The Car Guide

Mitsubishi has announced when the new Pajero will make its official global debut. Here’s when the veil will be lifted off the Japanese automaker’s Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and Ford Everest rival. Image: Mitsubishi Officially confirmed in June 2026, the ‘Pajero’ nameplate is set to make its return. Following the release of several teasers, including an image showcasing new off-road gauges , Mitsubishi has now confirmed when the next-generation Pajero will be unveiled. Mitsubishi has largely remained tight-lipped surrounding technical details of its Ford Everest and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado rival. However, we do know the new Pajero is based on the same ladder-frame platform underpinning the Triton bakkie. The Pajero will adopt model-specific suspension. 2027 Mitsubishi Pajero reveal date Mitsubishi has confirmed via social media that the new Pajero will be revealed on 2 September 2026 . The firm has yet to confirm powertrain options. However, we expect the Pajero to employ Mitsu...

First unveiled in 1989, the Toyota RAV FOUR would go on to dominate sales decades after its initial launch. We detail the original concept. Image: Toyota To many, the Toyota RAV4 is considered the car that essentially kicked off the trendy crossover/SUV craze when it first hit the global market back in 1994, but its progenitor can be traced back to a concept unveiled at the 1989 Tokyo Motor Show. Back then, SUVs weren’t the versatile creatures that they are today. Size-wise, they tended to be considerably larger than the hatchbacks, sedans and station wagons that were the daily drivers of choice at that time. They also tended to favour utility and off-road capability over any semblance of town-friendliness or comfort – utilising ladder-frame chassis and live-axle suspension setups that, while durable, served up a decidedly uncomfortable ride and handling that could only be described as clumsy. Furthermore, in markets such as Japan, these vehicles often attracted addition...

Chery has bolstered its local Tiggo 7 lineup with the introduction of the Distinction Dark Edition, the new entry point to the range. See pricing and specs below… Image: Chery Positioned as the new entry point in the local Tiggo 7 range, Chery has introduced the Distinction Dark Edition, which brings with it “a series of exterior and interior changes”. On the outside, this model features a black front grille and window surrounds, as well as black 18-inch alloy wheels. Rear privacy glass is also included. The dark theme continues to the interior, with black synthetic leather upholstery and matching detailing. The steering wheel, with rake-and-reach adjustment, is also trimmed in synthetic leather. This derivative is available in four new colours, namely Khaki White, Carbon Black, Phantom Grey, and a two-tone Black and White. As standard, this derivative also features 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment, replete with smartphone screen mirroring, a six-speaker sound system, reverse-view...

For the 2026 model year, MG has introduced a selection of upgrades to the local MG3 lineup. See pricing below… Image: MG Included with the updates made to the MG3, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone screen mirroring are now standard across the range. Luxury+ trim gains two front USB Type-C ports and a new high-definition 360-degree surround-view camera array. MG has also introduced two new exterior colour options: Medal Silver and Andean Grey. “These updates are a direct response to what our customers value most – intuitive technology, modern design, and everyday practicality,” said Jack Wang, Vice President of MG Motor South Africa . “With these updates to the MG3 range, we continue to deliver more as standard, making advanced features and connectivity accessible to a broader audience.” 2026 MG3 price in SA Pricing for the updated MG3 range kicks off at R269 900 and tops out at R469 900. Included with the price as standard are a five-year/150 000 km warranty ...

Leaked images of the updated Jetour T2 have been leaked online ahead of its official reveal at the 2026 Chengdu Motor Show. Image: autohome.com.cn The Jetour T2 made its global debut in 2023. Now, three years later, the facelifted version of the Chinese automaker’s ever-popular SUV is set to be unveiled at the 2026 Chengdu Motor Show, which takes place from 21-30 August. And ahead of the updated model’s official reveal, leaked images have surfaced online. The revised T2 adopts a new front fascia, replete with round headlamps in lieu of the current model’s square units. Fresh daytime-running lights and a light strip are also present. The ‘Jetour’ lettering has been moved from the grille to the leading edge of the bonnet. The soon-to-be-revealed model also sports fresh fore and aft bumpers, and more prominent wheel arches. The refreshed T2 measures 4 827 mm in length, making it 42 mm longer than the current T2. The width, height, and wheelbase remain unc...

We’ve rounded up the five most affordable plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) available in South Africa in 2026. See the list below… 5. Chery Tiggo 7 1.5T CSH Plug-in Hybrid Plus – from R619 900 Image: Peet Mocke Claiming fourth spot on the list is the Chery Tiggo 7 CSH (Chery Super Hybrid) in Plus specification, priced from R619 900. The new-energy SUV’s PHEV powertrain pairs a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a single electric motor. The Tiggo 7 CSH is produces a combined system output of 265 kW and 310 N.m, delivered to the front axle via a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). On a full charge, the Tiggo 7 CSH’s 18.3 kWh battery serves up a claimed 93 km electric-only operating range. Chery claims a combined driving range of 1 200 km. 4. Geely E5 EM-i Aspire – from R599 999 Image: Geely Placing third, the Geely E5 EM-i Aspire is priced from R599 999. The Geely’s PHEV system pairs a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine...