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The all-new Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo Elegance Review

June 1, 2021June 1, 2021 Car and Bike SA

The Opel Corsa supermini has had a legendary history dating all the way back to 1982 when the car was first sold in the United Kingdom and Europe. Only in the early 90’s did the Corsa make its presence in South Africa with the B shape model. Built on a General Motors front-wheel-drive (FWD) platform the early Corsa models were one of the few supermini hatchbacks available in SA until Peugeot, Renault and VW came along. The battle of the superminis has raged on ever since and now in 2021 we have on test Opel’s latest…

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Driven: Peugeot 2008 SUV(2021)

May 20, 2021May 20, 2021 Car and Bike SA

Peugeot have come a long way in recent years. One of the first stand out Peugeot’s I spent time with was in 2018 with the 3008 model, and I must say it was just light years ahead with the design and interior fit and finish (Read about it here). If you had asked me 15 years ago if I would consider a car from this French manufacturer I would have told you “how nice the seats are designed” but that’s about the only appeal I had for them. Nonetheless here we are in 2021 and Oh Boy, how things have…

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Locally produced Nissan Navara for 2021

May 8, 2021 Car and Bike SA

With the new locally built Nissan Navara set to roll off the production line at Nissans Rosslyn plant in June 2021, orders are now open. Retail prices start at R311 000 for the 2.5 Petrol XE SC and R740 000 for the top of the range 2.5D PRO- 4X 4×4 AT DC. The new Navara line-up is an exciting range with a variant to suit everyone’s needs, whether you are buying for business or a family leisure vehicle suitable for both on and off road. Even with Improved styling, enhanced technical and power specs, the Navara still remains…

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NEW FERRARI LIMITED-EDITION V12: THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN

April 22, 2021August 12, 2025 Car and Bike SA

The new model is the ultimate expression of Ferrari’s concept of an extreme front-engined berlinetta, honing the characteristics of the 812 Superfast to a level never seen before. The result is a car that encapsulates the company’s 70-plus years of experience on the world’s circuits, drawing on its thoroughbred sports car DNA to deliver a perfect marriage of performance, form, and function. Aimed at Ferrari’s most passionate collectors and connoisseurs, it features numerous engineering solutions to guarantee peerless driving pleasure. As is the case with all Ferrari’s cars, the most…

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PEUGEOT 2008 SUV Pricing Released (2021)

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 Car and Bike SA

The new PEUGEOT 2008 SUV Soon to be Launched in South Africa(Feb) we have official pricing from R359 900! The original Peugeot 2008 has been updated, with more tech, and upgraded engines by the 2016 facelifted version. The distinctive differences from the original model were the new vertical grille, wheel arch extensions, new black and chrome headlight casings, stoplights along with new rim designs. The interior came with LED dome lights, more storage compartments, Mirror Screen, Apple Carplay and more. Power came from either 1.2-liter gasoline or a 1.6-liter…

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Mazda CX-5 2.0L Carbon Edition FWD ( 2021) Spec

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021 Car and Bike SA

Mazda is satisfied to report an update to our multi-award winning Mazda CX-5 range with the appearance of the Mazda CX-5 2.0L Carbon Edition FWD. This model will fill in as an elective contribution to the remainder of the CX-5 2.0L range, offering an elite and energetic look, on both the outside and inside. The Carbon Edition comes standard with a similar 2.0L SKYACTIV-G motor (121kW/213Nm) offered on the current 2.0L territory. The 2.0L Carbon Edition FWD will be available in automatic transmission only The particular will be founded on…

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Citroen C5 Aircross 1.6T Shine (2019-2020) Review

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020 Car and Bike SA

We Like: Futuristic styling, good performance, fully loaded with all the extras, digital display, red detailing. We Don’t Like: Damaged brand image, resale, fuel consumption average in class. In Summary Price: R 550 900 (October 2020) Engine: 1.6-litre turbopetrol Power/Torque: 121 kW / 240 Nm Transmission: 6 speed automatic Fuel Consumption: 7.9 L/100 km Load space: 520 to 1 630 litres After a short absence, Citroen has come back to SA with 3 Strong products: the C3 compact hatchback, C3 Aircross crossover, and this model which we were lucky enough to have…

