Meet the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, essentially the same car with less show.
While the vast majority of petrolheads lust after the outrageous Porsche 911 GT3, there’s a small client base of customers who aren’t wanting that oversized wing and instead prefer something subtle. Introducing the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, essentially the same car, but without the trick wing, spoilers and vents.
To the untrained eye, this looks just like your average run-of-the-mill Porsche 911, but don’t be fooled as it still packs a tremendous punch thanks to its naturally-aspirated 4.0-litre flat-6 motor. In its current guise, the Porsche 911 GT3 develops 375 kW and 470 Nm and is good for a 0-100 kph time of 3.4 seconds. Perhaps the most impressive performance figure is the 0-200 kph in just 10.8 seconds. Top speed for the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is rated at 315 kph. Customers have the choice of a 6-speed manual gearbox or the 7-speed PDK transmission.
It’s all about the subtle styling and detailing, with the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring featuring a rear spoiler that automatically extends, a front custom grille, an exhaust finished in silver and a GT3 Touring badge on the rear .
The GT3 Touring rides on 20- and 21-inch wheels, the same units as those found on the GT3 and a cursory glance at the Porsche configurator shows a huge potential for paint and leather customisation. Porsche says its Touring is aimed at customers who have a “pronounced passion for understatement and classic driving pleasure.” In the era of electrification and semi-autonomous technology, it’s great to see a manufacturer still promoting the art of driving.
As far as pricing and availability is concerned, we only have pricing for the standard Porsche 911 GT3, so use the below amounts as guides for the GT3 Touring.
Nissan Australia has revealed images of a beefed-up facelifted Navara double-cab derivative, which is being produced in conjunction with the automotive engineering firm Premcar. Based on the flagship PRO-4X derivative, the Warrior will feature a host of off-road modifications.
Although the Japanese brand’s antipodean subsidiary has not released full specification details of the attention-grabbing facelifted Navara (PRO-4X) Warrior, the company is now conducting final testing on what “promises to be the world’s toughest Navara”, the company says.
Nissan’s broader Warrior programme involves 35 Premcar engineers, manufacturing experts and executives. The Navara PRO-4X Warrior by Premcar (yes, that’s the bakkie’s full name) is being developed/re-engineered in the state of Victoria and will pave the way for the rollout of more Warrior derivatives, which means there may be more moderately specified (read: pocket-friendly) versions.
The Japanese brand previously collaborated with Premcar with the Ford Ranger Raptor-rivalling Navara N-Trek Warrior, which was based on the pre-facelifted version of Nissan’s double-cab.
As was the case with its predecessor (the N-Trek Warrior), the PRO-4X Warrior features a high-mounted front bumper with an integrated bull-bar and LED lighting strip, chunky black fender flares and a wide-legged sport-bar, increased underbody protection (in the form of a red-finished and branded steel underbody bash plate), as well as black alloy rims shod with high-profile Cooper all-terrain tyres.
Suspension upgrades to bolster the Nissan’s off-road capability should include new coil springs and dampers with a larger structure and more oil volume to each wheel corner, a substantial improvement in ground clearance (the N-Trek Warrior stood at 266 mm) and approach and departure angles of at least 35- and 29-degrees.
While the N-Trek Warrior’s engine and transmission were left unchanged from that of the standard bakkie (it was powered by a 2.3-litre bi-turbodiesel), the PRO-4X Warrior’s powertrain may not be updated either, although Nissan will confirm that later. Remember, the bakkie now utilises a single-turbo 2.5-litre diesel motor in South Africa.
Suffice to say the PRO-4X Warrior will incorporate all of the interior detail and safety-spec improvements that were introduced with the facelifted bakkie. This week, the facelifted Nissan Navara began rolling off the Japanese brand’s local manufacturing facility in Rosslyn.
Should Nissan SA consider importing the new PRO-4X Warrior kit from Down Under and introduce it in Mzansi?
Haval’s new H6 family car has made landfall in South Africa with aggressive pricing and a feature-rich specification sheet which is bound to ruffle a few feathers in this segment. See the Haval H6’s rivals below…
Haval is well and truly establishing itself in the South African new car market. The new Haval Jolion is selling up a storm in the compact SUV segment and now the new H6 is poised to upset the family car segment with its premium cabin that’s laden with standard features. More so, the Haval H6 is attractively priced…
The H6 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbopetrol engine that produces 150 kW and 320 Nm of torque and this engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Buyers can also choose between front- and all-wheel-drive, depending on the derivative.
