 6.5 6.8 2 2 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 127 133 127 133 - 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 Celerio 1.0 GL Celerio 1.0 GL auto 183 900 204 900 219 900 3 770 4 180 4 480 3/998 3/998 3/998 P P P 49/5500 49/5500 49/5500 Ciaz - 89/3500 89/3500 89/3500 5/F 5/F 5/F M M AM - - 5.3 5.3 5.0 2 2 2 S S S - - S S S S S S S S 92 92 97 - 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 Ciaz 1.5 GL auto Ciaz 1.5 GLX Ciaz 1.5 GLX auto 263 900 280 900 304 900 321 900 5 360 5 700 6 170 6 510 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 74 - DZire 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F M A M A 10.35 185 - 6.6 6.7 6.6 6.7 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S - S S S S 130 132 130 132 Jul 19 - 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 DZire 1.2 GL DZire 1.2 GL auto 198 900 217 900 232 900 4 060 4 440 4 740 4/1197 4/1197 4/1197 P P P Ertiga 61/6000 61/6000 61/6000 70 - 113/4200 113/4200 113/4200 5/F 5/F 5/F M 11.7 175 M 11.32 175 AM 13.2 170 5.9 5.9 5.9 2 2 2 S S S - - S S S S S S S S 116 116 116 Dec 18 - 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 Ertiga 1.5 GL 265 900 307 900 5 400 6 230 4/1462 4/1462 P P 77/6000 77/6000 67 138/4400 138/4400 5/F 5/F M M - 175 11.65 175 7.4 7.4 2 2 S S - S S S S S S 146 146 Jun 19 Ertiga 1.5 GL auto 325 900 6 590 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 279 900 5 680 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 Fronx 1.5 GLX 299 900 315 900 6 070 6 390 4/1462 4/1462 P P 77/6000 77/6000 - 138/4400 138/4400 4/F 5/F A M - 170 - 175 6.8 6.6 2 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S 133 129 - Fronx 1.5 GLX auto 335 900 6 790 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: 6 year / 90 000 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, Ford EcoSport, 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 217 900 4 440 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 11.6 165 6.1 2 S - - S S - 119 - Ignis 1.2 GLX 253 900 5 160 4/1197 P 61/6000 72 113/4200 5/F M 12.05 165 6.1 2 S - - S S S 119 Sep 20 Ignis 1.2 GLX auto 270 900 5 500 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F AM 13.0 155 5.9 2 S - - S S S 114 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 125
Jimny TE ST 2 BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 3-door SUV • Seats: 4/5 • Fuel tank: 40 litres • Boot: 88/792 litres • Service Plan: 2 year / 30 000 km (GA, GL) 4 year / 60 000 km (GLX) Good: Design and off-road ability. Bad: Relatively slow. Our choice: GLX AllGrip manual. Replacement due: GL added. Also look at: Class of its own, but also consider Renault Duster 4WD Jimny 1.5 GL AllGrip 373 900 7 550 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 5x2/2-4 M - - 7.6 2 S - - S S S 146 - Jimny 1.5 GL AllGrip auto 395 900 7 990 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 4x2/2-4 A - - 8.2 2 S - - S S S 158 - Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 397 900 8 030 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 auto 419 900 8 460 4/1462 P 75/6000 - 130/4000 4x2/2-4 A - - 8.2 2 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 169 900 3 490 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F M - - 5.9 2 S - - S S - 118 - S-Presso 1.0 GL auto 183 900 3 770 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F AM - - 5.9 2 S - - S S - 118 - S-Presso 1.0 GL+ 178 900 3 670 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F M - - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 - S-Presso 1.0 GL+ auto 192 900 3 940 3/998 P 50/5500 - 90/3500 5/F AM - - 5.9 2 S - - S S S 118 - S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition 194 900 3 980 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 208 900 4 260 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 199 900 4 080 4/1197 P 61/6000 - 113/4200 5/F M 12.0 170 5.9 2 S - - S S - 116 - Swift 1.2 GL 218 900 4 460 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 233 900 4 760 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 239 900 4 880 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 255 900 5 200 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 419 900 8 460 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 442 900 8 920 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, Ford EcoSport, 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 - NEW 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 