We have already seen some notable new cars introduced in South Africa this year but with less than 3 months remaining in 2021, there’s still more to come! Take a look at what new cars are still expected to reach South Africa in 2021!
The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has delayed the arrival of countless new products on local soil but local buyers still have much to look forward to.
Please note that the vehicles listed here are expected to arrive in 2021, but as we know, circumstances can change at the drop of a hat which could result in delays. Cars that do not arrive in 2021 will therefore most likely be introduced in 2022.
Abarth
Abarth Yamaha Monster – Now available in SA
The updated Abarth 595 range has touched down in South Africa and buyers can now own an Abarth Yamaha Monster. Only 2 000 units are available worldwide and units allocated to South Africa are therefore very limited.
The Abarth Yamaha Monster is powered by a 1.4-litre turbopetrol engine with 132 kW and 230 Nm and is mated with a 6-speed manual transmission.
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Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo Giulia – Now available in SA
Updated versions of Alfa Romeo’s Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio recently touched down in South Africa and we drove them! The changes are mostly cosmetic with some notable equipment upgrades, including the option to fit an Akrapovic exhaust system with carbon fibre tailpipes. The interior has been revamped too and a new 8.8-inch infotainment system is now part of the package. Engine outputs and performance remain the same, however, with the 2.9-litre bi-turbo V6 still producing 375 kW and 600 Nm and with power going to the rear wheels for the Giulia and all 4 wheels for the Stelvio via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. Performance is brisk, with both claiming 0-100 kph in under 4 seconds.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio – TBC
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Aston Martin
Aston Martin Vantage Roadster – TBC
Drop-topping doesn’t get much better than this. The Aston Martin Vantage Roadster was expected earlier this year but it has yet to arrive. Not only is this AMG-powered newcomer capable of dashing from 0 to 100 kph in 3.7 seconds – its automatic soft-top is said to be able to retract fully in a “record-setting” 6.7 seconds! The Vantage Roadster employs a burly twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine to generate its forward momentum with outputs of 375 kW and 685 Nm of torque and making use of a fast-shifting 8-speed ZF automatic transmission.
Aston Martin Valhalla – TBC
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Audi
New Audi A3 – Now available in SA
Audi launched a barrage of RS performance products earlier this year but the arrival of the all-new Audi A3 and S3 took place in July 2021. The new Audi RS3 and RS3 Sedan were revealed recently but they are only due to arrive in South Africa in the second half of 2022.
Other products:
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BAIC
BAIC BJ40 Plus – Imminent
Chinese carmaker, BAIC, is launching its BJ40 Plus offroad SUV in South Africa this week. Look out for more information on Cars.co.za soon!
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BMW
BMW M5 CS – Q4
The BMW M5 CS is the most powerful and fastest accelerating car the brand has ever produced. It’s powered by a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 that produces 467 kW and 750 Nm and uses an 8-speed automatic transmission to achieve a 3.0 second zero to 100 kph sprint time. We can’t wait to drive it!
Other products:
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe – Q4 2021
BMW iX3 – Q4
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Fiat
Fiat passenger
Fiat Tipo Hatchback – Now available in SA
A new-look Fiat Tipo has reached local showrooms with a fresh design and in hatchback and sedan guise. The updated Fiat Tipo is available with three levels of specification: TIPO, CITY LIFE and LIFE. Two engines are on offer including a 1.4-litre petrol engine with 70 kW and 127 Nm and a larger 1.6-litre petrol engine with 81 kW and 152 Nm.
Fiat 500X MY21 – Now available in SA
Fiat 500X Cabriolet – TBC
Fiat Professional
Fiat Fiorino SX MY21 (New specification) – TBC
Fiat Doblo Cargo SX MY21 (New specification) – TBC (Fiat Doblo Crew Cab also a possibility)
Fiat Ducato Light – TBC
Fiat Ducato Heavy – TBC
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Ford
Ford Ranger Stormtrak – Now available in South Africa
Much like the Ranger Thunder which came to market last year, the Ranger Stormtrak builds on the Ranger Wildtrak and gains its own set of eye-catching styling features. Ford’s familiar 2.0-litre bi-turbocharged diesel engine will be found in the engine bay with outputs of 157 kW and 500 Nm of torque and comes paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Ford Ranger Raptor Special Edition – October 2021
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Hyundai
Hyundai Tucson – Q4 2021
An all-new Tucson family car is headed for South Africa in the final quarter of 2021 and it’s likely to ruffle a few feathers when it arrives. The sharply-styled Tucson certainly makes a bold statement with its progressive design while its interior execution is equally impressive. In terms of engine choices, South Africa should get a naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre petrol engine, 1.6-litre turbopetrol engine as well as a 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine which will be offered with a dual-clutch transmission. Exact specification details will be communicated closer to launch.
Other products:
Hyundai Staria – November 2021
Hyundai Palisade – Now available in South Africa
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Isuzu
New Isuzu MU-X – November 2021
Isuzu South Africa has confirmed that its bakkie-based 7-seater offroad family SUV will be available locally as of November 2021. We’ll have confirmation on the specifications, engine choices, and pricing of the all-new Isuzu MU-X closer to the vehicle’s launch. Stay tuned!
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Lamborghini
Lamborghini Huracan STO – Now available in South Africa
Just when you thought the Huracan Performante was all it, Lamborghini ushers in the Huracan STO. The Huracan STO slots in above the Huracan Evo and retains the marvellous 5.2-litre V10 which produces 470 kW and 565 Nm in this application with those numbers exclusively directed to its rear rubber. Its purposeful look is met with equal performance and the zero to 100 kph sprint will take just 3 seconds while zero to 200 kph is claimed in 9 seconds with a top speed of 310 kph.
