New Renault Captur bolder, smarter and more refined
- Product News
- 9 December 2025
New vehicles, reviews and more.
Renault added two models to its Duster range, both called Techroad with an emphasis on the off-roader look.
Mercedes-Benz upgraded the expensive V-Class with more horses in the form of the V300d
From January next year, South Africans will be able to buy a face-lifted version of their favourite Volksie Bus or as it is called, the Transporter range.
MINI is the latest manufacturer that will have a new, an all-electric offering for South African customers in the shape of the MINI Cooper SE with first deliveries scheduled for October.
A combination of diesel and electric power is on the cards for the Range Rover Sport. The Range Rover will also be upgraded towards the end of this year.
Renault launched the new Mégane R.S. 300 Trophy in South Africa with 221 kW, which tops the Cup’s 205 kW from the same 1800 turbo-charged petrol engine. The ‘300’ in the name refers to the amount of horsepower (300) delivered by the engine.
The Suzuki X-Rider, which started out as a limited edition in 2016, is now an established part of the Isuzu D-Max bakkie range with a new D-MAX 3.0 TD Double Cab X-Rider Auto added to the range.
Kia has launched a new city-slicking delivery version of its entry-level Kia Picanto Start, named the Runner.
Renault has upped its SUV and Crossover offerings in South Africa with the introduction of the face-lifted Koleos and an additional model in the Sandero Stepway range.
Ford has launched a Wildtrak-based special edition in the form of the Ford Ranger Thunder.
VW has launched a special edition of its 7th generation Golf as a final hurrah before the introduction of the Golf 8.
Hyundai has introduced a Venue Limited Edition with two-tone colour treatment and an upgraded interior.
Volkswagen launched the T-Roc during level 3 lockdown. This is its fifth SUV model, which includes the T-Cross, Tiguan, Allspace and the Touareg.
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