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Haval Jolion Review: 1.5 S: Linked to the Road

The Haval Jolion S boasts a multi-link rear suspension that improves handling and smooths out the overall ride quality, bringing it more in touch with the road. Additionally, its updated 1.5-litre engine and turbocharger increase power by 25 kW to 130 kW and torque by 60 Nm to 270 Nm, providing a refreshing sense of urgency for overtaking.

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Fiat 500X Review: Cross

Beijing X55 Road Review: 1.5 Premium

Beijing X55 Road Review: 1.5 Premium: Muddying the Waters

Ford Ranger Road Review

Ford Ranger Road Review: Wildtrak 3.0 V6: A Commanding Presence

Ford Everest Platinum 3.0 V6

Ford Everest Review: Platinum 3.0 V6

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Ford’s new Everest Platinum 3.0 V6 does almost everything the company said it would long before the official launch and provides smooth, quiet and efficient mobility. However, talking of long – the gestation period of the Everest (and its Ranger bakkie cousins) was, perhaps, the longest in South African automotive history, going from rumour to conf

Mahindra XUV700 AX7 L Review

Mahindra XUV700 Review: AX7 L

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Flush with technology and occupant comforts, the Mahindra XUV700 AX7 L – admittedly the flagship of the three-model range – strikes the right balance between luxury travel and cost of operation, giving it a high value in terms of value for money. Mahindra has earned its stripes regarding the fit, finish and presentation of the new generation produc

Mahindra Scorpio-N 2.2D Z8L 6AT 4x4

Mahindra Scorpio-N Review: 2.2D Z8L 6AT 4x4

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The Scorpio-N – and yes, there is and will be a reference to a ‘scorpion’ – was formally launched in South Africa in June of last year at the same time as its reveal in India but is now in dealer showrooms with four variants on offer and pricing starting at R465 000 for the base 4x2 model. The variant features six crash bags, disc brakes on all fou

Mercedes-Benz EQB 4Matic Review

Mercedes-Benz EQB Review: 4Matic

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With 215 kW instant power and acceleration from the electric motor, the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic almost seamlessly dealt with the mid-morning Sandton inclement weather and traffic caused by the unpleasant load shedding. The new model can be personalised with the AMG Line equipment package, the MBUX Innovation Package, Advanced Plus Package, and

Proton X50 Review

Proton X50 Review – 1.5T Executive: We Were Not Expecting This

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With a fairly contrived genealogy we were expecting a car equally as muddled. Imagine our surprise, upon delivery of the Proton X50, finding a well-consolidated compact SUV. There's a lot to love here, and we suspect that the Proton has what it takes to do the distance, literally and figuratively in a soft roader-loving Mzansi...

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Road Review: Executive 1,6-Litre TGDI

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At the R500 000 segment, the Chery offers a lot for less money than its nearest price competitors: the Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4TSI 110 kW, Honda CR-V 2.0 Comfort and Hyundai Tucson 2.0 Executive – with a smaller engine than all but the Volkswagen but still offering more power and torque than the other three.

Kia Sportage GT-Line

Kia Sportage Road Review: 1.6 T-GDi GT-Line

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The first-generation Kia Sportage made its debut in 1993 and, during its 10-year lifespan, was offered in various body styles, including a short and long-wheelbase five-door model and a three-door convertible. All Sportage models have an Unlimited Kilometre/5-year warranty, including Roadside Assistance and a pre-paid 6-year / 90 000 km service pla

Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland

Jeep Grand Cherokee Road Review: 3,6-Litre L Overland

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It dominates the road and, like a schoolboy bully, exudes an air of menacing superiority, implying beware to any that dare enters its space. It is the latest generation Jeep Grand Cherokee in the Overland trim specification, which is the middle of the three-option range locally.

New Hyundai Venue

Hyundai Venue Road Review: 1.0 N Line

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The new flagship variant in the Hyundai Venue range, the N Line, brings unique styling details and a subtle hint of what could be. The N Line traverses the roads through a three-cylinder, 1.0-litre turbo-charged petrol engine generating 88 kW of power.

Ford EcoSport Review: Active 1.0 EcoBoost Automatic

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The EcoSport Active 1.0 EcoBoost Automatic has Ford Protect comprising a 4-year/120 000 km warranty, 4-year/unlimited distance Roadside Assistance and a 5-year/unlimited kilometre corrosion warranty. The recommended service interval is 15 000 km or annually, whichever occurs first.

BMW M4 Review: Competition xDrive Convertible

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From ocean-front attention-grabber to rip-snorting curve conqueror, the split personality of the BMW M4 Competition xDrive Convertible is well-nourished by the 373 kW six-cylinder that throbs – or snarls – beneath the long bonnet. To give this some perspective, the BMW plays in the same sandpit as the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet and Mercedes-AM

Jeep Gladiator Review: Rubicon 3,6 Litre Pentastar V6

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Heads turn as the Jeep Gladiator glides by imperiously. Even loyalists of competing brands surreptitiously nod their heads in approval before guiltily glancing around to ascertain they remain conspicuous while betraying their chosen marque. At R1 299 900, I think it is pricey (darn import duties and levies) and, with average fuel consumption of 12

Kia Sonet Review: 1.0 T-Gdi EX+

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Kia has added another flagship derivative to the Sonnet range. Power for the new Kia Sonet 1.0 T-GDi comes from the 1,0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine providing 88 kW at 6 000 r/min and 172 Nm of torque on a plateau from 1 500 r/min – 4 000 r/min, all mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (7DCT).

Ford Ranger Review: 2.0 Litre Bi-Turbo Raptor Special Edition

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The Ford Ranger Raptor Special Edition drives through a 2,0-litre Bi-Turbo diesel engine that delivers a maximum power of 157 kW and 500 Nm torque. It utilises a small high-pressure turbo and a big low-pressure turbo to optimise performance throughout the engine speed range, together with Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission.

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