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Rumours and wishful renderings have suggested that a Suzuki-badged Land Cruiser model is in the pipeline, however, Suzuki SA has confirmed that’s far from the truth. Image: Render Last week a render popped up with a caption that alluded to the seemingly imminent adoption of Toyota’s Herculean Land Cruiser 300 model in Suzuki’s range which consists mainly of compact models. Looking for your next new or used Toyota? Find it here on CARmag’s listing platform! Furthermore, it also stated that the supposed Suzuki-badged Land Cruiser would be placed under the “S-Presso” moniker. At the same time, the render imagined an almost undisturbed Land Cruiser bearing four trapezoidal grille accents, that characterize the regular and real-world S-Presso model, which flank the familiar Suzuki Badge. Related: 2024 Land Cruiser to Wear a Retro Face According to Teasers “Suzuki Auto SA can confirm that the rumours claiming that Suzuki will adopt Toyota’s Land Cruiser into its ranks under the S-Pr...

Mahindra has recently teased the new Scorpio N bakkie that is scheduled to be unveiled in Cape Town on the 15th of August 2023, while the production version is expected to arrive early in 2025. Image: Mahindra During the unveiling event, Mahindra will also showcase the brand’s future mobility plans. Not many details have been disclosed about the model so far, but it is known that, like the anticipated five-door Thar, the upcoming Mahindra bakkie will be based on the Scorpio N platform which features a longer wheelbase. The teaser video clearly demonstrates its capability to handle rough terrain, thanks to the off-road spec tyres. Image: Mahindra The production version, rumoured to arrive in 2025, may offer two body styles: a single cab and a double cab. Powertrain details have not been revealed yet but it’s likely that the expected model will share its powerplant with the Scorpio N SUV. This means potential options for both petrol and diesel engines, with six-speed manual or a...

Losing significant market share to pumped-up SUVs over the past several years, there are still hatchbacks on offer in the South African market. Here are 30 to consider ranging from economy to elegance. Get ready for a close look at a list of hatchbacks from every brand currently on the market. From budget-friendly models to the height of luxury, we’ll cover what every brand has to offer. Whether you’re into affordable cars’ practical charm or premium brands’ stunning elegance, 2023 has something for everyone. This is shaping to be a diverse year with various options in the hatchback market. We’ve even got a recently launched AMG valued at above R1,3 million. Let’s dive in and see what’s in store. 1. Suzuki S-Presso 1.0 GL manual – R 169 900 Get a Suzuki S-Presso for Sale at CARmag ! 2. Suzuki Celerio 1.0 GA – 183 900 Image: Suzuki Get a Cheap Suzuki Celerio for Sale at CARmag Get a New Suzuki Celerio for Sale at CARmag 3. Renault Kwid 1.0 Life – R 188 999 Get a Renault Kwi...

Toyota’s sub-division , Gazoo Racing, begins its life in the local market by drip-feeding offshoots of popular monikers. Now, the GR badge can be found in almost half of the firm’s local range. These are all the GR-badged models available in South Africa. Toyota Corolla Cross Toyota aimed to inject some of the Gazoo Racing division’s flare and style into its rather tame people carrier. What this spawned were two range-topping derivatives of the hybrid and all-combustion 1,8-litre Corolla Cross. Changes to the Cross’ formula include different styling of the front bumpers, grilles and fender flares while the most notable hardware enhancements come in the form of new suspension components.  Image: Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 GR-Sport : R495 200 Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid GR-Sport : R533 000 Looking for a new or used Corolla? Find it here with CARmag.  Toyota GR86 The GR-badged 86 stands as the revival of an icon. In partnership with Subaru, this sports coupe offers an enga...

Despite thousands of Toyota Hiace models still roaming the roads, well-kept examples always draw and demand attention. Here is a low-mileage Hiace Custom that is a perfect example from 1988. Image: Gordon’s Auto Traders Toyota and its minibus taxi range have earned an illustrious reputation in and around South Africa. Serving as a key transporter of the millions of commuters on a day-to-day basis, their rise to prominence and popularity in Mzansi began with the second generation of the nameplate. Looking for a new or used Toyota? Browse here. It was however the third generation, H50-H90, that earned undeniable success from its inception in 1982. So popular was the model, that production ran all the way until 2007, including assembly at Toyota’s Prospecton facility – as is shown on its VIN plate. South Africans even granted it the period-correct nickname of Zola Budd because “it manages to continue running after so many years”. Just 6 years after production started did the model ...

After its international launch last week, several iterations of Mitsubishi’s double-cab body on frame bakkie began emerging. Now is the turn of the Lowered Triton; a demonstration of what the bakkie could be if its utilitarian function were to be negated. Last week, Mitsubishi went beyond the simple unveiling of the new Triton. Alongside the standard production model and the rally bakkie, they presented a wide array of fully accessorized versions. Looking for a new or used bakkie? Browse here with CARmag.  The boxy-shaped Triton we are now all familiar with was showcased in a special “Lifestyle Zone” featuring multiple flavours and different modifying opportunities for buyers with specific tastes and deep pockets. Watch the video of the “Lifestyle Zone” from the launch in the embedded video below. One variant that stood out was based on the club cab, boasting an aggressive body kit and a lowered sports suspension which completely negates its bakkie function, but shows how sporty...