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Citroën C3 the best of the bunch?

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Prepare to be dazzled by the Citroën C3, a stylish masterpiece that brings the signature exuberance synonymous with Citroën models to the fast-growing B-segment, all at an irresistible price tag. Bid farewell to the sophisticated yet niche outgoing Citroën C3 hatchback, as its successor is an all-new, budget-friendly compact crossover. Stellantis has designed this gem to captivate a broader audience, introducing them to the allure of the Citroën brand. Behold the Citroën C3! While paying homage to its compatriot brand Renault’s success with its “priced-to-go” offerings, the new C3 retains…

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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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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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Updated Peugeot 3008 GT-Line Road Test

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OPULENT from the moment you open the door. The 2021 Peugeot 3008 GT is the pinnacle model in its mid-sized SUV range, offering class and comfort. To stand out from the crowd, it sports Chrome exterior highlights, grille and branding featuring high polished, eye catching wheels.

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Enhanced Jaguar F-PACE SUV now in South Africa

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The Jaguar F-Pace came to South Africa in early 2016 and contributed significantly to unit sales of the Jaguar range, soon becoming the best- selling model in the line-up. By November 2016 the F-Pace had sold 304 units followed by the XE at 228 units, F-Type at 153 units and XF with 148 units. The XJ was losing ground at this stage only managing to sell 19 units. Now in August 2021 Jaguar have upgraded the F-PACE SUV to ensure the model continues to sell and be appealing to Jaguar…

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Driven: Peugeot 2008 SUV(2021)

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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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New Jaguar E-Pace now available(2021) Spec and Pricing

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The new Jaguar E-Pace with feature enhancements, improved exterior and more powerful engines arrives in SA. So, what is the difference from the outside. A new mesh grille design with diamond detailing and the Jaguar heritage logo featuring Noble Chrome finish. New side fender vents with the iconic Leaper emblem and new front all-LED headlights with Double J Daytime Running lights. Rear bumper features a mesh insert sitting between the integrated tail pipes that are standard with four-cylinder petrol engines. The R-Dynamic trim has additional black Exterior Pack, which delivers an even more dynamic appearance with bespoke elements…

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Countdown to New Lexis IS(2020)

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The first quarter of 2021 will see the South African launch of the new Lexus IS. The local line-up of the re-styled Lexus IS sports sedan will comprise three model derivatives, all projecting new levels of design, luxury, imaginative technology and leading driving dynamics. The new innovated design projects a very sporty style. The Spindle Grille features a three-dimensional structure that originates from the foremost tip of the grille, combining with a mesh pattern to achieve a sporty impression. Two models feature as standard 18-inch alloy wheels replacing the 17-inch on previous models. The top of…

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Mini John Cooper Works GP in South Africa(2021)

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The original Mini Cooper appeared in 1961 when Formula One team owner John Cooper bored out the standard car’s engine and fitted it with twin carburettors. He also added disc brakes and a close-ratio gearbox making the car a hit on the rally stages. A legend was born giving BMW a reason in 2001 to relaunch the Cooper badge to its customers. Now today in 2020 the New MINI Cooper Works GP is launched in South Africa offering the select few a chance to own the fastest MINI approved for road use. I say the select…

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Mitsubishi ASX(2020) Review and Pricing

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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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Ford Everest Range Expanded(2020)Spec & Pricing

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The Ford Motor Company of South Africa has bolstered its Everest seven-seater sports utility vehicle line up with the addition of a new XLT 4×4 derivative powered by the impressive and frugal 2.0-litre Single Turbo engine combined with Fords advanced 10-speed automatic transmission. This new derivative slots into the range perfectly just above the XLT 4×2. Equipped with a 2.0 Single Turbo diesel engine producing 132 kW of power and 420Nm of torque available from 1 750 to 2 500 r/min – with up to 340Nm available from as low as 1 250 r/min. The 10-speed trend-setting automatic transmission features…

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VW Transporter (2021) Pricing and Specifications

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  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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New Jaguar F-TYPE(202) Spec and Pricing

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Available in both Coupe and Convertible the new two-seater Jaguar F-Type has arrived in South Africa. Evolved from its World Car Design winning predecessors form the new arrival has plenty to offer buyers in this select segment. Three engine options are available to SA consumers starting with the 221kW/400Nm lngenuim 2.0 litre 4-cylinder P300. This version takes 5.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h achieving a top speed of 250km/h and averaging a 7.2l/100km fuel consumption. Next is the 3.0 litre V6 P380 producing 280 kW and 460Nm reaching 0-100kms in just 4.9 seconds. This V6 offers…

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

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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)

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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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Suzuki Vitara 1.4T GLX (2020) Review & Pricing

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We Love: Great performance and fuel economy, sound ride and handling, infotainment, practical cabin We Don’t Love: Price, Rear passenger leg room, Dash information distracting to operate/scroll, hard plastic door cards. Highlights: Retail: R396 900 Engine: 1.4-litre turbo petrol 16v Power/Torque: 103 kW/220 Nm Transmission: 6-speed manual (is available in Automatic) Fuel consumption: 5.8 L/100 km (claimed) 6.2L/100 km (Achieved) Load capacity: 375-1 120 litres Fuel: 6.3L/100km (ADR Combined) CO2: 174g/km (ADR Combined) Safety rating: Five-star (NCAP 2015) For 2020 the Suzuki Vitara has come in for one of those gently evolutionary, kinda-hard-to-spot…

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KIA PICANTO RUNNER(2020)

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In this day and age with all the challenges the world is facing, the consumer of today is demanding the product they purchase to be delivered to their home. Whether it’s a new laptop, iPhone, groceries or simple your evening meal, the buyer wants the merchandise delivered straight to the door. Maybe it’s appropriate Kia has decided to launch its all new Picanto Runner. A compact and cost effective urban delivery vehicle with all the traditional drivers comforts. Practical space and 350kg payload, the Kia Picanto Runner includes unlimited kilometre warranty and standard Kia Care Package. Not…

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New MEGANE R.S. 300 TROPHY New features and Pricing (2020)

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The New MEGANE R.S. 300 TROPHY is the ultimate fusion of exceptional design and heart-racing performance and now offers a multitude of enhanced Renault Sport features, namely: An even sportier exclusive design – On the exterior, the R.S. 300 Trophy boasts exclusive side panel Trophy insignia, a distinctive Sport front bumper with F1 blade, a specific Rear Diffuser, an intelligent central exhaust pipe and unique Jerez Triple Tone 19″ wheels. The interior presents signature Recaro seats, finished in Alcantara, with racy red top-stitching on the upholstery as well as Alcantara…

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The all-new KIA Carnival is expected to make its South African debut in 2021.

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Dubbed a ‘Grand Utility Vehicle’, the new model boasts a design evolution for the Kia Carnival. The fourth-generation model builds on its predecessors’ heritage with a more of an upgraded appearance that draws on the overarching design ethos that links all KIA cars’ design identity. Matched with highly detailed, futuristic, and SUV-inspired design elements, the new model brings a stronger, more stylish presence to the mid-sized MPV segment. The new Carnival features a shorter front overhang, with the base of the A-pillar moved backwards to create a longer hood. Its…

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