In terms of features, the H6 is equipped with niceties such as a digital instrument cluster, 12.3-inch touch-sensitive infotainment system, 8-way adjustable driver- and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat, both in conjunction with heating and ventilation; a heated ‘wheel; negative-ion air cleaning- and filtration; adaptive cruise control (with traffic-jam assist); traffic-sign recognition; a 360-degree-view camera system, keyless entry with one-button start and a sunroof. The Super Luxury version will also feature a full-colour head-up display, a wireless charging pad and an electrically powered- and remotely operated tailgate. Pricing for the Haval H6 starts from R419 900.
Also, if you wish to compare the Haval H6 against any of its rivals, you can use our convenient Compare New Cars tool!
What are the main rivals to the new Haval H6?
Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 is a popular choice in this segment and it’s the current #CarsAwards Family Car champion. However, its 2.0/2.5-litre naturally-aspirated engines are not as punchy as its turbocharged rivals. Pricing for the RAV4 starts from R472 900.
Volkswagen’s Tiguan is a segment favorite but a facelifted Tiguan is due to arrive in South Africa in Q3 2021. With local dealers being keen to sell off current stock, buyers are in a strong position to negotiate a favorable deal on the current Tiguan. Pricing for the current Tiguan starts from R516 100.
*A new Hyundai Tucson is expected before the end of 2021.
An all-new Tucson family car is headed for South Africa in the second half of 2021 with sharp, edgy styling that will look to steal sales from its rivals. Pricing for the current Hyundai Tucson starts from R447 900.
* The new Kia Sportage is likely to reach SA in 2022.
A new Kia Sportage was recently revealed and it’s expected to come to market in South Africa in 2022. Depending on the derivative you choose, the current Sportage can be pricey which means that the Haval H6 bests it in terms of outright value-for-money. The starting price for the Sportage range starts from R452 995.
The quirky Citroen C5 Aircross is hugely underrated in this segment and it’s arguably one of the most stylish offerings in this segment. We’d even say it’s better looking than the Haval H6, but you can decide for yourself. Pricing starts from R529 900.
Mazda’s CX-5 is one of the best all-around family vehicles on the market and it knocks the lights out in terms of interior space and practicality. Pricing for the CX-5 starts from R455 500.
Subaru recently introduced a more powerful 2.5-litre Boxer engine to the Forester range with 136 kW and 239 Nm. The Forester is often overlooked by buyers but it shouldn’t be as it’s one of the better offerings in this segment. The Forester is priced from R486 000.
Honda’s CR-V is not as flashy as some of it’s rivals but it’s still regarded as a reliable purchase in this segment, but it’s on the pricier end, especially if you are looking to buy the range-topping 1.5T Exclusive AWD at R773 100. The base CR-V 2.0 Comfort starts at R522 000.
The Koleos received a subtle update in 2020 but its 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine delivers average performance at best and is no match against its turbocharged rivals. It’s also not as refined… Pricing for the Koleos starts from R474 900.
Volkswagen has released a teaser image of the facelifted Polo GTI, which is due for a reveal at the end of June 2021. Here’s what we know so far.
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*Update* Our spy photographers have spotted the updated Volkswagen Polo GTI on public roads. It’s wearing very light camouflage and we can see the new look front bumper as well as the headlights. The rear still looks much the same as the current model.
The Volkswagen Polo GTI currently is a formidable offering. Combining excellent performance from its 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder motor with 147 kW and 320 Nm, the GTI also offers great levels of comfort and features.
Recently the facelifted Volkswagen Polo was revealed, showing off a fresher design inspired by the Golf 8 as well as big upgrades in the connectivity and technology departments. What about the sportiest model in the Polo family? While most would assume the GTI badge is associated with the Golf family, the Polo GTI has a significant fanbase too.
