Stylish ISUZU mu-X 3.0 range refreshed and expanded for 2023
Isuzu has listened to customer feedback and given its MU-X 7-seat SUV a subtle update for 2023. Here’s what has changed, updated pricing and what it’s like to drive.Up to this week, the Isuzu MU-X was in real danger of being overshadowed in 2023. Following the launch of the new (and recently exp
Introducing the new KIA Seltos CRDI
The Seltos has proven a popular addition to the new-vehicle market; does a 1.5-litre turbodiesel engine markedly improve the package of Kia’s compact family car? We spent a few days putting the 1.5 CRDi EX+ through its paces. Kia is rolling out a slew of crossovers/SUVs. Its current products a
Welcome to the O-Universe
The Omoda C5 is a Chinese crossover with aspirations of venturing into the premium sector. What’s the newcomer like to drive and will Chery’s sub-brand sneak sales from established upmarket brands? Omoda is the premium arm of the Chery brand and, in other markets where this model is sold, it’s
Citroën C5 Aircross : Absolute Comfort in an Even More Distinctive Design
When Citroen returned to South Africa with a 3-model line-up in late 2019, many consumers were sceptical about the long-term prospects of the French brand (now part of the Stellantis group) in our market. However, Citroen’s products – from the compact C3 to the C5 Aircross (the C1 city car has b
Nissan introduces the rebirth of an icon with launch of the third generation Qashqai
Like waiting for your favourite band’s 3rd album, South African motorists have had to be very patient in anticipation of the 3rd-gen Nissan Qashqai, which was launched in Europe in 2020. However, I can confirm that, after having seen a few and even driven one in real life, the latest iteration of
A new era for Suzuki as next-generation Baleno bows in
Suzuki calls this the “new” Baleno; Toyota says its Starlet has been “updated”. But, considering that Suzuki Auto SA, which had the top-selling passenger car in the new-vehicle market last year, introduced the Baleno 6 years ago – and has upgraded it slightly since – it clearly wants to
Mahindra revitalises Africa’s safest car
Mahindra keeps on surprising and delighting South African car buyers, and it’s no different with their latest XUV300 which makes for a compelling argument as a decent compact SUV offering in the local market. Their product design and quality progress have been steady, so their styling is now
The Suzuki S-Presso, one of the best-selling cars in South Africa, just got better.
The Suzuki S-Presso was effectively launched during the hard-lockdown phase of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. As a result, it didn’t receive nearly as much media attention as a new-vehicle launch would usually get. Nonetheless, the high-riding hatchback has garnered many sales (14 000 units) in th
Suzuki Celerio 2022 is a decent and economical budget hatch
For new-car buyers that are shopping on a tight budget, Suzuki’s efficient, affordable and well-specified small cars represent excellent value for money. The latest Celerio budget hatchback, in particular, is a rather compelling proposition in the sub-R200k segment of the market. We review the 1.0