XL6 1.5 GL auto XL6 1.5 GLX XL6 1.5 GLX auto 326 900 345 900 341 900 360 900 6 610 6 990 6 910 7 290 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 - 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F Toyota M A M A - 170 165 170 165 7.2 7.3 7.2 7.3 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 142 144 142 144 - 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, 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, 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 404 400 8 160 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 439 500 8 850 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 Hybrid XS 476 600 9 590 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 22 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 7 S S S S S S 154 - 90 - 142+e V/F V - 170 5.2 7 S S S S S S 98 - 103/6400 - 172/4000 V/F V - 185 8.2 7 S S S S S S 154 - 90 - 142+e V/F V - 170 5.2 7 S S S S S S 98 Oct 23 Corolla Cross 1.8 XR 478 700 9 630 4/1798 P Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid XR 516 900 10 390 4/1798 P/H Corolla Cross 1.8 GR-Sport 495 200 9 960 4/1798 P Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid GR-Sport 533 000 10 720 4/1798 P/H 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 543 900 10 930 4/1798 P/H Corolla 2.0 XR 559 500 11 240 4/1987 P Corolla 1.8 Hybrid XR 564 600 11 340 4/1798 P/H Corolla Hatch 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.7 7 S S S S S S 90 - 126/6600 - 203/4600 V/F V 8.6 195 7.1 7 S S S S S S 134 - 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.7 7 S S S S S S 90 - 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 531 200 10 680 4/1798 P/H Corolla Hatch 2.0 XR 561 200 11 280 4/1987 P Corolla Hatch 1.8 Hybrid XR 571 900 11 490 4/1798 P/H Corolla Quest 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.8 7 S S S S S S 91 126/6600 - 203/4600 V/F V - 210 7.2 7 S S S S S S 137 - 103 - 142+ V/F V - 180 4.8 7 S S S S S S 91 - 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 326 100 6 600 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 349 100 7 050 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 369 700 7 460 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 382 500 7 720 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 389 900 7 870 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 402 700 8 120 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 126 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 697 800 14 000 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/R A - 170 8.6 7 S S S S S S 190 - Fortuner 2.4GD-6 4x4 731 100 14 660 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6/4 A - 170 9.1 7 S S S S S S 201 - Fortuner 2.8GD-6 818 400 16 400 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6/R A - 180 9.1 7 S S S S S S 201 - CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za
2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za Fortuner 2.8GD-6 4x4 899 700 18 010 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 862 900 17 280 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 942 900 18 870 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 2.4 755 500 15 140 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 794 000 15 910 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 841 000 16 850 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 902 400 18 070 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: Audi TT, BMW M240i Coupé / Z4, Ford Mustang, Porsche 718 Cayman GR Supra 3.0T 1 488 400 29 730 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 1 524 400 30 450 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 840 200 16 830 3/1618 P-T 198/6500 152 360/3000 6/4 Hiace M 5.38 230 9.1 6 S S S S S S 172 Jan 23 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 Hilux 722 300 14 480 4/2494 D-T 75/3600 - 260/1600 5/R M - 100 11.9 2 S - - S S S 266 - 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, 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 - - 6/R Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab Raider auto 559 700 11 250 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider 618 700 12 420 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider auto 642 600 12 900 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 639 100 12 830 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 A - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - - Hilux 