BMW M2 CS (2025) Price & Specs

Wondering how much the new BMW M2 CS will cost when it touches down in South Africa next year? Well, we have pricing for this 390 kW special-edition coupé…

BMW SA releases local pricing for upcoming M2 CS
Set to command R700k premium over standard M2
Uprated straight-6 mill makes 390 kW and 650 Nm

Revealed in May 2025, the new BMW M2 CS is scheduled to arrive in South Africa only in the 2nd quarter of 2026, likely in very limited numbers. However, we can already share how much this 390 kW special-edition coupé will cost you.

Yes, thanks to the sharp-eyed vehicle-information specialists over duoporta.com, we can confirm the M2 CS has been quietly added to BMW Group South Africa’s price list and will retail from R2 291 827. For the record, that makes this apex version of the 2 Series coupé a considerable R708 839 more expensive than the standard auto-equipped M2.

The CS-badged M2 flagship derivative is also R310 839 pricier than the recently launched M2 333i Homage, a limited-run tribute to the likewise SA-only E30-generation 333i. Not only that, the new M2 CS is R53 825 more expensive than even the M4 Competition M xDrive (which currently kicks off at R 2 238 002).

So, what do you get for all that cash? Well, the M2’s standard twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-6 petrol engine has been suitably massaged to generate peak outputs of 390 kW and 650 Nm, respective increases of 37 kW and 50 Nm.

That makes the rear-driven M2 CS just as powerful as its all-paw bigger brothers, the M3 Competition xDrive and M4 Competition xDrive. For the record, the new M2 CS ships with an 8-speed automatic transmission, meaning – unlike the standard M2 – it’s not optionally available in 6-speed manual guise.

In addition, BMW’s M division says it has cut the special edition’s weight by “roughly 30 kg” compared to the standard M2. The newcomer features what BMW describes as a “multitude” of exterior and interior components fashioned from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), including that eye-catching boot lid with its integrated “ducktail” spoiler.

BMW claims a 0-100 kph sprint time of just 3.8 seconds, which makes the new CS some 0.2 seconds faster to the mark than the standard M2. Meanwhile, the claimed 0-200 kph time falls by 1.2 seconds to 11.7 seconds. As expected, this special-edition derivative ships standard with the M Driver’s Package, seeing its top speed electronically capped at 302 kph.

The M2 CS gains a matte-black finish for its quad-tailpipe arrangement, while the German company says an M Performance silencer system (with carbon and titanium tailpipe trim) developed specifically for CS models will be available as an option.

What else makes an M2 CS? Well, the chassis has been lowered by 8 mm and adapted specifically for this variant, featuring “bespoke tuning” for its springs, dampers and chassis-control systems. BMW says the adaptive M chassis has been given a “carefully adapted model-specific setup”, as have the steering, differential and braking system.

M Compound brakes with red callipers come standard, though an M Carbon ceramic braking system (also with red callipers) will be offered as an option. Standard equipment includes CS-exclusive forged M light-alloy wheels with a double-spoke design and a matte “Gold Bronze” finish. These measure 19 inches at the front and 20 inches at the rear axle and are fitted with track tyres as standard.

Inside, you’ll find plenty of Alcantara and yet more CFRP. The front seats take the form of “weight-optimised” heated M Carbon buckets, complete with illuminated “CS” logos and a Merino leather finish. Other cabin clues to this special model’s identity include the red “CS” logos on the centre console and interior door trim.

Based on international specifications, the list of standard equipment for the new M2 CS furthermore includes 2-zone climate control, comfort access, a Harman Kardon surround-sound system, BMW Live Cockpit Professional, a head-up display and M-specific details on digital display grouping (comprising 12.3- and 14.9-inch screens).

What does the BMW M2 CS cost in South Africa?

DERIVATIVE	PRICE
BMW M2 8AT	R1 582 988
BMW M2 6MT	R1 593 334
BMW M2 333i Homage 8AT	R1 980 988
BMW M2 CS 8AT	R2 291 827

The prices above include a 2-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the BMW M2 CS (South Africa)

Q: What is the confirmed retail price of the new BMW M2 CS in South Africa?

A: The BMW M2 CS has been added to BMW Group SA’s price list and will retail from R2 291 827. This makes it R708 839 more expensive than the standard auto-equipped M2.

Q: When is the BMW M2 CS scheduled to arrive in South Africa?

A: The new BMW M2 CS is scheduled to arrive in South Africa in the 2nd quarter of 2026.

Q: What are the key performance figures for the M2 CS’s engine and acceleration?

A: The twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-6 engine generates 390 kW and 650 Nm. It achieves a claimed 0-100 kph sprint time of 3.8 seconds and a 0-200 kph time of 11.7 seconds.

Sayonara! Honda Ballade and BR-V discontinued in SA

Honda Motor Southern Africa has confirmed both the Ballade and BR-V have been discontinued in Mzansi as part of a “strategic realignment of the range”…

Honda Ballade and BR-V both dropped from SA range
Brand says both models “played an important role”
Ballade nameplate traces its local roots back to 1982

Pour one out for a couple of highly recognisable nameplates – one of which has a particularly deep automotive heritage here in Mzansi. Yes, Honda Motor Southern Africa has confirmed to Cars.co.za that both the Ballade and BR-V have been discontinued locally.

Having noticed that local sales of the Ballade and BR-V had tapered markedly – in fact, the last time the two nameplates appeared in SA’s new-vehicle sales statistics was back in March 2025 – we asked Honda Motor SA whether these models had officially been put out to pasture.

*The 2nd-gen BR-V arrived in September 2022.*

“The Ballade and BR-V have indeed been discontinued for the South African market. This decision follows a comprehensive review of market performance within the sedan and 7-seater SUV segments, of which the sedan segment has experienced a steady decline in demand as customers increasingly shift toward compact and mid-size SUVs,” Callon Locke, Manager for Product & Retail Marketing at Honda Motor Southern Africa, told Cars.co.za.

