
The surprising surge of South Africa’s 7-seaters
Demand for South Africa’s most-popular 7-seaters is higher than ever.
SATURDAY, 14 FEBRUARY 2026, 10:30

Demand for South Africa’s most-popular 7-seaters is higher than ever.

On sale since the beginning of this year, the Changan Alsvin has become popular with compact sedan buyers.

V27 will seemingly sit atop the three-model iCaur range when the brand launches its South African market operations in May.

The government claims petrol should cost only R14 per litre, but has made no progress in reducing prices for motorists.

Based on the mid-spec Super Luxury grade, the bespoke special edition mainly recieves distinct cosmetic upgrades versus the variant it is based on.

Transnet has invested heavily in upgrades to several ports in South Africa.

VW has been knocked out of the top 3 in South Africa by a Chinese car brand.

Uncluttered interior sees gear selector move from centre console to the right of steering wheel.

South Africa and China have agreed to deepen local automotive investment.

VW has responded to reports claiming it may close down its factory in South Africa.

Known in China as the Good Cat under the Ora brand, the supposed facelift will see the arrival of combustion motivation.

Chinese cars are in the spotlight for their expansive data collection.

Municipalities have less than six months to ready themselves for the rollout of the AARTO Act.

Chery and GWM continued to lead the way, the former’s Jetour and Omoda & Jaecoo sub-brands joining it in the top five.

BMW’s factory in South Africa has been producing cars for over 50 years.

Concerns are mounting that VW could close its Kariega plant soon.

T-Roc combines comfort, quality and tech of large SUV packaged as a compact offering.