2.8GD-6 Single Cab 4x4 Raider auto 716 200 14 360 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 M - 175 - 7 S S S S S S - - 6/R - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - - - 170 - 7 S S S S S S - - Hilux 2.4GD-6 Xtra Cab Raider auto 575 200 11 560 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 - - 6/R Hilux 2.8GD-6 Xtra Cab Legend auto 693 800 13 920 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 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 779 200 15 620 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 - 6/R A - 170 8.8 7 S S S S S S 192 - M - 170 9.1 7 S S S S S S 199 Nov 21 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab Raider auto 621 200 12 470 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider 674 800 13 540 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider auto 704 300 14 130 4/2393 D-T 110/3400 - 400/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 170 9.2 7 S S S S S S 202 Hilux 2.4GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider X 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 X auto 704 300 14 130 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 752 200 15 080 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 A - 175 8.9 7 S S S S S S 195 - Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider auto 840 900 16 840 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 6x2/2-4 A - 175 9.6 7 S S S S S S 209 - 6/R 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 851 200 17 050 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 900 900 18 040 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 901 400 18 050 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 945 600 18 930 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 949 600 19 010 4/2755 D-T 150/3000 - 500/1600 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 - 1 003 000 20 070 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 Hilux 2.8GD-6 Double Cab 4x4 Legend RS auto Land Cruiser 70 Series 6/R A M 6/R 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 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 127
2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA X SP EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) BUY 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 - 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 - Land Cruiser 76 4.5D-4D Station Wagon LX V8 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 Land Cruiser 300 3.3D ZX Land Cruiser 300 3.5T ZX Land Cruiser 300 3.3D GR-Sport Land Cruiser 300 3.5T GR-Sport 1 458 900 29 150 2 007 300 40 060 2 043 100 40 780 2 060 000 41 110 2 095 100 41 810 V6/3346 V6/3346 V6/3445 V6/3346 V6/3445 D-T D-T P-T D-T P-T Land Cruiser Prado 225/4000 225/4000 305/5200 225/4000 305/5200 86 - 700/1600 700/1600 650/2000 700/1600 650/2000 10x2/4 10x2/4 10x2/4 10x2/4 10x2/4 A A A A A 8.23 - 210 10.7 210 10.7 210 14.5 210 10.68 210 14.5 7 9 9 9 9 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 238 238 291 238 291 Feb 22 - 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 1 145 500 22 910 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 1 255 700 25 100 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 1 294 300 25 870 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 1 308 900 26 160 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 1 349 400 26 970 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 Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 11-seater GL Quantum 2.8 SLWB Bus 14-seater GL Quantum 2.8 SLWB Bus 14-seater GL auto Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 6-seater VX Premium Quantum 2.8 LWB Bus 9-seater VX Premium 653 400 13 110 804 300 16 120 822 500 16 480 841 900 16 860 1 174 800 23 490 1 179 000 23 570 4/2755 4/2755 4/2755 4/2755 4/2755 4/2755 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T RAV4 130/3400 130/3400 115/3600 115/3600 115/3600 115/3600 - 420/1400 420/1400 420/1600 420/1600 420/1600 420/1600 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R 6/R M M M A A A - 170 100 100 100 - 10.4 10.4 2 2 2 2 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 229 229 - 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 RAV4 2.5 Hybrid GX-R E-Four RAV4 2.0 VX RAV4 2.5 VX AWD RAV4 2.5 Hybrid VX E-Four 698 600 741 300 712 500 809 600 833 300 14 010 14 860 14 290 16 220 16 690 4/1987 4/2487 4/1987 4/2487 4/2487 P P/H P P