Volkswagen released a teaser image of its soon-to-be-revealed updated Polo GTI. When it’s revealed, we expect it to pack 152 kW and 320 Nm, and the 6-speed DSG will be replaced by a 7-speed DSG. This small mechanical change was rolled out to current shape Polo GTI units for the European market.
The standard car’s performance improved, with a claimed 0-100 kph in 6.5 seconds, which is an improvement on the current 6.7 seconds.
The most obvious changes will come in the form of the looks, which as you can see by the teaser image may seem a little too out there, but there are new elements like the daytime running lights and grille.
We’ll also see the same big changes in the tech and connectivity departments, much like the facelifted Volkswagen Polo range.
The facelifted Volkswagen Polo range, complete with new-look rear lights.
When does the updated Volkswagen Polo launch in South Africa?
We know Volkswagen SA will be manufacturing the new Polo range at its Uitenhage facility. We also understand the trim levels will be changing. Apparently, the Trendline, Comfortline and Highline designations will fall away and be replaced by the Polo (standard), Life, Style and R-Line specifications. The newcomer will arrive in South African showrooms early in 2022 and an updated GTI hot hatch version will follow during the course of next year.
Toyota used to be widely criticised for being a mass producer of unremarkable cars with precious few true performance models in its line-up, but the Japanese auto giant has executed a complete 180 in the past 3 years. This exceptionally talented GR Yaris is a World Rally Championship homologation special, but just how well does a “rally car for the road” fare in real-world conditions? We spent 2 days thrashing the newcomer around the Aldo Scribante race circuit to find out.
We like: Unbelievably fun to drive, lightweight, 3-cylinder with insane power.
We don’t like: Why has it taken so long for Toyota to produce something this good? Maybe the interior could highlight how special this car is.
The roofline on the GR Yaris is 95 mm lower than the standard Yaris.
A section of the World Rally Championship rulebook states that in order for a car to be eligible to compete in the WRC, the rally version cannot be too dissimilar to its road-going sibling. So Toyota probably reasoned that the more practical alternative to adapting a regular Yaris for rallying (by adding myriad performance addenda to it), would be to create an entirely new rally car and slap a Yaris badge on it! The end result, the GR Yaris, has 3 doors to the normal Yaris’ 5 doors, has a 95-mm lower roofline and 4-wheel drive. In fact, the only parts it shares with the standard Yaris are the lights and wing mirrors…
Most performance cars that have been released throughout the past decade have been encumbered with excess weight. Why? Well, manufacturers have laced them with technology and safety equipment, plus, in general, cars have got bigger. The GR Yaris bucks this trend; it tips the scales at 1 280 kg (even with a 4-wheel-drive system) thanks to a carbon-fibre roof and aluminium bonnet, doors and tailgate.
To shift all of that Japanese lightness around as rapidly as the laws of physics would permit, Toyota has installed the world’s most powerful production 3-cylinder (1.6-litre) engine under the GR Yaris’ bonnet. It wasn’t too long ago that we were praising Ford for punching out 92 kW from a 3-cylinder turbopetrol, but things have moved on – and how! The Yaris’ powerplant has the same configuration as the Ford, but it doles out 195 kW and 360 Nm of torque and waves goodbye to the likes of the Volkswagen Golf GTI and BMW 128ti (both of which extract less power from their 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbopetrol motors).
Launch control in the GR Yaris
Bury your foot on the gas and drop the clutch and it leaps into action.
There is no launch control mode in the GR Yaris, at least officially, but it arguably doesn’t need one, considering the instantaneous way it rockets off the line – like it’s been shot from a cannon. We must have launched it more than 20 times during our 2 days at the track and to start with, we made the mistake of launching the Toyota like a regular car; one without sticky-as-syrup Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres.
In most cars, you can successfully execute an acceleration run from a standing start on a cold track surface from between 2 500 and 3 500 rpm (if you haven’t laid down any rubber beforehand). The GR Yaris? Well, we kept increasing the rpm with every launch attempt until we discovered that bouncing the motor’s revs off the 7 000-rpm limiter (before releasing the clutch pedal) produced the best results, as a matter of fact. It springs so hard off the line at that point that I’m fairly sure we “got some air”. This launch technique also reduces bogging off the line and turbo lag as the engine revs drop.
