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New Look Suzuki Swift (2021)

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The model which is driving the success for Suzuki in South Africa is the Suzuki “Swift”, selling 749 units in March 2021 from a total number of units sold of 1 962 (38% of total sales). The Swift is also South Africa’s top award-winning Budget car of the year. Introduced to the SA market in 2018 the Swift has become a best seller and notched up Car of the year nominations in South Africa, Japan, and Europe. Now its time to give this winner an updated fresh face to ensure it stays on top of the…

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Introducing the new Jaguar I-PACE Black(2021)

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  As car manufactures accept the future of the automobile lies in all-electric powered vehicles they know they need to produce more appealing styled cars to ensure customers continue to buy their brand. Jaguar is one manufacturer which has pushed the boundaries in car design producing the I-Pace full electric model. This vehicle has achieved global recognition and won multiple awards for its outstanding design. In a further bid to up the tempo Jaguar is now launching the I-Pace Black edition. The Black variant includes a panoramic roof, privacy glass, and black gloss treatment on the mirror…

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Nissan Magnite (2021) Pricing and Spec

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The highly anticipated arrival to South Africa of the compact utility SUV the Nissan Magnite has been confirmed and is now available for purchase. The B-Sport Utility vehicle will compete with the likes of the newly introduced Suzuki Vitara Brezza and the Toyota Urban Cruiser. The Nissan Magnite comes with many first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will surely attract new buyers in this category to the Nissan brand. The Around View Monitor (AVM) is one of these features which provides the driver with a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle. Other Best-in class…

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Toyota Prius (2021) Spec and Pricing

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The Toyota Prius is no stranger to the automobile market especially on the global stage where celebrities have made it an icon. Now in its 4 th – generation it continues to stand out from the crowd. Going into 2021 the Prius has been outfitted with some notable upgrades and enhancements aligning it with other premium models in the Toyota stable. Keeping Safety top of mind Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) has been added bringing with it an array of safety aide including Pre-Crash System (PCS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Blind Spot Monitor…

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Ford EcoSport BLACK added to EcoSport line-up (2021) Price

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The compact sport utility vehicle segment (C-SUV) has had an unrivalled leader in South Africa since its launch, the Ford EcoSport. To ensure this model holds its number one position Ford have now introduced the limited edition EcoSport Black. As the name would suggest, the popular Ambiente 1.5 Auto has been used as the base model and given many enhancements in black to create the new limited edition. The EcoSport has always been a familiar face on South African roads and the new Black model will be easily recognisable first by the front grill and skid plate…

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V8 Engine for Jaguar F-Type in South Africa(2021)

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The new Jaguar V8 P450 model will be available in both Coupe and Convertible body styles in SA in the second half of 2021. With 331 kW and maximum torque of 580 Nm generated from just 2 500rpm. Presented in all-wheel drive with intelligent Driveline Dynamics or for the purists, rear-wheel drive. Both powertrains achieve 0-100km/h in just 4.6 seconds with maximum speed of 285km/h. All F-TYPEs feature eight-speed Quick-shift transmission with full manual control using either the Sportshift gear selector or gearshift paddles. To enhance the new F-Type, a special edition P450 R-Dynamic Black model will…

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Mercedes Benz Vito Facelift(2021) Spec and Pricing

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In 1996 Mercedes first launched the compact Vito, a van in the 2.6 to 2.8 tonne class which heralded the start of a new age for light-weight commercial vehicles. 25 years and 1.8 million units later the latest facelift Vito is available in Panel Van and Tourer variants with a maximum payload of 1 369 kilograms. The updated Vito has not only been made sportier and more stylish; it is also packed with value-added enhancements. In a time where more and more companies are offering on-line home deliveries the new Vito is an ideal choice as a…

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New RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback(2021) Spec and Pricing

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  Audi has refined the RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback to make it even more suitable for everyday use. The RS 6 Avant is now fourth generation and the RS 7 in its second generation officially available in South Africa from 1 st April 2021. Both models have had body enhancements with the 6 gaining 40 mm in width on each side from its broad flared wheel arches. The 7 sits lower and is now 1,950mm wide at the front fenders. Both models have a new hood together with a power dome and…

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Toyota Urban Cruiser(2021) Spec and Pricing

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In South Africa Toyota dominates the large business and Leisure SUV segment with the Hilux and Fortuner line-up. To address a gap in the small SUV segment, Toyota SA will extend its model offering by introducing the Toyota Urban Cruiser. It’s important to note at this time like the recently launched Starlet, the new Urban Cruiser also comes from the Toyota-Suzuki alliance and is really a re-badged Suzuki Breeza. The customer advantage of this partnership is the comprehensive dealer support, customer service and parts supply network Toyota SA can deliver. The new variant aims at the…

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Ford Everest Sport SUV(2021) Specs and Pricing