P/H 127/6600 163 127/6600 152/6600 163 78 92 - 203/4400 221+e 203/4400 243/4000 221+e Rumion V/4 V/4 V/F 8/4 V/4 V V V A V 10.38 9.85 - 180 180 190 200 180 8.0 5.8 7.8 8.8 5.8 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 153 110 147 166 110 Jul 19 Jun 19 - 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 Rumion 1.5 SX Rumion 1.5 SX auto Rumion 1.5 TX Rumion 1.5 TX auto 296 900 331 600 351 700 360 600 380 800 6 020 6 710 7 110 7 280 7 690 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 - 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 Starlet 5/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F M M A M A - 175 175 170 175 170 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.4 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 146 146 147 146 147 - 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, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Renault Clio, Suzuki Baleno, Volkswagen Polo Starlet 1.5 Xi Starlet 1.5 XS Starlet 1.5 XS auto Starlet 1.5 XR Starlet 1.5 XR auto 248 400 262 400 286 600 314 400 334 000 5 050 5 330 5 810 6 360 6 750 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 - Urban Cruiser 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 5/F 5/F 4/F 5/F 4/F M M A M A 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 175 175 160 175 160 6.5 6.5 6.8 6.5 6.8 2 2 2 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 127 127 133 127 133 - 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, Ford EcoSport, Honda WR-V, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Renault Duster, Suzuki Grand Vitara, VW T-Cross Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR auto 329 400 347 400 369 900 6 660 7 020 7 470 4/1462 4/1462 4/1462 P P P 77/6000 77/6000 77/6000 68 - 138/4400 138/4400 138/4400 Vitz 5/F 5/F 4/F M M A - 170 11,28 170 - 165 7.3 7.3 7.3 2 6 6 S S S - S S S S S S S S S S S 146 146 144 Jul 23 - 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: New. 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 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 auto 239 900 4 880 3/998 P 49/5500 - 89/3500 5/F AM - 160 5.0 2 S - - S S S 97 - Volkswagen Amarok www.vw.co.za Telephone: 0860 434 737 Dealers: 119 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, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Peugeot Landtrek, Toyota Hilux Amarok 2.0TDI 110kW Single Cab 505 000 10 160 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Single Cab 581 900 11 690 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Single Cab 4Motion 653 800 13 120 Amarok 2.0TDI 110kW Double Cab 599 000 12 030 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab 650 500 13 050 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab 4Motion 721 500 14 470 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 683 500 13 710 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 4Motion 738 000 14 800 Amarok 2.0TDI 125kW Double Cab Life 4Motion auto 767 600 15 390 Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab Life 4Motion 837 900 16 780 Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab Style 4Motion 922 600 18 470 Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab Style 4Motion 1 014 900 20 310 Amarok 2.0BiTDI Double Cab PanAmericana 4Motion 1 021 800 20 450 Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab PanAmericana 4Motion 1 106 300 22 130 Amarok 3.0TDI V6 Double Cab Aventura 4Motion 1 161 000 23 220 128 CAR NOVEMBER 2023 CARmag.co.za 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 4/1996 V6/2993 4/1996 V6/2993 V6/2993 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 110/3500 125/3500 125/3500 110/3500 125/3500 125/3500 125/3500 125/3500 125/3500 154/3750 154/3750 184/3250 154/3750 184/3250 184/3250 - 350/1500 405/1750 405/1750 350/1500 405/1750 405/1750 405/1750 405/1750 405/1750 500/1750 500/1750 600/1750 500/1750 600/1750 600/1750 5/R 6/R 6/4 5/R 6/R 6x2/2-4 6/R 6x2/2-4 6x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 10x2/2-4 M M M M M M M M A A A A A A A - 170 180 180 170 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 8.3 8.3 8.5 8.3 8.3 8.5 8.3 8.5 9.2 9.0 9.0 10.1 9.0 10.1 10.1 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 182 181 187 182 181 187 181 187 203 195 195 222 195 222 222 Sep 23