“In addition, demand within the 7-seater category is evolving, with consumers showing a growing preference for more affordable entry-level MPVs and larger 7-seater C-SUVs on the other end of the spectrum.

*The GN-series Ballade (pre-facelift pictured) touched down in SA in 2020.*

“While the Ballade and BR-V have played an important role within Honda’s product portfolio, these market developments have prompted a strategic realignment of the range to better reflect current and future customer demand,” Locke added.

As a reminder, the original BR-V was launched in South Africa in October 2016, with the 2nd-generation version – again with seating for 7 but swapping its decidedly MPV-like persona for somewhat more of an SUV-mimicking stance – arriving in September 2022. In total, the BR-V’s run on the local market thus spanned approximately 9 years.

*Honda sold 383 units of the BR-V locally in 2024.*

The Ballade badge, of course, boasts a far longer local history, having first been marketed (and indeed assembled by Mercedes-Benz SA in East London) here way back in 1982. Though the Ballade name disappeared for just over a decade – from 2000, once production of the EK-generation Civic hatch and Ballade sedan had ended – it returned to Mzansi in 2011.

From that point, the Ballade was based on the City sedan (rather than the Civic). It moved into successive generations locally in 2014 and 2020, before being quietly facelifted in 2024. The Ballade saloon was thus sold in South Africa for a cumulative 32 years, excluding its 11-year hiatus.

*The Ballade badge has exited SA for the 2nd time.*

Before its local discontinuation, the Ballade’s 3-strong line-up – with each variant powered by a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine generating 89 kW and 145 Nm – had pricing bookends of R390 500 and R460 500. The BR-V employed the same powertrain, though its 4-derivative range was last priced from R409 000 to R490 500.

In 2023, Honda’s local division registered 687 units of the BR-V and 120 units of the Ballade, with the former’s figure falling to 383 units and the latter’s climbing marginally to 147 units in 2024. With local stock seemingly depleted in the opening quarter of 2025, just 4 examples of the BR-V and 10 units of the Ballade have been sold this year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Which Honda models have recently been discontinued in South Africa?

A: Honda Motor Southern Africa has discontinued both the Honda Ballade sedan and the Honda BR-V 7-seater SUV/crossover from its local product range.

Q: Why did Honda Motor Southern Africa discontinue the Ballade and BR-V?

A: The decision is part of a “strategic realignment of the range” following a comprehensive review of market performance. According to Honda, the sedan segment (Ballade) is experiencing a steady decline in demand, and the 7-seater category (BR-V) is evolving, with consumers preferring more affordable entry-level MPVs or larger 7-seater C-SUVs.

Q: How long was the Honda Ballade nameplate sold in South Africa?

A: The Ballade nameplate has a long local history, first appearing in 1982. Though it had an 11-year hiatus between 2000 and 2011, the nameplate was sold in South Africa for a cumulative total of 32 years before its latest discontinuation.

Renault Kiger (2025) Price & Specs

The facelifted Renault Kiger has arrived in SA, though only in naturally aspirated form. Still, the starting price has dropped R30 000, making it SA’s most affordable crossover…

Refreshed Kiger officially hits the market in South Africa
Only naturally aspirated variants are available at launch
Now SA’s cheapest crossover thanks to R30k price cut

Unveiled in India as recently as August 2025, the facelifted Renault Kiger – which sports largely cosmetic updates – has already arrived in South Africa. The big news is the fact the French firm’s local distributor has dropped the starting price by a considerable R30 000, giving the Kiger the title of Mzansi’s most affordable crossover.

While the pre-facelift range had comprised 7 derivatives (including an Express-badged panel van), the refreshed line-up interestingly features only naturally aspirated variants at launch, seeing the line-up cut to 3 derivatives. We’re guessing the turbocharged variants will follow at a later stage, though this remains unconfirmed for now.

For the record, the Kiger portfolio – like the repositioned Kwid and the facelifted Triber – adopts the Boulogne-Billancourt-based brand’s latest trim-level naming convention, with Evolution and Techno replacing Life and Zen (with Iconic likely to supplant Intens once the turbo derivatives arrive), respectively.

So, let’s take a closer look at pricing. Whereas the outgoing line-up had bookends of R249 999 and R359 999, the updated range starts at R219 999 and runs through to R254 999 – though, again, keep in mind that doesn’t include turbocharged derivatives.

Therefore, the entry point for this refreshed crossover has dropped by R30 000, with the Kiger 1.0 Evolution 5MT priced at R219 999. It thus becomes SA’s most affordable crossover, undercutting the Suzuki Ignis 1.2 GL (which is currently priced at R237 900).

As before, this base derivative is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.0-litre petrol engine that drives the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. In the updated Kiger, this 3-cylinder motor generates unchanged peak outputs of 52 kW and 96 Nm.

The Kiger 1.0 Techno 5MT employs the same powertrain but is priced at R244 999 (down some R20 000 compared to the 1.0 Zen 5MT it replaces). Finally, the Kiger 1.0 Techno 5AMT switches to a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) and comes in at R254 999, likewise representing a R20 000 drop.

To reiterate, we suspect local buyers will eventually again have the option of a turbocharged 1.0-litre 3-pot, which delivers an unchanged 74 kW and 160 Nm via either a 5-speed manual ‘box or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Exactly when this powertrain will become available locally remains to be seen.

According to Renault SA’s brochure for the updated Kiger, the Evolution grade gains items like tyre-pressure monitoring and a reverse-view camera, while the Techno specification adds features like LED headlamps, automatic (rather than manual) air conditioning and a smart access card. In addition, all derivatives have been upgraded to a full complement of 6 airbags (pre-facelift variants had either 2 or 4, depending on the trim level).

