2002 Models |
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The Sportway is a limited-edition RX4 with a comprehensive accessory package worth around R12000 and excitingly priced midway between the existing two models. |
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Another Ford Special Vehicle Project (SVP) has come off the ground, this time the Ford Ranger Camper catering for outdoor camping enthusiasts, a limited edition run of which only 200 units will be built. |
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Mercedes-Benz S.A. is venturing into bold territory by introducing its first diesel-powered super saloon here. The S320CDI has all the bells and whistles of its petrol-powered stable-mates, but beats cars half its price and size in the economy stakes. |
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The 180 does not only offer lifestyle buyers a cheaper alternative, but does so without sacrificing much in terms of creature comforts and conveniences. |
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To curb the increasingly strong foothold of its opposition models in SA, Toyota has announced a face lifted version of the ever-popular Hilux, SA’s top-selling bakkie for the last three decades. |
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DaimlerChrylser South Africa's Mitsubishi division has introduced a new five-door iO model in the Pajero line-up which boasts a larger, 2.0-litre engine and specification enhancements. |
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Volkswagen Passat 2.3 V5 Tiptronic With only 1.8T manual and Tiptronic and 2.8 V6 4Motion Tiptronic variants of the Passat to lure buyers in the medium segment of the market (and a near-R80 000 price gap between them), VWSA has introduced a 2.3-litre V5 version to neatly fill the void. |
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Mini Cooper BMW has announced the availability of one of the most anticipated new models in recent times, one that brings fun, excitement, practicality, safety, comfort, style and top-notch engineering and build quality to compact motoring - at a price. |
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VWSA are giving their customers what they asked for - more oomph for the Estate in the form it its highly desirable TDI, one to give lifestyle buyers not only more versatility, but also a lot more economy.
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Delta has introduced a limited-edition Utility 1.6i Rogue to the Corsa bakkie line-up to cater for buyers wanting more than just basic transport in the commercial sector of the market. |
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Rover 75 Tourer Barely days after its European debut, MG Rover South Africa has announced the availability of a station wagon version of its popular 75 sedan. Judging from the sedans growing popularity, it is going to give the top-enders a run... |
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2002 Ford Fiesta Range |
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The question is, has BMW done it again, or has BMW really done it this time? This very serious car maker has established a legendary reputation for continually striving for perfection, and coming ever closer to achieving it. The all-new and radical E65 7-Series however is the first car they have produced that is truly controversial. Have BMW actually gone overboard this time? |
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Land Rover South Africa has announced that Discovery Td5 models are to benefit from subtle enhancements, mainly on the engine front to ensure more power, driveability and efficiency.
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The latest and greatest Hardbody is here, pushing the brand significantly upmarket in terms of looks, design, finish and overall build quality, and with a 0% price increase on some models…
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Delta Motor Corporation has announced a limited edition “Chill” model to see the Corsa model range through to the end of its run. |
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Hyundai enters mini-MPV segment with Matrix With the Matrix, Hyandai now enters the very competitive mini-MPV segment of the market to take on the likes of the Renault Scenic, Daewoo Tacuma and Opel Zafira. |
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At last, Astra places emphasis on safety. It is getting what it should have had three years ago – ABS brakes and airbags across the board, and a host of other minor improvements. The downside is a hefty 8% increase in price over the models it replaces. |
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Kia Shuma II to take on tough medium segment
Kia has introduced its latest-generation
midranger, the Shuma II, to do battle in the tough medium segment of the
market. On the face of it, it seems to be a better all-round product than
the car it replaces. |
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A-Class Long – Merc’s miracle of spaciousness The
Mercedes-Benz A-Class line-up now includes a spacious long-wheelbase
version. The latest model has the load capacity of a much larger
estate car and the latest-generation electronic stability programme. |
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Citroën Berlingo squares up to face the Kangoo Citroën South Africa has entered the light delivery van segment of the market with its Berlingo runabout. It has a payload of 800 kg and is available with 1.4-litre petrol engine or 1.9-litre, naturally aspirated diesel. |
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Citroën joins the diesel challenge with Xsara HDi New Citroën oil burner promises acceleration, responsiveness and driving pleasure with low running costs and respect for the environment. |
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As if the 210 kW and 440 Nm of torque in the already awesome X5 4.4i wasn’t enough, BMW upped the ante to counter the devastating blow delivered by Mercedes-Benz in the form of the 255 kW/ 510 Nm AMG ML55. |
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Land Rover upgrades Freelander After an extensive makeover in 2000, Land Rover South Africa has announced revision to the body, interior colour combinations, revised instrumentation and a new sound system for the 2002 model year. |
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Honda Civic range joined by a 170i 5-door
For the first time since Honda's introduction to this market 20 years ago,
South African motorists now have the option of a five-door car in the
shape of the Civic 170i. |
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Softroading Honda CR-V ups the ante
Though stylistically still very much recognisable as a CR-V, Honda’s
latest rendition offers more class-leading performance, exceptional
interior space and one of the smartest all-wheel-drive systems in the
business.
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Honda's HR-V is new in every respect and represents a completely different genre of lifestyle vehicle, one aimed at innovators and early adopters. |
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It lays claim to being not only the most powerful Bentley ever produced by this exclusive British marque, but is also the most powerful production saloon in the world today – not to mention exclusive and overly luxurious. |
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More choice for Porsche lovers in 2002 For
the 2002 model year, Porsche is offering buyers a choice like never before
– ten model variants ranging in price from roughly the R440 000 mark
for the “budget” Boxster right up to R2,3 million for the ultimate sports
car, the 911 GT2. |
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High-performance Subaru Impeza STi for SA Subaru South Africa has introduced a high-performance 195 kW STi version of the now legendary Impreza. But the first order is pretty much “spoken for” by a circle of STI enthusiasts whose love of driving for the sport and thrill of it, treat "Teutonic gadgetmobiles" with disdain. |
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