Caddy 2 TE ST BL TO UE OT H CO A LIGUTO HT S CR CO UISE NT RO L AIR -CO N ES P 0-1 00 km /h MA SP X EE D FU CO EL NS UM P AIR BA GS AB S TR AN S GE AR S TO N.mRQU @r E /m in FU SU EL PP LY PO W kW ER @r /m in PO W MA ER SS / EN GIN E HP (R) PR ICE (R) Data collected using Racelogic VBOX. See CARmag.co.za 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: Fiat Doblò, Opel Combo Caddy Kombi 1.6 Caddy Kombi 2.0TDI Caddy Maxi Kombi 2.0TDI Caddy 1.6 Caddy 2.0TDI Caddy Maxi 2.0TDI 433 400 500 200 528 200 509 000 602 700 630 600 8 730 10 060 10 620 10 240 12 100 12 660 4/1598 4/1968 4/1968 4/1598 4/1968 4/1968 P D-T D-T P D-T D-T 81/5800 81/2750 81/2750 81/5800 81/2750 81/2750 - California 152/3850 300/1500 300/1500 152/3850 300/1500 300/1500 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F 6/F M M M M M M 12.8 12.4 12.8 12.8 12.4 12.8 180 180 180 180 180 180 8.8 6.6 6.6 8.8 6.6 6.6 2 2 2 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S O O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 167 145 145 167 145 145 - 4-door MPV Camper Van • Seats: 4 • 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 1 503 900 30 040 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 Caravelle - 450/1400 7/4 DC 11.3 198 9.8 6 S - S S S S 214 - 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 Golf 1 436 100 28 690 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC 10.3 198 9.8 6 S S S S S S 214 - 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 Golf GTI Golf R 765 100 781 800 931 100 15 340 15 670 18 640 4/1984 4/1984 4/1984 P-T P-T P-T Polo Hatch 180/5000 180/5000 235/5600 142 370/1600 370/1600 400/2000 7/F 7/F 7/4 DC DC DC 6.4 250 6.4 250 5.05 250 8.4 8.4 9.4 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 159 159 178 Dec 21 Feb 23 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, Kia Rio, Mazda Mazda2, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, Toyota Starlet. Longterm test: 1.0 TSI Trendline (Oct 2020) Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 70kW Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 70kW Life Polo Hatch 1.0TSI 85kW Life Polo hatch 1.0TSI 85kW R-Line Polo GTI 343 100 385 300 408 000 456 800 535 600 6 930 7 770 8 230 9 200 10 770 3/999 3/999 3/999 3/999 4/1984 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 70/5000 70/5000 85/5000 85/5000 147/4400 112 175/2000 175/2000 200/2000 200/2000 320/1500 5/F 5/F 7/F 7/F 6/F Polo Sedan M M DC DC DC 10.8 11.9 11.3 11.3 6.65 187 187 200 200 237 6.4 6.5 6.5 6.5 7.7 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 121 124 123 123 147 Jun 22 Jul 22 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: New. Also look at: Fiat Tipo Sedan, Honda Ballade, Kia Pegas, Suzuki Ciaz, Toyota Corolla Quest Polo Sedan 1.6 Polo Sedan 1.6 Life Polo Sedan 1.6 Life auto 349 900 380 300 402 200 7 070 7 680 8 110 4/1598 4/1598 4/1598 P P P Polo Vivo 81/5800 81/5800 81/5800 67 152/3850 152/3850 152/3850 5/F 5/F 6/F M M A 11.2 190 11.2 190 13.3 187 7.4 7.4 7.8 2 2 2 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 147 147 155 May 23 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 Polo Vivo 1.4 Comfortline Polo Vivo 1.6 Comfortline Polo Vivo 1.6 Highline Polo Vivo 1.0TSI GT 255 600 276 500 306 700 304 700 341 800 5 190 5 610 6 210 6 170 6 910 4/1398 4/1398 4/1598 4/1598 3/999 P P P P P-T T-Cross 55/4800 63/5000 77/5250 77/5250 81/5000 59 - 130/3750 132/3750 153/3800 153/3800 200/2000 5/F 5/F 6/F 5/F 6/F M M A M M 12.80 - 171 177 188 188 196 6.8 7.1 7.3 7.4 5.5 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S O O O S O O S S S S S S S O O S S S S S S S S 134 140 144 147 109 Oct 18 - 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 EcoSport, 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, 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 596 200 11 970 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 663 300 13 310 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 698 400 14 010 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: Another alternative ... Bad: ... in an already overcrowded segment. Our choice: Style. Replacement due: New. 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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 Tiguan Allspace 1.4TSI 110kW Life Tiguan Allspace 1.4TSI 110kW R-Line Tiguan Allspace 2.0TSI 132kW 4Motion Style Tiguan Allspace 2.0TSI 162kW 4Motion R-Line 656 500 743 700 800 700 807 700 874 600 13 170 14 910 16 040 16 180 17 520 4/1395 4/1395 4/1395 4/1984 4/1984 P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T 110/5000 110/5000 110/5000 132/4200 162/4500 62 - 250/1500 250/1500 250/1500 320/1500 350/1500 6/F 6/F 6/F 7/4 7/4 DC DC DC DC DC 9.2 9.2 10.9 9.2 6.5 200 200 200 200 225 8.5 8.5 8.5 10.7 10.3 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 168 168 168 201 197 Dec 22 - CARmag.co.za CAR NOVEMBER 2023 129
