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MG HS to add hybrid and plug-in options in South Africa
The two powertrains are due in January 2027, with the plug-in version targeting 120 km of electric-only driving.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-11-03
MG QS Seven-Seater Set for South African Debut in January 2027
The SUV, revealed in China as the MGS9, will offer petrol and plug-in hybrid powertrains. South African specifications and prices are still to come.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-11-02
Changan Deepal S05 REEV launches in South Africa from R699,000
The range-extended electric SUV pairs a 160 kW rear motor with a petrol generator, and is offered locally with an electric-only range of 175 km.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-11-02
Omoda and Jaecoo Pass 30,000 South African Sales
The Chery sub-brand reached 31,990 cumulative sales after a record month in September, while third-quarter deliveries rose 24.4% year on year.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-30
Foton’s Tunland V9 PHEV set for South Africa in early 2027
The double-cab pickup was unveiled in Gqeberha with 350 kW, a claimed 100 km electric range and no local price yet.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-30
South Africa’s 2026 Haval H7 Compared with the Jetour T2 and BAIC B30
The newly launched H7 faces two Chinese SUV rivals, with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid options across the three lineups.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-28
Chery Considers SUV Based on Grootman Pickup Platform
A Fortuner-sized SUV has not been confirmed, but Chery says the Grootman’s ladder-frame platform could support one.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-27
Chinese cars in South Africa this week: Omoda C4 to be built at Rosslyn, and Haval and Arcfox set prices
Chery's Rosslyn plant will build the Omoda C4 from mid-2027, GWM priced the 2026 Haval H7 from R554,900 and BAIC's Arcfox T1 started sales from R359,900.
ZhongAuto (South Africa) · 2026-10-25
Chery Patent Images Show a Monocoque Pickup, but Its Size Remains Unclear
The double-cab design resembles the Omoda X, while its proportions leave open whether it would rival midsize pickups such as the Fiat Toro.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-23
Arcfox T1 launches in South Africa from R359,900
BAIC’s Arcfox brand has entered the South African market with a compact electric crossover offered in Pro and Max grades.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-23
Chery Tiggo X7 Set for South African Launch in 2027
Unveiled in Wuhu, the boxy new SUV will reach South Africa in the third quarter of 2027, with its local specifications and pricing still to come.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-23
Omoda C4 Set for South African Production in 2027
The compact SUV is due to become the first Chery Group model assembled at its Rosslyn plant, with production expected to start by mid-2027.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-22
2026 Haval H7 Arrives in South Africa from R554,900
GWM’s six-variant SUV range offers petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power, with prices reaching R794,900.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-21
2026 iCaur 03T iWD reviewed in South Africa
The dual-motor electric SUV pairs 205 kW with a claimed 436 km range and costs R699,900 in South Africa. Its touchscreen-heavy cabin takes time to learn, while an extended-range version is expected later this year.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-20
2026 Haval H7: South African launch set for October 22
A first-look video previews the H7 ahead of its local debut, with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains planned.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-10-19