Year: 2022

New Range Rover Sport pricing announced

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At last, the new Range Rover Sport is at your local dealership awaiting potential buyers. The full line-up comprises 10 derivatives including Dynamic S, SE and HSE, Autobiography and First Edition specifications. Four engine choices including an extended range electric hybrid, six cylinder Ingenium petrol and diesel options, and the all new V8 Twin Turbo with 390 kW. Customers can expect deliveries to begin in October 2022. The new P510e electric hybrid is engineered to meet the demands of drivers looking for a high-performance drive and impressive efficiency. The seamlessly…

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BMW iX, i4 and iX3 available in South Africa( Spec and Pricing)

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As more and more car manufacturers get into the electric mobility market, BMW is pushing forward in South Africa by launching the ix, i4 and iX3 all fully electric.  The BMW i4 is a four door gran coupe which combines BMW’s sporting ability with practicality. The BMW i4 M50 is the performance model with one electric motor at the front axle and another at the rear to deliver system output of 400 kW and a range of 510 kms emission free driving. The i4 carries extremely slim high-voltage battery with…

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Mahindra XUV300 Updated for 2022 (Spec & Price)

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Mahindra has done a life cycle update on its XUV300 compact SUV  introducing higher levels of standard specification Mahindra’s XUV300 compact SUV update is across all trim levels (W4, W6 and W8) while XUV300 W4 Special Edition (SE) has also been added to Mahindra’s local lineup. What’s been updated? The XUV300 sports a black-themed interior now replacing the previous ivory and beige colour scheme.  The most notable change to the XUV300 can be seen inside where all derivatives now gain a dark interior with a black dashboard and black cloth…

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New Kia Sonet Turbo Finally Arrives (Spec and Price)

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Since Kia introduced its Sonet model in April 2021 to the South African market it has sold 3 500 units making it one of the most popular SUVs in its segment. Just over a year later Kia has launched the new Sonet 1.0 T-GDi turbocharged derivative. Powered by a naturally aspired 1.5-litre engine in the entry level LX and mid-tier EX specification and top-tier EX+.  The new model 1.0 T-GDI is equipped with Kia’s advanced 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission boasts outputs of 88kW at…

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New Volkswagen Amarok

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When driving on South African roads and you spot a “Bakkie,” you often must look a few times to identify if it is a Toyota, Isuzu, or Ford as they all look so similar. This will not apply to the recently globally launched VW Amarok as the exterior design is so different from anything else on the road you will know right away it is the mighty Amaroc. Introduced to the world on 7th July 2022 the new Volkswagen Amaroc will be launched in South Africa at a media event…

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New Volkswagen T-Roc available in South Africa. (Spec and Pricing)

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From July 2022 the all new VW T-Roc will be made available to South African buyers. This model is positioned between the Taigo and Tiguan in the Volkswagen T SUV line-up. Projecting a solid German build, the new T-Roc features a fresh exterior design with up-graded interior using high quality materials and a soft touch dash surface.  Since first launched to the South African market the T-Roc has sold 4,490 units providing Volkswagen with the confidence to upgrade the model and continue with positive sales. The exterior design has been…

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A connected drive for older Audi vehicles – Free Audi connect plug and play OBD device

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Audi South Africa has introduced the national availability of its new Audi connect plug and play device. This innovative technology solution is freely available to all customers whose vehicles have a model year introduction from 2008 onwards and that doesn’t currently offer Audi’s latest connected integrated technology. The Audi connect plug and play app (available on iOS/Android) lets your smartphone use Bluetooth and the Audi connect plug and play hardware to connect to your vehicle, turning it into a connected car. “We understand that Audi customers are keeping their vehicles…

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New Toyota Starlet(2022)

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In September 2020 Toyota launched a new model into the South African market, the Toyota Starlet. This car is a re-badged Suzuki Baleno sharing the same engine, same gearbox, same five door body and same interior. The only real difference is the Toyota badge and the improved service the customers will  receive through a greater dealer network. When launched, the model was a remarkable success cementing itself in the highly competitive B-segment, providing a stylish look with a traditional hatchback layout and impressive frugality at the pumps.  Now not even…

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Citroen C3 Aircross Reviewed!

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The Citroen C3 Aircross has been updated for 2022. Here’s the specification and pricing for the fun, fresh, French crossover. For 2022, Stellantis says the Citroen C3 Aircross has been given some updates to “show a more assertive personality” and the cabin has been rejigged for enhanced practicality. What’s Updated? The updated Citroen C3Aircross gains a brand new front end, designed to Give it some independance from the standard C3. The new grille is bigger and demanding, plus there are some chunky add-ons like the wheel arches and front/rear skid…

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BMW X1 and BMW iX1

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At launch in October 2022, there will initially be a choice of two engines on the BMW X1, one being petrol and the other diesel. Both are paired with a seven-speed Steptronic transmission with double clutch as standard which powers the front wheels. Then the all-electric BMW iX1 will be introduced to the line-up, all built in the Regensburg plant (Germany) and all models including the all-electric drive will come off the same assembly line. Presenting classy exterior design, the Sports Activity Vehicle has an almost square BMW kidney grille…

