Volkswagen’s new SUV coupé, the Taigo, is now locally available and fits in between the T-Cross and the T-Roc in Volkswagen’s T SUV model range.
Three models, the Life, Style and R-Line, will all use the 1.0 TSI engine (3-cylinder turbo) with 85 kW and 200 Nm with drive going through a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
Standard features on the Life include LED taillights, a Digital Cockpit, 6.5-inch Composition Colour infotainment system with the Style version adding LED matrix headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels and a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro, Active Info Display and an 8-inch Composition Media infotainment system.
In addition to the standard features in the Style, the Taigo R-Line comes standard with a black headliner, stainless steel pedals, privacy glass for rear side windows and rear windows as well as 17-inch Valencia alloy wheels. The top-of-the-range Taigo’s bumpers are distinguished by their striking R-Line design. In the front bumper, the high-gloss black cross and longitudinal bars of the air intakes convey a unique and charismatic sense of dynamism.
Taigo Life 1.0 TSI (R429 900), Taigo Style 1.0 TSI (R464 100) and the Taigo R-Line 1.0 TSI (R486 000).
The Kia Carens nameplate makes its return to South Africa, this time as a seven‑seater designed with families in mind. It combines Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) styling with Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) practicality, offering space, comfort and efficiency, Kia says.
Volvo has confirmed that its vehicles will now integrate Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence system. This development builds on the company’s existing collaboration with Google, which already provides Android Automotive OS and Google services in Volvo models.
New vehicle sales in 2026 continued their positive trend in April, with the 47 979 units sold marking the best April figure since 2013. This represents a remarkable performance by local automotive retailers despite a host of economic headwinds and a challenging trading environment.
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The Kia Carens nameplate makes its return to South Africa, this time as a seven‑seater designed with families in mind. It combines Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) styling with Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) practicality, offering space, comfort and efficiency, Kia says.
The Omoda C4 has been unveiled at the Beijing International Auto Show, marking the latest addition to the brand’s crossover lineup.
JAC Motors South Africa has introduced the T8 2.0L CTi Comfort 4x2 double cab and at R349 900 (VAT included), making it the lowest-priced double cab currently available in the country.
