Toyota SA Hands Starlet and Starlet Cross Safety Upgrades and Extended Service Plan

Toyota South Africa Motors has handed the Starlet and Starlet Cross a round of safety updates, while introducing a new service plan to these hatchback and compact-crossover packages.

2025 Toyota Starlet

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In a bid to reinforce the brand’s commitment to safety and value, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has handed the entry-level and mid-tier Starlet and Starlet Cross packages a round of upgrades. With the latter, Xi- and Xs-spec Starlet derivatives, along with Xs-grade Starlet Cross variants, gain side and curtain airbags (on top of the existing driver and front passenger items).

In addition to the upgrade to safety, the local arm of the Japanese automaker has also extended the 45 000 km service plan that was previously included as standard. The Starlet and Starlet Cross, which we evaluated for a road test in February 2025, are now sold with a four services/60 000 km item. A three-year/100 000 km warranty is included with the purchase.

2025 Toyota Starlet Price in SA

  • Starlet 1.5 Xi MT – R268 300
  • Starlet 1.5 Xs MT – R275 900
  • Starlet 1.5 Xs AT – R297 900
  • Starlet 1.5 XR MT – R307 600
  • Starlet 1.5 XR AT – R327 600

“With these specification updates, we’re not only expanding the safety features across more grades but also enhancing the Toyota ownership experience,” said Tasneem Lorgat, General Manager of Marketing Communications at TSAM. “It’s our way of showing customers that we are committed to offering cars that are as safe as they are enjoyable to own and drive.”

2025 Toyota Starlet Cross Price in SA

  • Starlet Cross 1.5 Xs MT – R299 900
  • Starlet Cross 1.5 Xs AT – R330 500
  • Starlet Cross 1.5 XR MT – R347 900
  • Starlet Cross 1.5 XR AT – R368 500

The Starlet and Starlet Cross aren’t the only models to receive upgrades in 2025, however. As a reminder, in August, TSAM handed the Urban Cruiser lineup a host of spec updates, which included the fitment of a larger infotainment touchscreen and leather trim for the steering wheel, among other items.

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