As a reminder, the outgoing Kiger range touched down in SA back in September 2021. In 2024, this model was Renault SA’s best-selling nameplate, with 5 164 units registered locally. Year to date at the end of October 2025, some 3 945 units have been sold, making it the brand’s 2nd most popular product behind the Kwid (which is now SA’s cheapest new passenger car).

What does the facelifted Renault Kiger cost in SA?

DERIVATIVE	PRICE
Renault Kiger 1.0 Evolution 5MT	R219 999
Renault Kiger 1.0 Techno 5MT	R244 999
Renault Kiger 1.0 Techno 5AMT	R254 999

The prices above include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the starting price of the facelifted Renault Kiger in South Africa and why is it significant?

A: The starting price for the facelifted Kiger in South Africa is R219 999 for the 1.0 Evolution 5MT derivative. This price is significant because it represents a R30 000 drop from the outgoing range’s entry point, making the Kiger the most affordable crossover in South Africa.

Q: Are the turbocharged Kiger variants available at the South African launch?

A: No, the turbocharged variants are not available at launch. The refreshed Kiger line-up in South Africa currently features only the naturally aspirated 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol variants (Evolution and Techno trims). The turbocharged derivatives might follow at a later stage, but this remains unconfirmed.

Q: What are the new trim level names for the facelifted Renault Kiger in South Africa?

A: The facelifted Renault Kiger adopts the brand’s latest trim-level naming convention. Evolution and Techno replace the previous Life and Zen trims, respectively. The Iconic trim is likely to supplant Intens once the turbo derivatives arrive.

New Kia Seltos to be sold alongside outgoing version?

The as-yet-unrevealed new Kia Seltos might be sold alongside the outgoing version locally in the medium term, according to the head of the brand’s SA distributor…

New Seltos might be sold alongside existing model in SA
Set to be “a little bit bigger” and “a little bit pricier”
Expect an official Seltos reveal towards the end of 2025

The head of the Kia brand in South Africa says the as-yet-unrevealed new Kia Seltos will be “a little bit bigger” and “a little bit pricier” than the outgoing version, suggesting the 2 generations could be sold alongside one another locally in the “medium term”.

Paul Turnbull, Chief Executive Officer of Kia South Africa since July 2024, made the comments during an interview conducted in Cars.co.za’s custom-built podcast booth at Naamsa’s South African Auto Week 2025 in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape at the start of October.

“The other exciting one that’s being launched worldwide soon is the new Seltos – a really nice-looking car,” Turnbull told us, when asked about the Seoul-based brand’s broader product plans for the local market in 2026.

“It’s a little bit bigger than the old one – actually probably Sportage size – it’s really nice. Lots of tech. They’ve really gone big with that car,” he added. For the record, the current-generation Seltos measures 4 365 mm from front to back, while the pre-facelift NQ5-series Sportage is 4 515 mm long.

“We can start ordering from February [2026], so it depends on our runout. But it’s going to be a little bit pricier than the old one, so we can probably have both on the showroom [floors] for the medium term,” Turnbull revealed.

While little official information on the new Seltos is yet available, a recent Korean Car Blog report suggests a full reveal will take place on 10 December 2025, with sales expected to start in India – where this model will again be built (at the brand’s Anantapur plant) – early in 2026.

As a reminder, the current Seltos portfolio in Mzansi comprises as many as 10 derivatives, with pricing currently running from R379 995 to R626 995. Engine options include a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine, a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol mill and a 1.5-litre turbodiesel motor.

The Seltos launched in South Africa in February 2020, before a facelifted version touched down in April 2024 (with entry-level LS derivatives arriving a year later). In 2023, the South Korean firm’s local distributor sold 2 230 units of the Seltos, a figure that fell to 1 652 units in 2024. Year to date at the end of October 2025, Kia SA has registered 1 867 more examples.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Will the new Kia Seltos be sold alongside the existing model in South Africa?

A: According to Paul Turnbull, CEO of Kia South Africa, the 2 generations might be sold alongside one another locally in the “medium term” because the new model is expected to be “a little bit pricier” than the outgoing version.

Q: When is the reveal of the new Kia Seltos expected?

A: A recent ‘Korean Car Blog’ report suggests the full reveal will take place on 10 December 2025.

Q: How will the new Kia Seltos compare in size and price to the current model?

A: The new Seltos is expected to be “a little bit bigger” (with the CEO suggesting it will be “probably Sportage size”) and “a little bit pricier” than the outgoing version. For context, the current Seltos measures 4 365 mm, and the pre-facelift Sportage is 4 515 mm long.

SA’s auto industry could learn from China, says BMW boss

The head of BMW Group South Africa says the local automotive industry could “really learn” from China’s approach to the market over the past decade or so…

BMW’s local CEO says China is “open to trying new ideas”
Van Binsbergen spent almost 4 years with BMW in China
Says SA can “learn from the Chinese” on the topic of speed

The executive who heads up BMW Group South Africa says the local automotive industry could “really learn” from China, particularly when it comes to driving “innovation and speed”.

Peter van Binsbergen, CEO of BMW Group South Africa, was speaking during an interview conducted in Cars.co.za’s custom-built podcast booth at Naamsa’s South African Auto Week 2025 in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape at the start of October.

*Peter van Binsbergen (left) speaks to Cars.co.za’s Alan Quinn during the podcast.*

Van Binsbergen took the top job at BMW Group SA at the start of 2021, becoming the first South African CEO in the group’s history. The mechanical engineer previously worked in Japan as well as Germany and spent almost 4 years as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BMW Brilliance Automotive China.

“I don’t think it’s surprising,” he said when asked for his view on the way various Chinese automakers have entered (or, in some cases, relaunched in) South Africa’s new-vehicle market and quickly gained traction.