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Mahindra
New Mahindra Thar – TBC
The Thar is Mahindra’s answer to the Suzuki Jimny and while it is due to arrive either in Q4 2021 or in 2022. It will be available with a choice of 4-cylinder turbocharged powerplants – either a 112 kW/320 Nm 2.0-litre petrol or a 97 kW/320 Nm 2.2-litre diesel. More so, the new Thar will be offered with a hardtop, a fixed soft-top or manual convertible roof. South African specification and pricing will be confirmed closer to launch.
Other products:
New Mahindra XUV500 – Late Q4 or early 2022
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Maserati
Maserati MC20 – TBC
Powered by Maserati’s first in-house-designed engine in 20 years, the new carbon fibre-tubbed and butterfly-doored MC20 is powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6. It utilises its lightweight body and advanced aerodynamics to accelerate from standstill to 100 kph in less than 2.9 sec and on to a top speed of 325 kph. Outputs are rated at 463 kW and 730 Nm. The MC20’s motor is mated with an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, as well as a limited-slip diff. Thanks to the liberal use of carbon-fibre composites in its construction, the Maserati tips the scales at under 1 500 kg, which gives it a weight/power ratio of 2.33 kg/hp, the firm says. Thanks to a drag coefficient of under 0.38, the car’s said to sprint from 0 to 200 kph in under 8.8 sec.
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McLaren
McLaren 765LT Coupe – TBC
Packing 563 kW and 800 Nm from its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, the McLaren 765LT utilises myriad carbon fibre components and incorporates several upgrades – not least technologies from its Senna sibling – to establish itself as the ultimate Longtail in the Woking-based manufacturer’s model lineage. With a limited production run of only 765 units, the 765LT needs to be pretty darn special… and it most certainly is. In its leanest, most stripped-out configuration the newcomer tips the scales at 80 kg less than the 720S (for a dry weight of only 1 229 kg and a power-to-weight ratio of 36.9 kW/tonne) by virtue of a plethora of weight-saving measures.
Other products:
McLaren Elva – TBC
McLaren P16 – TBC
McLaren 765LT Spider TBC
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Mercedes-Benz
Other products:
Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series – Now available in SA
Mercedes-Benz EQ range introduction –TBC
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Nissan
New Nissan X-Terra – Q4
Nissan’s new X-Terra 7-seater SUV is expected to reach South Africa in Q4 2021 to take on rivals such as the popular Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and the Isuzu M-UX. Based on the updated Navara, the X-Terra makes use of a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 123 kW and 241 Nm and equipped with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The interior has been modernised with a new infotainment system, including a flip-down 11-inch screen to entertain rear passengers. Local specification details will be confirmed closer to launch.
Other products:
New Nissan Qashqai – Q4
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Opel
Opel Grandland X facelift – Q4 2021
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Peugeot
Peugeot LandTrek – Q4
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Porsche
Porsche 911 GT3 RS – TBC
The new Porsche 911 GT3 was revealed earlier this year and if the outgoing 911 GT3 RS, which we tested recently, is anything to go by then this latest version will surely be something truly special. Official outputs are 375 kW and 470 Nm from its rear-mounted 4.0-litre flat-6 engine which is paired to a lightning-fast dual-clutch PDK or 6-speed manual transmission. Zero to 100kph is claimed at 3.4 seconds. We can’t wait to drive the new 911 GT3 RS!
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Renault
New Renault Clio 5 – Imminent
Renault is due to launch its new 5th generation Clio hatchback in South Africa in 2021. Apart from being offered with a new E-Tech Hybrid powertrain with a 1.6-litre turbopetrol engine and 2 electric motors (for Europe), other potential engine choices include a naturally-aspirated 1.0-litre engine with either 48 kW or 56 kW as well as a new 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 73 kW and 160 Nm which could be paired with either a CVT or 5-speed manual transmission. A range-topping 1.3-litre turbopetrol engine with 95 kW and 260 Nm is also a possibility in conjunction with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Local specifications will be confirmed closer to launch.
Other products:
Renault Kiger – Now available in SA
New Renault Captur – Q4
New Renault Duster Ph2 – Q4/2022
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Toyota
Corolla Cross – Q4
Toyot’s new locally-built Corolla Cross is due soon and it will come powered by a familiar 1.8-litre petrol engine, producing 103 kW and 177 Nm. Toyota will also be offering a hybridized version, which adds an electric motor to the powertrain, producing 54 kW and 163 Nm, in conjunction with a mild tune of the 1.8-litre petrol engine, set at 73 kW and 142 Nm. The Corolla Cross will be offered locally but will also be exported to more than 43 countries in Africa.
Other products:
GR Supra (High-Power) – TBC
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid – Now available in South Africa
Land Cruiser 300 – Now available in SA
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Volkswagen
VW Golf 8 R – Q4
With the Golf GTI now in SA, many Golf fans will be eagerly awaiting the arrival of the potent Golf 8 R towards the end of 2021. The Golf 8 R – officially the fastest, most powerful series-production Golf to date – is powered by a 235 kW/420 Nm “Evo 4” 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbopetrol and is said to sprint from 0 to 100 kph in 4.7 sec courtesy of its revised Haldex-type all-wheel-drive system. Pricing for the Golf 8 R will be revealed closer to launch.
Other products:
New VW Golf 8 GTI – Now vailable in South Africa
New VW Caddy 5 – Launch scheduled for 2022