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In todays auto sales market one of the most lucrative segments to be in is the Sport Utility Vehicle market. More and more South African consumers are buying into this sector and leaving the four-door saloon segment in the past. The Ford Motor Company has a major contender in the Ranger range and through its Everest offer Ford is bolstering its line-up. Based on the popular Everest XLT, the new Sport derivative includes a host of features and enhancements to the exterior and inside the cabin. Available in 4×2 and 4×4 guise equipped with an…

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Volkswagen Golf GTi MK8(2021) specifications

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  As the hot hatch segment becomes more competitive in South Africa, VW is set to launch the eighth generation Golf GTi which will arrive in the second quarter of 2021. The original GTi was launched at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt 45 years ago, and in South Africa in July 2013, selling 14 252 units since that date. Our local market is the biggest Golf GTi market outside of Europe, 34% of the total seventh generation Golf sales were the GTi derivative and the Golf model range contributes 29.1% of the A Hatch segment in SA.…

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E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet(2021) Spec and pricing

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Mercedes Benz first launched an elegant cabriolet in 1991 and in 1993 renamed it the E-Class. Now in 2021 MB have taken the E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet and added a healthy load of facelifts in most areas of the model including technology, driving assist, infotainment and engine efficiency. In South Africa two models will initially be available at launch. Firstly the 2.0 litre four-cylinder E-200 delivering 145 kW and 320 Nm of torque achieving 0-100 km/ hr in 7.5 seconds. Secondly the E-300 with the same engine but adjusted to deliver 190 kW and 370 Nm…

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Range Rover Sport SVR Carbon Edition(2021) Spec and Price

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Carbon fibre is a light-weight material often used in car manufacturing replacing traditional materials to help contribute to the overall weight of the finished vehicle. Usually used in high performance automobiles with the objective of reducing load and increasing speed. Range Rover has introduced this product into its Sport range launching the SVR Carbon Edition which is the flagship model of the Range Rover line up. You will immediately identify this variant on the road by the carbon fibre centre section of the bonnet also featuring functional integrated cooling vents. Carbon trim has been applied to the…

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Suzuki Vitara Brezza(2021) Options and Spec

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Suzuki has already made many in-roads to the south African Market, achieving record sales from some of the models in the local line up. India is another country where Suzuki has been successful especially with the variant Vitara Brezza which has become India’s most popular compact SUV and has sold 600 000 units since introduction, in 2016. Now the Vitara Brezza lands in SA and is available immediately from any of Suzuki’s 71 dealers. Voted car of the year in India in 2017 the Vitara Brezza has built a loyal following making this model the ideal SUV for…

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New Peugeot 2008 SUV(2021) Options and Spec

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For an automobile manufacturer with a 210 year history, Peugeot has certainly showed its intentions for the future of its brand with the launch of the all new Peugeot 2008 SUV. A car so dynamic in styling, driving experience and advanced technology it will surely be a winner for not only fierce supporters of the Peugeot brand but also fornew buyers in the SUV segment. Bold modern styling the 2008 will project its own personality and certainly stand out from the crowd. Balanced lines and a recessed windshield makes the bonnet more horizontal and creates a…

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All-New Mazda CX-30 Compact SUV For South Africa(2021)

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The 7 th generation Mazda CX-30 compact SUV was first revealed at the Geneva International Motor Show in March 2019 and launched internationally in April 2019. Moving forward into 2021, the new CX-30 is now in South Africa. Slotting into the CX range between the CX-3 and CX-5 the new CX-30 consists of three derivatives, Active, Dynamic and Individual all in front-wheel drive and automatic transmission. Powered by a 2.0L SKYACTIV-G engine, which puts out 121 kW of power at 6 000rmp and 213 Nm of torque at 4 000rpm. Every car across the range comes standard with high…

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The All new Audi R8(2021) Price and Spec

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The Audi R8 is the fastest volume-production model of the Audi sport brand offered in both a Coupe version and Spyder version boasting an even sharper design. Although the official launch in South Africa has been announced for the 1 st April 2021, VIP customers have started taking delivery of the R8 V10 as part of Audi’s pre-launch strategy. So, let’s look at why super car enthusiasts are so excited about the latest Audi R8 to be launched to the world. Power and torque: The engine. The 5,2 FSI in the R8 V10 quattro continues…

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PEUGEOT 2008 SUV Pricing Released (2021)

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  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

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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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BMW 4 Series Coupé(2020) Spec and Pricing

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BMW South Africa has launched the latest generation of the sporty two-door 4 series. Available in three models, the rear wheel drive 420i and 420d are both offered as a standard base option or the M Sport package. The M440i xDrive is offered as an M Performance vehicle. BMW continues with the new enlarged prominent kidney grille in the 4 series which also assists the engines high cooling air requirements. Slim contour LED headlamps complete the front end and stylish darkened LED rear lights with eye-catching L-shaped elegance complement the coupe’ proportions. The sculptured shoulders and…

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