No ‘risk focus’ in China, says BMW SA boss

*BMW currently builds the G45-series X3 at Rosslyn in SA.*

“In fact, in my speech [earlier that day at SA Auto Week], I mentioned the Chinese auto industry as a case in point – where South Africa could learn from the way that the Chinese approach the topic,” said Van Binsbergen, who also serves as the Vice President for Manufacturing OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) at Naamsa.

“There are a few things that stand out for me. One is that, in China, there’s a very clear opportunity focus – not a risk focus. So, they’re very open to trying new ideas. Of course, you make some mistakes, but in the process, you drive innovation and speed.

*Van Binsbergen has been in the top job since the start of 2021.*

“And that’s the point. If this [were] China, they would already be on version three of the NEV [New Energy Vehicle] masterplan. We still haven’t even got version one out in South Africa,” he said, referring to Mzansi’s stalled NEV Roadmap. “So, we can really learn from the Chinese when it comes to the topic of speed.”

BMW SA CEO’s experience in China

Van Binsbergen went on to explain how he witnessed first-hand the Chinese automotive industry’s “clear focus” during his stint in the East Asian country.

*Plant Rosslyn started building the G45-series X3 in October 2024.*

“When I was there – it was [almost] 10 years ago I left China – they were very clear: ‘we’re focusing on new-energy vehicles and battery-electric vehicles; we’re not going to tackle you on ICE [internal combustion engines]’ – because the German brands were leading in that respect – ‘we’re going to have a clear focus’,” he said.

“They had that clear focus. And today, China holds 64% of the world’s battery-electric vehicle market. So, their strategy paid off.”

China ‘protected’ its industry in early days

BMW X3 — *Producing X3 units in both left- and right-hand drive, Plant Rosslyn exports to more than 40 countries.*

Van Binsbergen added that China had shrewdly protected the automotive industry during its foundational period, suggesting there were lessons in that area for South Africa, too.

“They focused on building an industry in China and protecting it until it was big enough to be let go. That’s something [from which] South Africa can really learn because our industry is still very small and very susceptible to outside forces.

*The Rosslyn plant is the only factory in the world producing the PHEV version of the X3.*

“Today, most vehicles sold in China are produced in China. In South Africa, 67% of the cars sold here are imported. So, we can really learn from the Chinese – they had a clear focus and a clear strategy. In 10 years, it delivered – we can do it, too,” he said.

According to Naamsa, imported vehicles represented 62.8% of South Africa’s total new light-vehicle sales in 2024, with 304 355 units (out of an overall market of 484 808 units) shipped into Mzansi from 24 countries. India was the top country of origin in pure volume terms, accounting for 57.1%, followed by China on 17.1%.

BMW X3 production at Plant Rosslyn — *Production at Rosslyn is currently “maxed out”, according to Van Binsbergen.*

BMW Group SA builds the G45-series X3 at Plant Rosslyn and is the only facility in the world producing the X3 30e xDrive PHEV. Producing units in both left- and right-hand drive, the factory exports to more than 40 countries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What did Peter van Binsbergen, CEO of BMW Group South Africa, say the local automotive industry can learn from China?

A: He stated that the South African automotive industry can learn from China’s approach to driving “innovation and speed”. He attributed this to China’s “opportunity focus” rather than a “risk focus”, making them very open to trying new ideas.

Q: What evidence did Van Binsbergen use to show that China’s strategy for New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) has paid off?

A: Van Binsbergen noted that when he was in China, they had a “clear focus” on NEVs and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), consciously choosing not to compete with German brands on Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs). He stated that this strategy paid off, as China now holds 64% of the world’s BEV market.

Q: What did Van Binsbergen suggest South Africa could learn from China regarding the protection of its local auto industry?

A: He pointed out that China focused on building and protecting its automotive industry until it was big enough to stand on its own. He contrasted this by noting that most vehicles sold in China are produced there, while saying 67% of cars sold in South Africa are imported.

GWM P300 Payloads: How Much Can It Carry?

Exactly how much can the GWM P300 carry? Let’s examine the payload capacity of each derivative in the Chinese brand’s current 11-strong line-up of P300 bakkies…

So, you have your eye on a GWM P300 bakkie, but aren’t quite sure which derivative will meet your load-carrying requirements? Well, we’ve trawled through the specification lists to identify which variants are rated to carry the most weight and which derivative has the lowest payload.

As a reminder, the Chinese brand’s P300 is effectively a revised version of the original P-Series bakkie. The P300 debuted in South Africa in 2.4TD form (in LT and LTD guise) in February 2025, before the LS variants followed in July. These versions all make 135 kW/480 Nm from a 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine.

The base SX variants completed the range in September 2025, though keep in mind they’re offered exclusively with the older 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine (120 kW/400 Nm). The current range comprises 11 derivatives – a pair of single cabs and 9 double cabs.

GWM P300 Single Cabs: Payload Capacities

Predictably, the 2-door workhorse versions of the 1-tonne P300 boast the highest payloads in the range. Since the 4×4 variants have a slightly higher GVM than their rear-wheel-drive counterparts, they match thier siblings’ maximum carrying capacity of 1 150 kg. Braked towing capacity is capped at 2 250 kg.

P300 SINGLE CAB DERIVATIVE	PAYLOAD CAPACITY
2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2	1 150 kg
2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4	1 150 kg

GWM P300 Double Cabs: Payload Capacities

Interestingly, 8 of the 9 double-cab derivatives in the P300 range are each rated to carry 1 050 kg (more on the outlier shortly). According to GWM South Africa, this figure is unchanged regardless of which engine or transmission is selected (and regardless of the 4×2 or 4×4 configuration).

