The SAGMJ has unveiled the Top 21 finalists of this year’s SA CAR of the Year competition. From compact cars, hatches, performance vehicles and even EVs, the SAGMJ continue to whittle down the pickings of this year’s ring leaders.
The SA Car of the Year competition is hosted and overseen by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists. Essentially it is a selection of various segment-defining vehicles spanning multiple automotive genres available in the South African market. This year sees a wider array of EVs in the final selection while the “Performance” category sees only one vehicle in the running. Surprisingly, the 21 finalists do not see the inclusion of any of the “budget category” contenders.
“The 2023 COTY finalists showcase cutting-edge innovation and fierce competition in the quest to offer the best mobility solutions. These finalists are the cream of the crop in South Africa, and we can’t wait to see who comes out on top” — Mabuyane Mabuza, Chairperson of the 2023 COTY Committee
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Compact |
Renault Clio 5 |
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Compact Family |
BAIC Beijing X55 |
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Nissan Qashqai |
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Opel Mokka |
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VW Taigo |
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Midsize |
Alfa Romeo Tonale |
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Chery Tiggo Pro 8 |
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Honda Civic RS |
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Hyundai Tucson |
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Kia Sportage |
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Premium |
Jeep Grand Cherokee L |
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Kia Sorento |
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Adventure SUV |
Ford Everest |
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Double Cab |
Ford Ranger |
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Isuzu D-Max |
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Luxury |
Mercedes Benz S-Class |
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Performance |
Audi RS3 Sedan / Hatch |
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New Energy |
Audi e-tron GT/RS e-tron GT |
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Haval H6 Hybrid |
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Toyota RAV4 E-four |
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Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge |
“The 2023 COTY Committee wishes all contenders good luck. The category winners and the overall winner of the SA Car of the Year competition will be announced on 1 June,”
The final selection will begin shortly with, winner announcements not too far from now. The public is more than welcome to send in their votes as the SAGMJ will relay voting details on their social media platform
