Category: Budget & Entry-Level

Got R300k? These are the used cars I’d buy instead of going new

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Got R300k? These are the used cars I’d buy instead of going new If you’ve got around R300,000 to spend on a car, buying new isn’t necessarily the smartest thing you can do with your money. We’ve already looked at the best new cars available for under R300,000, but the used market tells a rather different story. Instead of a small hatchback with an entry-level specification, R300,000 gets you into proper compact SUVs, larger family cars, automatic transmissions, better equipment and, in some cases, cars that originally cost considerably more…

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Got R300k? These Are the Best New Cars You Can Buy in South Africa

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The best new cars you can buy for under R300,000 in South Africa right now If you have R300,000 to spend on a new car in South Africa, you are no longer shopping in a market where the answer is simply “buy the cheapest thing you can find”. There are some genuinely good cars available for less than R300,000 in 2026. In fact, the choice is probably better than it has been for some time, with established names such as Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai and Kia being challenged by newer…

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Nissan South Africa Introduces All-New Gravite Amid Rising Chinese Competition

Ray Stewart
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The Nissan Gravite has officially launched in South Africa as the brand looks to regain market share in an increasingly competitive environment dominated by Chinese manufacturers. It has already taken the decision to sell its local manufacturing plant and in the future import product which has been built in its Indian factory. (Ironically, the buyer of the SA plant is the Chery Auto group a Chinese competitor to Nissan). In an effort to try and regain some lost market share Nissan is bringing to South Africa the all-new Indian built…

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Most Fuel-Efficient Cars in South Africa (Save on Petrol in 2025)

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With petrol prices constantly on the rise in South Africa, fuel efficiency has become one of the most important factors for car buyers in 2025. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a daily commuter, or simply want to reduce your running costs, choosing the right vehicle can make a massive difference to your monthly budget. In this guide, we look at the most fuel-efficient cars in South Africa for 2025, covering affordable hatchbacks, reliable sedans, and even a few hybrid and electric options that help you save big at the pump.…

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Best New Cars Under R250,000 in South Africa (2025)

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Buying cars under 250k South Africa can feel overwhelming — balancing affordability, reliability, and fuel efficiency isn’t easy. In this guide, we cover the best new and used cars under 250k for 2025, helping you make a smart choice without breaking the bank. If your budget is under R250,000, you’ll be glad to know there are still excellent options on the market in 2025. From brand-new entry-level models to reliable second-hand favourites, here’s our guide to the best cars under R250k in South Africa right now. 1. Suzuki S-Presso Price:…

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Review 80 Series Land Cruiser, does it really live up to the hype?

Michael Chiffey Jnr
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We all know that fashion trends always come around full circle, one day skinny jeans are cool, the next day everybody is wearing baggy jeans two sizes too big. Same with sunglasses, nobody could pull off Aviators 10 years ago. Now they’re back in fashion and we can all look like Maverick again. Watches follow the same trend too, Casio sells more 90’s designed watches today than they ever did in the 1990’s. So, are 90’s trends making a come back? Does that mean that 90’s cars are cool again?…

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