P300 DOUBLE CAB DERIVATIVE	PAYLOAD CAPACITY
2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2	1 050 kg
2.0TD SX 8AT 4×2	1 050 kg
2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4	1 050 kg
2.4TD LS 9AT 4×2	1 050 kg
2.0TD SX 8AT 4×4	1 050 kg
2.4TD LS 9AT 4×4	1 050 kg
2.4TD LT 9AT 4×2	1 050 kg
2.4TD LT 9AT 4×4	1 050 kg
2.4TD LTD 9AT 4×4	875 kg

However, the 2.0TD derivatives have a listed braked towing capacity of 2 250 kg. GWM says rear-wheel-drive 2.4TD variants can tow up to 3 000 kg, while 4×4 iterations of the 2.4TD have a cap of 3 500 kg.

What about the P300 2.4TD LTD 4×4? Well, though it retains a braked towing capacity of 3 500 kg, this range-topping, off-road-ready derivative has a reduced payload capacity of 875 kg.

As a reminder, the LTD is fitted as standard with extra equipment such as a front winch, a snorkel, off-road side-steps and added underbody protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on GWM P300 Payload

Q: What is the maximum payload capacity available in the GWM P300 line-up?

A: The highest payload capacity in the GWM P300 range is 1 150 kg. This capacity is achieved by both single cab derivatives (2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2 and 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4).

Q: What is the standard payload capacity for most GWM P300 double cab derivatives?

A: Most double-cab derivatives of the GWM P300 (8 out of 9) are rated to carry 1 050 kg. This figure is consistent across most engine, transmission and drivetrain configurations.

Q: Which GWM P300 derivative has the lowest payload capacity, and what is the reason for the reduction?

A: The GWM P300 2.4TD LTD 9AT 4×4 has the lowest payload capacity at 875 kg. This is due to it being a range-topping, off-road-ready derivative that is fitted with extra standard equipment like a front winch, snorkel, off-road side-steps and underbody protection, which increases its kerb weight.

Toyota SA boss: EVs are ‘great’ but ‘just too expensive’

The head of Toyota in South Africa says EVs are “great” but “just too expensive”, suggesting traditional hybrids offer a better value proposition for local buyers…

Local Toyota CEO says EVs haven’t become “accessible” enough
Suggests traditional hybrids offer a stronger value proposition
Fully electric Toyota bZ4x yet to officially launch in South Africa

While Toyota South Africa Motors offers a broad range of powertrain solutions locally – including the battery-powered Lexus RZ – the head of the Japanese brand’s local division says fully electric vehicles (EVs) are generally “just too expensive”, suggesting traditional hybrids offer a better value proposition in Mzansi.

Andrew Kirby, President and CEO of Toyota South Africa Motors, made the comments during an interview conducted in Cars.co.za’s custom-built podcast booth at Naamsa’s South African Auto Week 2025 in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape at the start of October.

While some automakers have gone all-in on battery electric vehicles (EVs), Toyota has long advocated for a “multi-pathway” approach to carbon neutrality, instead offering what it terms “diverse options” to meet different energy situations and usage patterns in different markets. Kirby suggested this global strategy had already been proven correct.

“We were right because of the value proposition. It’s not that EVs are not great technology – they’re just too expensive,” said Kirby, who has been at the helm of Toyota South Africa Motors since 2016.

Toyota Corolla Cross: petrol vs hybrid — *Kirby says the fuel savings offered by the Corolla Cross Hybrid quickly offset its price premium.*

“So, the price premium that the customer is prepared to pay in South Africa is now quite easy to understand for a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid and a BEV [battery electric vehicle]. But, at the time [several years ago], there was a feeling that these plug-in hybrids and EVs would be a lot more accessible – and they’re not. They are expensive.

“The Corolla Cross [Hybrid], for example, uses 33- to 35% less fuel [than the purely petrol-powered version]. Do that calculation over a year and it more than pays for the premium of the hybrid. That’s not true for some of the plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles – the payback period is too long,” Kirby explained.

The Japanese automaker produces the Corolla Cross – which benefitted from a facelift early in 2025 – at its Prospecton plant in KwaZulu-Natal, with the 7-strong local range currently including a trio of hybrid derivatives.

Based on pricing in November 2025, the so-called “self-charging” hybrid versions of the Corolla Cross cost between R42 200 and R43 700 more (depending on the derivative) than the equivalently specified petrol version. The hybrid powertrain uses a claimed 4.3 L/100 km, while the petrol engine has a listed figure of 6.8 L/100 km.

*Toyota SA Motors also markets PHEVs, such as the Lexus RX 450h+.*

Toyota SA Motors also offers traditional hybrid versions of the Corolla Hatch, Corolla Sedan and RAV4, along with the Crown HEV (though the company has not actively marketed the latter since its under-the-radar arrival back in 2023) as well as locally built turbodiesel mild-hybrid Hilux and Fortuner derivatives (wearing the “48V” badge).

Furthermore, its Lexus stable includes traditional hybrid iterations of the (outgoing) ES, IS, UX, NX and RX, along with the plug-in hybrid NX 450h+ and RX 450h+. As with the Crown HEV above, the Japanese firm’s local division is not actively pushing the fully electric RZ, though it quietly arrived as Toyota SA Motors’ first EV earlier in 2025.

*The facelifted Toyota bZ4x was revealed in March 2025.*

Meanwhile, the likewise fully electric Toyota bZ4x – which was on display at the SA Auto Week 2025 in pre-facelift form despite this model having been handed a mid-cycle update overseas in March 2025 – has yet to officially hit the local market…

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Toyota SA’s EV Stance

Q: What is the Toyota South Africa CEO’s main concern regarding fully electric vehicles (EVs)?

