Road tests
16.8.2018 10:00 am
DRIVEN: New Toyota Etios Sport is eye candy
All in all, it looks pretty much like the Toyota title-leading rally car.
For Toyota South Africa, the Etios range is an absolute favourite.
DRIVEN: New Toyota Etios Sport is eye candy
All in all, it looks pretty much like the Toyota title-leading rally car.
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Road tripping in the all-new Isuzu mu-X
It has a touchscreen infotainment system, a good sound system, and it’scapable of doing serious off-roading – perfect for a holiday.
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Safety is number one in new Volkswagen Golf GTD
These include Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control with Front Assist and Autonomous Emergency Braking System.
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Toyota C-HR Luxury is a range topper
Safety, looks and a powerful engine all rolled in one with this edgy model.
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DRIVEN: Toyota Etios Sport
The limited-run Sport gets its essence from the Etios Sprint and both share the 1.5 petrol engine common to all Etios models.
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ROAD TEST: Jekyll and Hyde BMW M5 breaks all the records
Biggest difference between previous model and this one is addition of M xDrive.
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New Jaguar XE S goes head-to-head with well-established German tree
Although pricey, it is fun to drive and offers plenty of comfort and refinement.
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High-class Lamborghini Urus arrives in SA
With 119.5kW/l it claims one of the highest specific power outputs in its class.
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All-new Volkswagen Touareg driven
The numerous innovative features on the new model put it in a class of its own.
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New VW Arteon is a beauty to compete with the big boys
Yes, it’s a ‘ship’ – but it grows on you with its signature R-line steering wheel and heated seats.
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DRIVEN: All-new Volvo XC60 impresses
Handling is reasonable considering the vehicle’s identity as a luxury crossover.
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ROAD TEST: Dicing with the devil in Merc’s GT R
This R2.8 million beast of a machine is the three Fs: firm, fast and fun.
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Motorists given option to hit the road on two wheels
Cycling-oriented accessories are handpicked and factory-approved.
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DRIVEN: All-new Volvo XC40
Abundance of electronic nannies shield the driver, which does not add to a hands-on feeling.
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DRIVEN: Affordable Mitsubishi ASX is suitable for urban use
Panoramic sunroof is standard and there is plenty of headroom in the first two rows.
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New Ford Fiesta is the real GT deal
This ‘frugal’ model in the range saved R1 300 in fuel on a long roadtrip.
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DRIVEN: Changan Star minivan is a little workhorse with big appeal
Economical, well priced and refreshingly simple – all in all a joy to drive.
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Toyota’s Rush joins compact SUV craze
In a highly competitive segment, you won’t go wrong buying one of them.
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TESTED: Renault Stepway versus the Kwid
Both have three-cyclinder engines, but Stepway has a turbocharger too.
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ROAD TEST: Jaguar’s XJR 575 is unique
XJR hits 100km/h in the claimed 4.4 seconds and feels nimble on the road.
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DRIVEN: An expensive X 350d bakkie for Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts
The gearboxes and engines leave much to be desired in a high-end vehicle.
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The best from Affalterbach – Mercedes-AMG S 65 Sedan & GLC 63 S
Choosing between two of the executive sports power industry’s finest.
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DRIVEN: All-new Suzuki Swift
New model’s features upgraded to make it the safest in the range.
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We drive the new Mitsubishi Triton Athlete bakkie
Leather all round, with the power to go with a classy ride.
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ROAD TEST: New Volkswagen Arteon R-line is stepping up
It is a surprisingly sprightly ride with slick gear shift s and minimal body roll.
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