GR Yaris on track
There really is no other way to say this: the benchmark for what a hot hatch is capable of has been shifted a long way from what we’ve previously experienced. You could spend R1 million on something like a Mercedes-AMG A45 S (with its trick differentials) and it would still feel dull and sluggish in the bends compared with the GR Yaris.
Turn-in is sharp and precise, but the real party piece is how quickly you can get back on the power (plant the accelerator pedal again). It’s unreal how soon you can pile on the speed when exiting corners – and get away with it. The GR Yaris has 3 drive modes that transfer drive to each axle. In Normal mode, you get a 60:40 split that’s front biased, in Sport it’s more playful with a 30:70 split in favour of the rear and then, in Track mode, it balances it 50:50, but maintains a rear bias for torque distribution as long as the stability control sensors don’t detect any wheel spin/slip at the front.
You can apply the throttle out of corners earlier than you ever thought possible.
Unusually for a performance car, you sit quite high in the GR Yaris. This makes for a car in which you feel as if you can hustle it around bends with abandon and figuratively get on top of it. The tyres and brakes don’t have to deal with heavy loads and they lasted for lap after lap without any signs of fade or overheating respectively. The fun can go on and on until you run the tank dry, and you will do that.
Even when its Sport mode is engaged, the GR Yaris is not the type of car that will allow you to drift it out of corners; in fact, the short wheelbase makes it incredibly reactive to driver inputs. Toyota’s hot little newcomer can change direction like a maniacal cursor; just point the car’s nose into a bend, rotate at the apex and pin the throttle (sooner, always sooner) and it will corner without a hint of understeer.
We assume that the GR Yaris might eventually misbehave/get out of shape, but also believe the Toyota would have to be seriously overdriven or manhandled before it will do that.
What’s it like inside?
Note the small plaque next to the handbrake denoting WRC heritage.
Alas, the GR Yaris’ interior is possibly its only letdown. It might be a miracle of engineering on the road or race track, but it’s just a Yaris on the inside and a little too normal for what lies beneath its sheet metal. The bucket seats are a sporty touch but could benefit from offering additional bolstering around the thigh area. There is GR badging on the steering wheel and a WRC homologation badge affixed below the drive mode selector knob. Other than that, it’s basic Yaris fare. We kept looking through the touchscreen interface to find some sort of telemetry package or g-force app, but didn’t find anything.
There is an exhaust button, however. When you press it, the GR Yaris amplifies its engine sound through the cabin speakers to add slightly more throaty bass than an off-beat 3-cylinder would usually have. The GR Yaris positively titillates your ears with distinctive sounds – some from the engine and the others from the turbocharger, which is constantly whooshing and spewing air out of its wastegate. It’s an extremely distinctive sound and one you’ll either love or hate, but when the “amplification button” is disengaged it’s a little calmer inside the cabin… if you’d prefer it that way.
Verdict
The GR Yaris has shifted perception of what a hot hatch can do.
The GR Yaris is Toyota’s best performance car for at least a decade, if not longer. The end. No, we’re not being dramatic for the sake of being so…
“Homologation special” models or derivatives used to be a thing of the past; in the South African context, think of cars like the Opel Kadett GSi 16V S “Superboss” and BMW 325iS, which were bred for circuit racing and in global terms, the made-for-rallying Lancia Stratos and Ford RS200, to name just a few. They all became instant (and absolute) classics and the GR Yaris looks set to join them.
The Toyota’s raucously powerful 3-pot turbo motor mated with a 6-speed manual box and rev-matching makes it easy to get to grips with. The 4-wheel-drive setup would normally be a hindrance to agility and you’d read the word “understeer” everywhere on the internet, but no, the GR Sport is simply brilliant at distributing its power; it enables you to get on the power earlier than your brain can comprehend.
Granted, it’s very much a weekend car. It can be used as a daily runabout, but you’ll find yourself trying to nail every single corner on the school run – that’s how addictive the performance and handling are.
Toyota hasn’t moved the bar for hot hatches incrementally, it’s teleported it to another planet altogether.
Volkswagen Tiguan (2021) Specs & Price
Volkswagen’s popular Tiguan family car has received an update and it will go on sale in South Africa in Q3 of 2021. See what’s changed below…
Volkswagen’s best-selling car of 2019 has come in for some updated treatment. The facelifted Tiguan will reach South Africa in the third quarter of 2021 and will be followed by the arrival of the Tiguan Allspace.