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Jaguar XE: Updated for 2021

October 14, 2020 Car and Bike SA

The Jaguar XE now features updated interior and exterior designs, together with latest connected technologies. XE’s luxurious interior retains soft-touch and authentic materials throughout. Everything from the instrument panel topper and console sides to the door armrest and lower cabin are wrapped in tactile materials for improved comfort. A new split-rim steering wheel design further emphasises the attention to detail within the cabin. Elsewhere throughout the cabin, details include an embossed Jaguar Leaper on the headrests and a new quilt design is available for the seating. Enhanced Cabin Air Ionisation…

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Mahindra Pik Up Automatic(2020) Review

October 13, 2020October 14, 2020 Car and Bike SA

We Like: Higher cab height, comfortable seats, well priced, Infotainment system, Off-Road Performance. We Don’t Like: B Pillar Feels little too far forward, interior rubber finishes around windows and all round build quality. In Summary Retail: R414 900 Engine: 2.2 mHawk Diesel 4cyl engine Power/Torque: 108 kW/320 Nm Transmission: 6-speed Automatic (is available in Manual our Pick) Fuel consumption: 8.1L/100 km (claimed) 8.8/L /100 km (Achieved) Payload capacity: 995 kg With the definition of a Bakkie being skewed lately and turned into a pavement hopper with black wheels and all the bling you can think of it’s good…

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Nissan LEAF celebrates 500 000th vehicle

September 15, 2020 Car and Bike SA

One of the first motor manufactures to pioneer a mass market electric vehicle was Nissan, with the production of the LEAF more than a decade ago. The half a million LEAF models built globally coincides with World EV day on 9 th September 2020. The 500 000 100% electric cars have travelled over 14.8 billion clean-air kilometres contributing towards a more sustainable society preventing more than 2.4 billion kilograms of CO2 emissions. The Nissan LEAF has won many accolades around the globe including Car of the Year 2011 in Europe, World Car of the Year 2011…

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Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo Review South Africa: Specs, Fuel Con, Performance & Price

September 1, 2020August 31, 2026 Car and Bike SA

Suzuki Swift Sport 1.4 Turbo Review – South Africa Current retail price: R493,900 We Love: Price and fuel economy, great handling, performance and all the hot-hatch feels. We Don’t Love: The carbon-fibre-look vinyl might not wear particularly well, while the exhaust note could have been beefier to match the car’s character. Suzuki Swift Sport Highlights Current retail: R493,900 Engine: 1.4-litre 4-cylinder BoosterJet turbocharged petrol Power: 103 kW Torque: 230 Nm Transmission: 6-speed manual, with automatic available Fuel consumption: 6.1 L/100 km claimed Tested fuel consumption: 6.8 L/100 km Load capacity:…

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Mitsubishi ASX(2020) Review and Pricing

September 1, 2020January 29, 2024 Car and Bike SA

We Like: Solid Feeling on the road, 2.0 N/A lots of torque, leg room in the rear, large panoramic roof. We Don’t Like: Fuel consumption is average, interior design and trim are a bit bland, a weird squeak from the back of the front seats – might be car specific. In Summary Retail: R414 900 Engine: 2.0L MIVEC DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder Power/Torque: 103 kW/220 Nm Transmission: 6-speed CVT (is available in Manual our Pick) Fuel consumption: 7.9L/100km (Combined Cycle) (claimed) 8.1L/100 km (Achieved) Load capacity: 406-1 120 litres The Mitsubishi ASX has had a pretty drastic facelift, starting…

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VW Transporter (2021) Pricing and Specifications

September 1, 2020 Car and Bike SA

A legend in South Africa the Volkswagen Kombi and Caravelle have been best-sellers for the past six decades. The T-series range consists of the Pick-up (Single and double cab), Panel-van, Crew bus, Kombi, Caravelle and California. Going on sale from January 2021 the face lifted line-up will now be called the T6.1 and will be sold in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. So what is New! From an exterior point of view the radiator grill is significantly larger and forms a single stylish unit with the new bumper. Two chrome-plated cross-bars link…

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Mercedes Benz V-Class V 300d now available in South Africa