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Maserati MC20 Cielo

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I was lucky enough to see the Maserati MC20 super sports car in April 2022 when I was visiting Scotland, in a showroom in Hamilton, a rare find as it was the only MC20 in the UK at the time. An incredibly special experience from an incredibly special supercar. Now a few weeks later Maserati has launched the MC20 Cielo, the Spyder version of this one-of-a-kind true performance supercar. MC stands for Maserati Corsa (Racing) and the 20 refers to 2020 the year the brand’s new era began. Cielo meaning…

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Updated Toyota GR SUPRA with manual gearbox

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The Toyota Supra was first introduced to the market in 1978 and soon became known for its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout powered by an in-line six-cylinder engine. The latest model sold fifty units in South Africa in 2021 and competed in various motorsports, confirming the supra is a model that can be enjoyed on both public roads and racing circuits. Now five major enhancements have been made to the Supra including the introduction of a manual gear box option for the 3.0 models to complement the high-output engine and supremely capable…

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross(2022) Updated.

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We were lucky enough to spend time with the recently updated Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 1.5 T GLS 4×2 variant, this is a first time this segment has been updated with a turbo charged motor making 110kw and 250nm, it now competes head to head with the rest of class. If you prefer the most reliable tried and tested Mitsubishi 2.0L 16v motor you can still purchase it with the update but it is the “base” model variant producing the same 110kws but only 198nm. Mitsubishi is like the old faithful…

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Volkswagen TAIGO ready for June 2022 Launch

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It is evident by the number of SUVs on our showroom floors, that motor manufacturers are moving away from the traditional four door saloon cars with a boot, to a more compact and versatile mode of transport. The buyer of today wants a vehicle that takes you to and from work during the week and can be used at weekends to explore the countryside with the family and lots of luggage in the back. Volkswagen has been travelling down this road for some time now and has five SUV type…

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New RANGE ROVER SPORT Introduced for 2022

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Seventeen years ago, when the Range Rover Sport was introduced to the market it was seen as a vehicle for the rich and famous, Royalty and Oil Barons. Today Range Rover launches the third generation Sport as the world’s most desirable modern luxury SUV effortlessly blending new levels of sustainability with signature qualities that have made the Range Rover Sport so popular. And popular to far more buyers that the customers it attracted in its early days of availability. Offered with a suite of powerful and efficient engines including a…

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Peugeot’s Landtrek 4×4(2022) Reviewed

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Over nearly a century, Peugeot has been a formidable force in Africa. The new LANDTREK enables Peugeot to make a strong comeback in a market where it has a very strong heritage, the LANDTREK personifies the DNA of legendary models such the 404 wagon and the 504 Pick-Up which sold exceptionally well in SA back in the day. Peugeot bravely releases the all new LANDTREK, which enters the One-Ton Pick-Up segment and accounts for more than 25% of the South African new vehicle market, and possibly the hardest segment to…

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Mitsubishi Triton 2.4 Di-DC 4X4 A/T P/U D/C(2022) Reviewed

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The new Mitsubishi Triton represents 42 years of Japanese engineering and that means that it’ as strong and capable as Anything we’ve ever driven, on road and especially off road. Since it emerged as the L200 in 1978, Mitsubishi have sold 4.7 million units. We loved them in South Africa, previously known as a “Colt” – a workhorse and lifestyle companion, a member of the family even, just like its rivals such as the Ford ranger, Isuzu D-MAX (nee KB) and Toyota Hilux. The development of this particular Triton began in…

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Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge plug-in hybrid.

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As the Swedish luxury car manufacturer Volvo continues its shift towards electrification of its vehicles the all new XC60 T8 will now be available in South Africa. With a price tag of R1 218 000 the all-wheel drive XC60 T8 is a plug-in hybrid boasting high-performance and low emissions. The turbo and supercharged 2.0 litre petrol engine produces 233 kW and 400 Nm. The electric motor sited on the rear axle is powered by an 18.8 kWh lithium-ion battery capable of receiving a charge via cable and generates 107 kW and 309…

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New Mercedes-Benz C-Class(2022)

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So, you want to own a Mercedes Benz but cannot afford the S-Class. We have been assured the next best thing is the all new MB C-Class with many design aspects, comfort and digitalisation taken from the flagship S-Class. The new baby merc has launched its 6th Generation  C-Class after selling more than 10.5 million vehicles in more than one hundred markets globally since 1982 making the C-Class the most successful sedan in the Mercedes Benz range. The new model will be assembled at the East London plant in South…

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Updated Fiat 500 Sport Road Test and Review

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Pros – Trendy Retro styling; great fuel consumption; comfortable seats; Go-Kart like handling; Great engine Cons – Drivers seat can’t be adjusted down; Fuel economy does fall short of claimed; Poor safety rating After a trip to Italy, I fell in love with the original Fiat 500 known initially as ‘The Cinquecento’. Introduced by the Fiat Company in July 1957 and produced under this guise until 1975 the model was designed by Dante Giacosa, and the Cinquecento was marketed as a cheap, functional, and economical town car for post-war Italy. Fast forward exactly 50 years…

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