Volkswagen claims the front end is ‘completely new’ with the grille now flowing into the wider LED lights. The new VW badge has been placed on the Tiguan for the first time and the bumpers feature a more defined ‘C’ on the outer edges.
The Tiguan badge at the back has moved from the left edge of the boot to directly under the VW badge. The 4Motion badges have also been redesigned and there are new wheel designs available for each trim line. The Tiguan can be had in some new vibrant colours such as Ginger Brown, Kings Red, Lapiz Blue, Night Shade Blue and Dolphin Grey.
Interior updates
Sliding volume buttons on the steering wheel and similar tech for the climate control system has been added.
The steering wheel of the Tiguan now features fancy touch sliders on the steering wheel that allow you to slide the volume up and down from the wheel. The latest VW infotainment system (MIB3) has been included in the Tiguan. It has better voice activation control, multiple phone pairing and wireless App-Connect. It will also feature a new 480-watt Fender Premium sound system on top-trim models.
Standard features
Three trim lines will be available namely the base Tiguan, Tiguan Life and the Tiguan R-Line.
The base Tiguan will be offered with 17-inch Montana alloy wheels, LED headlights, leather steering wheel, cruise control and Volkswagen’s MIB3 infotainment system.
The Tiguan Life adds 18-inch Frankfurt alloy wheels, LED headlights with cornering headlights, climatronic air conditioning, front park distance control and an electronic rear tailgate. Optional 18-inch Nizza wheels and 19-inch Victoria Falls alloys will also be offered.
The range-topping Tiguan R-Line gains an exterior R-Line package, 19-inch Valencia wheels, ambient interior lighting, Vienna leather seats, active info display and a Composition Media Radio with App Connect. The Tiguan R-Line can also be had with 20-inch Suzuka alloys.
Optional features across the range include a panoramic sunroof, tow bar, Black Style Package, Discover Pro infotainment system, heads-up display, Harmon Kardon sound system, IQ Matrix LED lights, area view camera with park assist, IQ drive package and Trailer Manoeuvring System.
Engines?
Volkswagen South Africa has confirmed that the South African market will receive one diesel and two petrol engines.
The 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine will offer 130 kW and 380 Nm and will be mated with a 7-speed DSG transmission.
The petrol engine range starts with the 1.4TSI with 110 kW and 250 Nm mated with a 6-speed DSG transmission. The more powerful 2.0-litre TSI with 162 kW and 350 Nm will also be offered in conjunction with a 7-speed DSG.
The 2.0-litre turbopetrol 4-cylinder engines will likely be carried over too, particularly for the 4Motion variants where the increased performance and torque is required. The state of tune (power and torque figures) has not been confirmed yet.
It has also come to light that the Tiguan will also gain the 2.0-litre turbopetrol from the Golf 8 GTI with outputs of either 140kW and 320 Nm or 180 kW and 370 Nm, but these derivatives are not yet confirmed for SA.
More assists
There are more safety systems available for the facelifted Tiguan and it even includes a semi-autonomous mode that will take over steering, throttle and braking duties from standstill to over 200 kph. The system does require the driver to have their hands on the wheel while this system ‘takes over’. An advanced version of adaptive cruise control can now adjust the vehicle speed as it navigates through different speed zones by using the navigation system as well as the front-mounted camera.
How much will the facelifted Volkswagen Tiguan cost in South Africa?
The Volkswagen Tiguan comes standard with a 3 year/120 000km warranty, 5 year/ 90 000km Volkswagen Service Plan and a 12-year anti-corrosion warranty. The service interval is 15 000km
The flagship Mercedes-Benz S-Class has only just arrived in South Africa, but the performance testing of the 2022 Mercedes-AMG S63e is well under way. Here’s what we know so far.
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The luxury Mercedes-Benz S-Class comes brimming with luxury, technology and comfort, but of course, no Mercedes-Benz product is complete without an AMG performance derivative. The 2022 Mercedes-AMG S63e is busy testing currently and will be bringing big power to the party.
