Take a look at this list of 35 new cars we’re looking forward to in South Africa in 2024. This year was a difficult one for the automotive industry. Sure, government legislation was passed to speed up electric-vehicle adoption, but there was little else to get excited about.
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Several economic headwinds hit the automotive sector and saw sales drop off steadily throughout 2023. Load-shedding, Transnet railway and port delays played a role. New-car prices have also steadily increased, and a dozen cars were discontinued as the industry adjusted to its challenges.
NEW CARS WE’RE LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2024
Nevertheless, it’s the tough times and dark places that make us stronger. And we’re always positive about the New Year with these 35 new cars we’re looking forward to in South Africa (listed in alphabetical order):
Audi A3, Q3, A4 and Q5
A big year for Audi sees many major models updated in 2024.
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BMW X2 and X3
BMW’s Active Tourer and mainstay X3 SUV are on the cards for 2024. The latter is part of a large investment in to the country.
Citroen C3 Aircross
Cheap and cheerful French motoring. Vive le France!
Ferrari Roma Spider
Beautiful drop-top version of Ferrari’s Roma.
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Ford Mustang
The one, the only new-generation muscle car will bolster Ford’s strong line-up of bakkies and SUVs.
Haval Dargo
Four-wheel-drive Haval to take on the rough and ready Renault Duster.
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Hyundai Santa Fe
Big, bold full-size Korean SUV.
Kia Picanto
Pint-sized supermini that South Africans just love.
Lamborghini Revuelto
Hybrid-V12 replacement to the Aventador.
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Land Rover Discover Sport, Velar and Evoque
2024 is a big year of refreshed models for the British marque.
Mercedes-Benz
GLA, GLE, GLC Coupe, C63 S AMG, GLC63 S AMG, S63 S AMG and V-Class makes for a busy year all-round for the three-pointed star.
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Mini Cooper SE
All-electric Minis on the cards for South Africa in 2024.
Opel Corsa
Image by Stellantis Group.
We’re long overdue for an updated Corsa in South Africa. Petrol and electric anticipated.
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Renault Triber, Kiger, Clio, Captur and all-new Duster
A big year for the French brand.
Volkswagen Tiguan, T-Cross and Touareg
All SUVs get upgrades or new models.
Volvo EX30 and EX90
2024 is the year of the Chinese-funded electric revolution from Volvo that we’ve heard so much about.
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