A: Andrew Kirby, President and CEO of Toyota South Africa Motors, stated that fully electric vehicles are “just too expensive” and have not become “accessible” enough for the local market. While calling EVs “great technology,” he noted the lengthy “payback period” in South Africa currently makes them a poor value proposition.

Q: What alternative does the Toyota SA CEO suggest offers a better value proposition than EVs?

A: Kirby suggests that traditional hybrids offer a stronger value proposition. He cited the Corolla Cross Hybrid, noting that its significant fuel savings (33-35% less than the purely petrol version) quickly offset its price premium, making the hybrid’s premium “quite easy to understand” for local buyers.

Q: What is Toyota’s overall strategy for achieving carbon neutrality?

A: Toyota advocates for a “multi-pathway” approach to carbon neutrality. This strategy involves offering “diverse options” (including traditional hybrids, PHEVs, mild-hybrids and EVs) to meet different energy situations and usage patterns in various global markets, which Kirby suggested has already proven correct.

BAIC B30 (2025) Specs & Price

The BAIC B30 has gone on sale in South Africa. Here’s a look at pricing and specifications for this adventuring SUV.

The BAIC B30 joins the offroad-orientated family SUV segment and is priced from just R519 000. There are four derivatives, culminating with the flagship all-wheel drive hybrid model.

BAIC says its new B30 has been rigorously tested in harsh and demanding environments for longevity and reliability. Given its rugged looks, it can head off-tar thanks to 215 mm ground clearance, 25° approach, and 30° departure angles.

The BAIC B30 is available with two powertrains. The first two derivatives are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine which makes 138 kW and 305 Nm. The vehicle is front-wheel driven and there’s a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission on duty. The hybrid system is of the self-charging variety, no added complexity of plugging in and thanks to the additional electric motors, there’s more power.

Things get a little complicated as the first of the hybrid derivatives features a single electric motor which makes 130 kW and 315 Nm. Combined with the petrol motor, there’s a combined output of 246 kW and 550 Nm. The all-wheel-drive flagship introduces a second electric motor which has 55 kW and 125 Nm on the rear axle, and in total that makes 301 kW and 685 Nm.

Fuel efficiency is claimed to be 8.06 L/100 km for the non-electrified models, while the front-wheel driven hybrid consumes 5.85 L/100 km and the flagship 6.45 L/100 km.

Trim Levels

Impressively, all BAIC B30 units are sold with dual-zone climate control, alloy wheels, digital instrument cluster and assisted driving safety tech. That includes things like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-Spot Detection (BSD), Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection and 360-degree panoramic camera system. Also included is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with voice recognition, wireless charging, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Higher spec models get 19-inch wheels, LED fog lights, heated/ventilated leather seats with memory function, panoramic sunroof, multi-colour ambient lighting, and a wireless phone charging pad.

B30 Assembled in South Africa

The BAIC B30 will be assembled at the brand’s plant in the Coega Industrial Development Zone, near Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. The B40 Plus and X55 Plus are also built there and the facility is gearing up for export operations to the rest of the continent.

How much does the BAIC B30 cost in South Africa?

Every BAIC B30 comes with a 7-year/200 000 km warranty, a hybrid warranty of 8-year/150 000 km as well as a 7-year/90 000 km service plan.

B30 Elite Adventure 1.5T Petrol 7DCT FWD	R519 000
B30 Premium Adventure 1.5T Petrol 7DCT FWD	R549 900
B30 Elite Adventure HEV 1.5T Hybrid DHT FWD	R639 900
B30 Premium Adventure HEV AWD 1.5T Hybrid DHT AWD	R689 900

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Frequently Asked Questions

What engine options and drivetrains are available for the BAIC B30 in South Africa?

The BAIC B30 range in South Africa is offered with two primary powertrain options:

Petrol (ICE): A 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing around 138 kW and 305 Nm, typically paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT) and Front-Wheel Drive (FWD).
Hybrid (HEV): A powerful hybrid system that combines the 1.5-litre turbo engine with electric motors. The top-spec HEV model delivers up to 301 kW and 685 Nm of torque and is available with a Real-Time All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system.

What is the approximate price range for the BAIC B30 in South Africa?

The pricing for the BAIC B30 is highly competitive within the SUV segment. Prices are expected to start from approximately **R550,000** for the entry-level petrol models, with the price for the flagship All-Wheel Drive Hybrid (HEV AWD) derivative reaching up to around **R700,000**.

Is the BAIC B30 built in South Africa?

Yes. BAIC South Africa has confirmed that the B30 SUV will be assembled locally at the company’s multi-billion rand facility located in the **Coega Industrial Development Zone** in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), reinforcing the brand’s long-term investment in the country.

What are the key technology and adventure features of the B30?

The B30 blends rugged capability with a high-tech cabin. Key features include a respectable **215 mm ground clearance**, a spacious interior, a large **14.6-inch floating central touchscreen**, a fully digital instrument cluster, and a suite of Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) like Adaptive Cruise Control and a 360-degree panoramic view camera.

Tata Tiago Review: We drive one of SA’s most affordable cars

David Taylor drives the Tata Tiago 1.2 XT to see if this highly anticipated entry into the South African budget-car segment can compete with the established leaders.

The South African motoring public has been eagerly awaiting the return of Tata passenger cars. While the brand never truly left the country (it continued to operate in the commercial sector), the arrival of models like the Tata Tiago signals a serious commitment to re-entering the high-volume car market.

David Taylor puts a 1.2 XT through its paces to assess everything from the mid-spec variant’s packaging, performance and efficiency, features list, practicality, as well as the after-sales support offered by Tata.

The Return of the Tata Passenger Car

Before diving into the Tiago itself, David provides crucial local context on the Tata brand, which recently returned to the South African passenger car market with a 4-pronged model line-up. The Tiago leads a charge that includes the Punch, Curvv, and Harrier models, all of which seem very competitively priced.