While performance and engine details, and even the name yet to be confirmed, we can start the speculation. We do know that Mercedes-AMG is going the modular engine route with regards to electrification. We know the next-gen C63 S will feature the 2.0-litre from the A45 and an electric motor, but surely a 4-cylinder performance S-Class is unacceptable?
The 4.0-litre turbocharged V8 motor is set to continue and like the 4-cylinder, it will feature a big electric setup. From the last AMG press release, there will be a 9-speed automatic transmission on the front axle, with electric power units on the rear axle. This power unit will comprise a lithium-ion battery, cooling system, powerful electric motor, electrically controlled differential as well as a 2-speed gearbox.
For the V8 derivative, outputs of 600 kW and 1000 Nm are being touted, with the first model to get this engine being the updated Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door.
Visually, you can see this is the new Mercedes-AMG S63e thanks to its quad exhausts, bigger AMG wheels and massive intake on the front bumper.
As it stands, Mercedes-Benz currently offers the S-Class in 400d and 500 flavour, with every S-Class having a long wheelbase.
Could there be enough demand for a hydrogen fuel-cell electric overlander? Land Rover believes there might be…
The electric vehicle revolution is challenging for adventure vehicle brands. Batteries deliver potent power, but their limited range, weight, dependence on a recharging network and temperature sensitivity are all issues to those who use their vehicles for hardcore 4×4 adventuring.
Meanwhile, Land Rover has committed to some very ambitious electric fleet and emissions goals. It wishes to be a zero (tailpipe) emissions company by 2036 – and that means it will need an entirely battery-powered product portfolio. But will all of those future electric Land Rovers, be recharged by plug-in electricity?
Hydrogen has been widely touted as one of the alternative energy sources to replace petrol and diesel. Although plug-in electric vehicle designers believe the scale of current recharging networks, and their accelerated rollout, make BEVs better, some engineers still consider hydrogen to be viable.
Land Rover has confirmed that it is developing a hydrogen-powered Defender to test the technology. What are the benefits?
Hydrogen fuelled vehicles have excellent energy density, which makes them lighter than current BEVs. They also allow for rapid refuelling, especially when you are in something like a Defender, which needs a lot of energy to go a long way.
The other issue that hydrogen helps to address, is energy loss in cold conditions. Batteries suffer degradation of their energy capacity in extremely cold temperatures, which negatively impacts range.
For Defender owners, who are more given to use their vehicles for exploring, any performance loss in cold weather is a drawback. Especially so if your Defender is fully laden – or towing.
Land Rover will commence testing of its hydrogen-powered Defenders soon, under the guise of project Zeus. Its engineers are being assisted by staff and assets attached to the Advanced Propulsion Centre, at the University of Warwick.
The 2022 Volkswagen Taigo is one step closer to a formal reveal as our spy photographers in Europe spotted it virtually production ready.
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The Volkswagen Taigo is essentially a sportier SUV coupe version of the Volkswagen T-Cross – the latter being an exceptionally popular model in South Africa. Interestingly, the Volkswagen Taigo is based on the Volkswagen Nivus, a South American market product.
The powertrain for the Nivus is a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder petrol engine developing 95 kW and 200 Nm, and we expect the Volkswagen Taigo to adopt the same engine and gearbox combination.
Inside, the Volkswagen Taigo will feature a similar cabin layout to the T-Cross, with the option of the digital display seen in other Volkswagen products. We hope the clever 2nd row of seats with sliding functionality makes its way into the Taigo as the T-Cross setup offered a clever blend of rear legroom and boot space, depending on where you placed the rear bench.
With its A0 designation and MQB platform which is not too radical a departure from the Volkswagen Polo (the facelifted version touches down in early 2022), we do wonder if it’s possible to get Volkswagen Taigo production to South Africa. The VW facility in Pamplona currently makes the T-Cross and is earmarked for Taigo production, but should demand ramp up, the SA Volkswagen plant in Uitenhage could be first in line to help meet production targets.
When is the 2022 Volkswagen Taigo coming to SA?
The Volkswagen Taigo has been confirmed for South Africa and will be arriving in early 2022. VW SA says the new Taigo will be positioned in the A0 SUV segment with pricing and specs to be announced closer to the launch date.
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