August 25, 2020August 27, 2020 Car and Bike SA

Introducing the all new MB V-Class. Its been five years since the V-Class was last updated and launched into the South African market. Since then the V-Class has exceeded sales targets not only in SA but also globally making this multi-purpose vehicle a success story. Mercedes Benz has now introduced the all new V-Class 300d into this already successful segment and intends selling this model to both families for leisure activities and business customers for work purposes. Equipped with a four-cylinder OM 654 engine, with a 2.0-litre displacement and boasting 176kW of power and 500Nm of…

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Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 S-Edition (2020) Review and Pricing

August 24, 2020March 25, 2022 Car and Bike SA

We Love: Price and fuel economy, fair handling, infotainment, Spacious and practical cabin layout We Don’t Love: Lack of light behind the steering wheel at night, Quirky looks, Body roll at higher speeds Highlights: Retail: R147 900 (as tested) Engine: 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol 12v Power/Torque: 50 kW/90 Nm Transmission: 5-speed manual (is available in Automatic) Fuel consumption: 4.9 L/100 km (claimed) 5.2L/100 km (Achieved) Load capacity: 239 litres Safety rating: Five-star (NCAP 2020) For 2020 the Suzuki S-Presso arrived right in the middle of Covid-19 Lockdown in South Africa. I stand corrected, but it was the first car launched via…

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Isuzu D-Max X-Rider(2020) Spec and Pricing

August 11, 2020 Car and Bike SA

Isuzu D-Max X-Rider Range Addition. The very popular X-Rider variant of the Isuzu D-Max line up is about to have a new addition to the range. The current 2.5 HO diesel engine range has three options, 1) 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider (R405 652) 2) 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider A/T (R421 043) 3) 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider 4×4 (R451 478) The new introduction is a special edition D-Max 3.0 TD Double Cab X-Rider Automatic. Building on the success of the current range the 3.0 TD X-Rider comes with… a) A more powerful engine b)…

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SA Pricing for all-new Volkswagen T-Roc (2020)

August 5, 2020August 5, 2020 Car and Bike SA

The T-Roc, has been much antisipated for the SA market which slots in above the T-Cross and just below the Tiguan in the Volkswagen SUV range, offers maximum personalisation, innovative digitalisation, perfect connectivity, class-leading driver assistance systems, dynamic engines and a modern and expressive design. The T-Roc, which will go on sale from November 2020 and will be available in the following derivatives; 1.4 TSI 110kW Design, 2.0 TSI 140kW 4MOTION® DSG® Design 2.0 TSI 140kW 4MOTION® DSG® R-Line. Recommended Retail Price (VAT and emissions tax included) T-Roc 1.4 TSI…

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New Maserati Ghibli Hybrid.

July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 Car and Bike SA

Maserati joins the electrified vehicle club with the new Ghibli Hybrid, it had to happen, with so many car manufacturers offering an alternative to petrol driven cars, the new Maserati Ghibli enters the world of electrification. An electric Maserati retaining the unmistakable sound that has always distinguished every Maserati will now join the Maserati model range. Blue in colour chosen to identify their cars with hybrid technology the new world it represents. The blue colour theme is carried through on the three iconic side air ducts, the brake callipers and the thunderbolt in the oval that…

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Mahindra TUV 300(2020) Pricing and Spec

July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 Car and Bike SA

Although only available in the top specification T8 model, the all new Mahindra TUV300 is now on offer in South Africa, retailing for a very competitive R254 999. Looking even more bolder than before, the most dramatic updates are visible from the front where a new-look grille is fitted, incorporating front headlamps, and a new lower front bumper. The grille is the most aggressive interpretation of the Mahindra five-slot facia with wide chrome-lined slats topped with a chrome lining. The redesigned headlamps have a fresh carbon-black finish to merge with the black-and-chrome grille. The air intake has been…

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Range Rover Celebrates 50 years. The New Range Rover Fifty(2020)

July 23, 2020July 28, 2020 Car and Bike SA

The Range Rovers celebrations are focused around the 50-year anniversary of pioneering innovation, producing unparalleled all-terrain capable vehicles of choice. To mark this milestone Range Rover is offering new special editions and introducing a straight-six Ingenium engine. As the original SUV has defined the market since 1,970, only 1,970 units of the “Range Rover Fifty” will be made available and will join the Westminster and Westminster Black editions. The efficient straight-six Ingemium diesel engines will debut in the 2020 Range Rover incorporating 48V Mild Hybrid Electric vehicle technology for reduced fuel consumption and heightened refinement. Enhancements…

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