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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 Transporter 2.0TDI 110kW Crew Bus LWB 5-seater Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Crew Bus SWB 4Motion 5-s Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Crew Bus LWB 4Motion 8-s Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Kombi SWB Trendline Transporter 2.0TDI 110kW Kombi SWB Trendline 713 700 738 300 828 600 893 300 840 000 873 800 14 310 14 800 16 600 17 890 16 830 17 500 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T D-T 81/3200 110/3250 146/3800 146/3800 81/3200 110/3250 - 250/1250 340/1500 450/1400 450/1400 250/1250 340/1500 5/F 7/F 7/4 7/4 5/F 7/F M DC DC DC M DC Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Kombi SWB Trendline Plus 4Mtn 1 065 700 21 320 4/1968 D-T 146/3800 - 450/1400 7/4 DC Transporter Pick-Up 15.5 12.0 9.8 9.8 15.5 12.0 164 182 198 198 164 182 8.6 7.9 9.8 9.8 8.3 7.9 2 2 2 2 2 2 S S S S S S O O O O O O S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 194 175 214 214 179 175 - 9.8 198 9.8 2 S O S S S S 214 - 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 Transporter 2.0TDI 81kW Double Cab Transporter 2.0BiTDI 146kW Double Cab 4Motion 489 400 575 800 741 800 9 850 11 570 14 870 4/1968 4/1968 4/1968 D-T D-T D-T 81/3200 81/3200 146/3800 - 250/1250 250/1250 450/1400 Volvo 5/F 5/F 7/4 M M DC 14.6 151 14.6 151 10.2 183 9.1 9.0 9.8 2 2 2 S S S - O O O S S S S S S S S S 198 196 214 - www.volvocars.co.za Telephone: 012 450 4900 Dealers: 23 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 EX30 4.7 180 E 7 S S S S S S 0 Oct 23 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. 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Also look at: Audi A6 / S6, BMW 5 Series, Lexus ES, Mercedes-Benz E-Class S90 B5 Essential S90 B5 Plus Dark S90 B5 Ultimate Dark S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Dark S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Plus Bright S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Dark S90 T8 Twin Engine AWD Ultimate Bright 950 000 19 020 1 029 000 20 590 1 067 000 21 350 1 319 000 26 360 1 323 000 26 440 1 357 000 27 120 1 361 000 27 200 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 P-T 183/5400 P-T 183/5400 P-T 183/5400 P-ST/H 340 P-ST/H 340 P-ST/H 340 P-ST/H 340 V90 Cross Country - 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 709 709 709 709 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/4 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A A A A A 6.9 6.9 6.9 4.6 4.6 4.6 4.6 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 8.3 8.3 8.3 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 157 157 157 32 32 32 32 - 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 V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate 1 081 000 1 163 000 1 201 000 21 620 23 260 24 010 XC40 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 P-T P-T P-T 183/5400 183/5400 183/5400 - 350/1800 350/1800 350/1800 8/4 8/4 8/4 A A A 7.4 180 7.4 180 7.4 180 8.9 8.9 8.9 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 168 168 168 - 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 P6/P8 Recharge: Audi e-tron, BMW iX1 / iX3, Mercedes EQA / EQB XC40 B3 Essential XC40 B3 Plus Dark XC40 B3 Ultimate Dark XC40 B4 Plus Dark XC40 B4 Ultimate Dark XC40 Recharge Single Motor Plus 699 000 751 000 774 000 793 000 817 000 1 108 000 14 020 15 050 15 510 15 890 16 370 22 160 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 4/1969 electric P-T P-T P-T P-T P-T E XC40 Recharge Twin Motor Ultimate 1 298 000 25 940 electric E XC60 110/5800 110/5800 110/5800 145/5000 145/5000 175 - 265/1500 265/1500 265/1500 300/1700 300/1700 330 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/F 8/F E/R A A A A A E 300 - 660 E/4 E 10.1 10.1 10.1 8.4 8.4 7.3 180 180 180 180 180 160 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.8 8.8 E 6 6 6 6 6 6 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S 162 162 162 166 166 0 - 4.8 180 E 6 S S S S S S 0 - 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. 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