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Facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross makes South African debut

The updated Corolla Cross receives a more modern look as well as some new features. Here's what you need to know about the range and pricing.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross makes South African debut

The Toyota Corolla Cross gains fresh styling and more features for 2025, with moderate price increases across the board.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

The Gusheshe, the Tazz, the MK1 - these cars truly resonate with Mzansi car heritage

There surely aren’t many nations in the world whose citizens have the ability to take relatively simple cars and turn them into something truly special.

Motoring
Jason Woosey|Published

Next Toyota Corolla hybrid could get 2,100km range thanks to Chinese tech

Instead of resting on its own successful hybrid laurels Toyota is said to be teaming up with BYD for some of its future products, reports out of Japan indicate.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Rookie racer Kumbi Mtshakazi recounts GR Cup baptism of fire

Arriving in Cape Town, I felt both excited and scared. While the GR Corolla is an excellent track companion, I needed to get all of the basics right.

Motoring Motorsport
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New vehicle market dips again: these were the 50 best sellers in February 2024

Economic uncertainty and high living costs continue to take their toll on the South African new vehicle market.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

These were South Africa’s 30 best selling vehicles for the whole of 2023

2023 South African vehicle sales were disappointing on the whole, but there was some positive news on the bakkie front.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Toyota just built its 300 millionth vehicle. These are its top sellers at present

88 years and two months after its first vehicle crossed the assembly line, Toyota Motor Corporation has produced its 300 millionth vehicle globally.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

South African car and SUV sales down but top brands gain ground: 30 best sellers in September

South Africa’s passenger car market declined for the third month in a row in September. These were the winners and losers:

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Watch VideoSpotted: The Corolla bakkie that Toyota South Africa designed but never built

This Corolla bakkie could have dominated the local-half tonne market, but Toyota South Africa decided to shelve the project. Here’s the story of the Corolla Quest Ute that almost was:

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Polo Vivo and Swift bounce back: South Africa’s best-selling cars and SUVs in July 2023

South Africa’s passenger car market took a tumble in July. These were the top sellers:

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

South Africa’s 10 best selling SUVs in the first half of 2023

SUVs are now the most popular vehicle type in SA. But which ones are the most popular? We crunched the numbers from H1 2023.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Toyota GR Corolla South African pricing released, and it’s cheaper than Golf R, Type R

The 221kW, all-wheel drive Toyota GR Corolla is ready to make its mark on the local performance hatch scene. Here’s what you get for your money.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Toyota Corolla hybrid hatch combines sharp looks with impressive economy

The Toyota Corolla 1. 8 Xr hybrid hatch is a solid bet if you’re looking for an attractive hatchback in this dying segment.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

PRICING: Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S now available in hybrid guise

The Toyota Corolla Cross line-up has a new flagship with the introduction of a GR-S hybrid model:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S joins the range: SA pricing released

Toyota SA has revealed the local version of the Corolla Cross GR-Sport. Here’s how much it costs:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is practical, frugal and well priced

The Toyota Corolla Cross 1. 8 Hybrid XS offers an almost unbeatable blend of value, quality, practicality and economy. But it requires a more relaxed driving style.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

Toyota's new imported Corolla is here: SA specs and prices

Slotting above the new Quest, the 12th generation Corolla is taking a big stride upmarket. Here's what you get for your money:

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

New Toyota Corolla Quest - the model range in detail

The new Toyota Corolla Quest hits South African showrooms in March. Let's take a closer look at the line-up.

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

Toyota to reveal new Corolla sedan on November 16

If the hatchback is anything to go by then Corolla sedan customers can look forward to a far more enticing package.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

Toyota axes Auris nameplate in favour of Corolla

Toyota has done an about-turn on the naming strategy for its new-generation Auris hatchback.

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

Corolla gets more attitude with black trim edition

New Prestige+ special edition adds some visual attitude to the normally conservative Corolla package.

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

New-look Corolla now on sale in SA

Toyota's Corolla now does the sensible gig with a bit more style, refinement and safety.

Motoring Launches
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Toyota Corolla gets midlife facelift

Due in SA in early 2017, Euro-spec Corolla gets a new look and added safety kit.

Motoring Launches
Staff Reporter|Published

Toyota Corolla gets a spec upgrade

Toyota is adding value to its local Corolla range with some new standard features.

Motoring Cars
Staff Reporter|Published