Fighting for the Budget Crown: Pricing & Rivals

With prices that start under R200 000 and top out at R224 900 (in November 2025, a high-spec XR is in the pipeline), the Tata Tiago is aimed squarely at the heart of the budget-hatch segment. Its launch line-up comprises 3 derivatives: the entry-level 1.2 XM, mid-spec 1.2 XT (tested here), and 1.2 XT automatic.

See also: Tata Tiago (2025) Price & Specs

The Tata Tiago‘s key rivals are well-known to South African buyers; they include the Renault Kwid, as well as the Suzuki Celerio and Toyota Vitz cousins. The contenders all have the following in common: 3-cylinder, naturally aspirated engines, small hatchback bodies, and country of manufacture: India!

The 1.2 XT is powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 63 kW/113 Nm and is mated with a 5-speed manual ‘box. Although Tata claims an average fuel consumption of 5.0 L/100 km for the variant, our testers achieved around 6.6 L/100 km, which was a little higher than that of its direct rivals.

However, David notes the Tata’s peak outputs are among the highest in its segment, which is a potential advantage, considering that non-turbo engines suffer a 17% power loss in the thinner air of Gauteng.

On the Road: Tata Tiago Drivetrain & Agility

Reviewing the Tata Tiago 1.2 XT’s manual gearbox required David to temper his expectations. While it performs adequately for a budget-car offering, the test car’s shift action and clutch engagement lack the effortless precision of some of its competitors, particularly the Suzuki Celerio and Toyota Vitz.

The 1.2-litre engine delivers acceptable momentum, even when negotiating gradients, but David noted the 3-pot was typically thrummy at higher engine speeds – a necessary compromise in this category.

However – and somewhat unexpectedly – the Tata Tiago shines in terms of handling characteristics. Its ride comfort is surprisingly compliant, thanks to plump tyres fitted to its 14-inch wheels (with decorative covers), which successfully absorb the bumps and ruts often found on South African secondary roads.

Furthermore, the Tata Tiago’s excellent turning circle, which David demonstrated with a U-turn test, is highlighted as a game-changer for urban driving – it makes easy work of tight parking manoeuvres.

David Taylor tests the height adjustability of the driver's seat in the Tata Tiago

Interior Features & Safety Specification

Inside, the Tata Tiago’s cabin is built to a price point, featuring hard, durable plastics. How well these materials will hold up over long-term ownership remains to be seen, but prospects look promising.

The 1.2 XT features several key features over the 1.2 XM that justify the step-up in price: a 7.0-inch Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-compatible touchscreen infotainment system, a 4-speaker audio setup, a reverse-view camera (to complement the rear parking sensors), electrically adjustable side mirrors, a multifunction ‘wheel, along with electronic stability control, hill-hold control, and a rear-window demister.

However, the segment’s biggest compromise lies in safety specification. Tata has ensured that all Tiago derivatives are equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS with EBD) and 2 front airbags – the basics, then.

But David makes a strong case that an electronic stability control (ESC) should be non-negotiable across the entire Tiago range, arguing that active safety systems are essential for keeping drivers out of trouble.

Finally, while the 242-litre load bay is adequately sized (it can fit 3 Budget Insurance cooler boxes), some cost-cutting is visible. There is no rear windscreen wiper – a drawback when driving in wet weather.

What does the Tata Tiago cost in South Africa?

DERIVATIVE	PRICE
Tata Tiago 1.2 XM 5MT	R184 900
Tata Tiago 1.2 XT 5MT	R209 900
Tata Tiago 1.2 XT 5AMT	R224 900

Prices (correct in November 2025) include a 5-year/125 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan.

Tata Passenger Cars are imported by the Motus Group, an established player responsible for brands like Hyundai, Kia, and Renault. With an initial dealer footprint of around 40, Tata aims to expand this to 70 dealers by 2027, addressing common consumer concerns about after-sales support.

Tata Tiago (2025) Price & Specs

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Summary

David concludes by balancing the Tata Tiago‘s strong points – its punchy engine and keen price, to mention just 2 – with the lack of ESC across the range and middling (2-year) service plan. The core question for any prospective buyer becomes: do the newcomer’s strengths outweigh the overall value proposition offered by its more established budget-car segment rivals?

Watch the full video review above to find out where the Tata Tiago lands in the budget car pecking order.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are the key engine specifications for the Tata Tiago 1.2 XT?

A: The 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine produces 63 kW of power and 113 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

Q: What is the biggest compromise in the Tata Tiago’s safety specification?

A: The segment’s biggest compromise is the lack of an electronic stability control (ESC) system across the entire Tiago range, although all derivatives include ABS with EBD and 2 front airbags.

Q: What after-sales support is included in the purchase price?

A: The purchase price includes a 5-year/125,000 km warranty and a 2-year/30,000 km service plan.

New Hilux – what looks new but isn’t

The new Hilux might use old engines and gearboxes, but the design is definitely all-new, or is it? Will Hilux buyers be happy with another decade of (very) average rear seat comfort because of a legacy platform?

But often all that exterior design, hides aged engineering underneath. Toyota’s new Hilux looks more futuristic than many expected. The aerodynamic front end is a smart design, because bakkies are notoriously poor aerodynamically.

Looks can be very deceiving. And automotive designers are experts at making vehicles look bigger, smaller, taller, thinner or wider. Using the ratio of metal to glass, body panel proportions, and vehicle stance to influence perception.

Yet all the clever design and sneaky imitation features, like the Hilux’s version of the Ranger’s box step, doesn’t answer the driving questions about ths new bakkie. Which is how much investment Toyota has really made in the frame and cabin space?

Hilux chassis is tough enough

*Inspired by Ford’s Ranger box step, and a very useful feature on the new Hilux.*

The 9th-generation Hilux will be built on a frame that is anything but new.

