Strong demand drives SA to decade-high vehicle sales
The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations by posting another month of exceptional growth.
- Industry News
- 4 November 2025
Mercedes-Benz Vans has given the V-Class an entirely new, more sophisticated design.
The V-Class is primarily known for its luxurious stature, and with the addition of the V-Class Marco Polo this will undoubtably take the V-Class to a whole new level of class and comfort.
Mercedes-Benz Vans HQ unveiled its new mid-sized segment with a changed exterior design as well as interior upgrades in Stuttgart, Germany.
The exterior design will give the V-Class a more distinctive and unique design. The front grille of the V-Class has a more elegant design and will also have newly designed LED lights.
Marinus Venter (General Manager of Product & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Vans SA) says they are delighted with the latest versions of their esteemed V-Class and Vito models, representing another step forward in their commitment to enhancing luxury in private life and elevating premium character in business.
“These new editions exemplify our dedication to innovation, design and quality. Although we have no confirmed timeline as of yet, we hope to see these vehicles in South Africa in the next 18-24 months,” he says.
Full details of the models, specifications and performance will be known closer to the South African unveiling of the new V-Class and Vito.
The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations by posting another month of exceptional growth.
According to a Reuters report, Renault is engaged in active discussions with several automobile manufacturers, including China's Chery, as the French company explores opportunities for collaborative production and distribution agreements.
South Africa’s new-vehicle market continued its upward trajectory in October 2025, supported by easing inflation, a firmer rand, continued signs of improving consumer sentiment and demand recovery in key export markets.
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