Toyota supporters will argue that Hilux’s proven durability, especially in farm applications and across millions of kilometres of severe dirt-road use, proves that its steel ladder frame doesn’t need an upgrade. And they might be right.

Take the Land Cruiser 70-Series example. These Toyotas have effectively been using the same steel ladder frame design for nearly four decades and enjoy universal customer approval. Despite being very uncomfortable for passengers.

But the issue is that Hilux’s IVM platform dates back to the late 2000s – and other bakkies have evolved a lot since then, with newer platforms. Toyota did comprehensively reengineer the chassis from the 7th to the 8th generation Hilux in 2015. Between the 8th and 9th-generation? Not so much…

Digital design tools and available automotive-grade steels are continuously evolving. And not using all that technological advancement, by creating an entirely new frame for Hilux, is a thing. Especially with so many newer rivals in the market.

Toyota has mentioned that the new Hilux, built on the legacy IMV platform, does feature an upgraded spot-welding profile. But that’s now quite the same as a completely new design, which can optimise strength, reduce weight, and allow for a bigger, better, cab-design, with more space and comfort. Which is what most double cab bakkie customers really want.

The TNGA-F chassis question

*Possibly the best volume ladder frame chassis in the world. Used in Prado, Cruiser 300 and Tacoma. Not Hilux.*

There’s a lot of disappointment that Toyota didn’t use a shortened version of the TNGA-F platform for the new Hilux. Consolidating similarly sized vehicles onto a single platform can create significant economies of scale, enabling some terrific engineering innovation. And that’s exactly what Toyota has been doing with its severe-duty off-road SUVs and bakkies over the last few years.

The company’s engineers have invested heavily in R&D into the TNGA-F platform, an overengineered ladder-frame platform familiar to South Africans in the Land Cruiser 300 and Prado. Imagine the product potential of Prado-grade of 4×4 chassis durability, toughness and cabin comfort in a new Hilux?

Suspension mounting points and greater off road wheel travel are two benefits of using the TNGA-F platform. And considering how popular Hilux is for South Africans who actually use their bakkies in an all-terrain role, or as a platform for overlanding, it’s curious that Toyota didn’t want to transition Hilux to the TNGA-F platform.

Rear seat legroom?

*Same core cab structure and chassis, means the same rear comfort issues as 8^th-gen Hilux.*

The bakkie as a family vehicle, and even a luxury family vehicle, is something few product planners predicted 15 years ago. But it’s become a reality, creating new customer demands for double cab designers and engineers.

Body-on-frame vehicles have poor cabin comfort. Especially double cab bakkies, because there’s very little floor depth to work with to create legroom and seating angle comfort for rear passengers. It’s improving, but very slightly.

Toyota says its Hilux customers are bothered by cabin space, but the truth is that all its rivals now effectively offer better cabin comfort. And some Hilux rivals offer much better rear passenger legroom and seating comfort. Which matters a lot when you are using any double cab as a family vehicle.

How IMV limits Hilux cab comfort

*Ford Ranger has set high standards for long distance rear-seat bakkie comfort.*

Look beyond that aerodynamic new front-end, and you’ll notice that new Hilux has the same core cab structure and panels.

The roof and doors haven’t really changed. And that’s limiting. Because it means the cabin packaging inside can’t have changed much. That means the same cramped rear with that uncomfortable seating position that has made Hilux one of the less pleasant spaces for passengers on long journeys across South Africa, especially if seated behind a tall driver.

This is where the argument of using the TNGA-F platform re-enters the debate. New Hilux’s cabin packaging is limited, because a body-on-frame vehicle’s cabin comfort is as much influenced by the cab, as the steel frame it’s mounted onto. And that legacy Hilux IMV platform has limited what Hilux cabin architects and ergonomic specialists can do to make it comfier, because a redesigned, roomier, cab structure would never fit on the carry-over steel ladder frame.

If Toyota chose to use the newer, better TNGA-F platform, Hilux could have had an amazingly comfortable rear passenger seating experience, like the American-market Tacoma. Which is built on the TNGA-F platform.

Tacoma has all those Prado-type benefits regarding off road ability and cabin comfort, because it uses the best body-on-frame Toyota makes. And has invested the most money in.

Strangely, considering Hilux’s global product profile and importance to Toyota’s profitability, it’s peculiar that the engineering team decided not to use the newer, better, TNGA-F platform. Especially in a market where double cab customers are demaning more cabin comfort, instead of pure commercial vehicle bakkie usability.

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BAIC B30 (2025) Specs & Price

The BAIC B30 has gone on sale in South Africa. Here’s a look at pricing and specifications for this adventuring SUV.

Trim Levels

B30 Assembled in South Africa

How much does the BAIC B30 cost in South Africa?

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine options and drivetrains are available for the BAIC B30 in South Africa?

What is the approximate price range for the BAIC B30 in South Africa?

Is the BAIC B30 built in South Africa?

What are the key technology and adventure features of the B30?

Tata Tiago Review: We drive one of SA’s most affordable cars

David Taylor drives the Tata Tiago 1.2 XT to see if this highly anticipated entry into the South African budget-car segment can compete with the established leaders.

The Return of the Tata Passenger Car

Fighting for the Budget Crown: Pricing & Rivals

On the Road: Tata Tiago Drivetrain & Agility

Interior Features & Safety Specification

What does the Tata Tiago cost in South Africa?

Summary

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

New Hilux – what looks new but isn’t

The new Hilux might use old engines and gearboxes, but the design is definitely all-new, or is it? Will Hilux buyers be happy with another decade of (very) average rear seat comfort because of a legacy platform?

Hilux chassis is tough enough

The TNGA-F chassis question

Rear seat legroom?

How IMV limits Hilux cab comfort