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Friday, January 17, 2025

Bucket Seat: Volkswagen Polo Vivo GT


The Volkswagen Polo Vivo has for long been a star in the countries budget hatch segment, while pricing on it may be higher than some of the other competition, it still maintains a strong dominance over them due to the name and quality associated with the Volkswagen brand. The fact that is is assembled locally here at the VW plant in Kariega is an added bonus! Last year I attended the launch for the latest update in the model line up which featured cosmetic, technology and safety upgrades to the models as well as some other enhancements to keep up with the times. A few months following the launch, VWSA sent me the range topping Vivo GT to drive for a week, to get an on hand feel with the updates they've made, it also gave me an opportunity see how a car like the Vivo which is more of a budget hatch back can be a versatile family car, here's my experience with it. 


DESIGN

Much noise was made about the design of the refreshed Polo Vivo during launch, saying that is looks the same as the old one, given the life cycle of a car like the Polo Vivo, it follows the trend of its sibling, the normal Polo and that is still running with its face-lift version, so in theory they cannot have a shape change. Also keeping the same chassis allows for VW to keep the cars pricing quite competitive, that's not to say they haven't made any changes to the styling. Key differences between this GT and the previous model include a black painted roof, bumper skin and lower and upper grille with chrome, new interior trim and a body coloured boot spoiler. The front bumper has been revised to suit the latest VW styling, giving it a more larger frame with the bigger opening with boomerang style design side pieces which are colour coded and house the fog lamps which also serve as daytime running lights for the car. Depending on the trim chosen, there are various new alloys on offer, the GT comes with 17-inch Mirabeau alloy wheels in Anthracite. 


PERFORMANCE

Powered by the infamous 1.0 TSI engine, the Vivo GT produces 81kW and 200Nm of torque, this is paired with the 6-speed manual gearbox that provided a smooth and efficient drive. For day-to-day driving, the Vivo GT gave a rather zesty feel, being the sports derivative of the Polo Vivo line-up, it didn't disappoint in providing a spirited driving feel. The nimble nature added to the experience of fast paced driving with easy maneuverability. It felt solid on the highways as well, with me taking it on a weekend to the Berg, the Vivo GT with a fully boot and cabin coped well. With plenty of power available for the highway and even doing well on some gravel roads. When it comes to fuel economy, this 1.0 TSI engine is superb and practically sips the petrol from its tank, I swear for the first two days after filling up, the range kept increasing instead of decreasing, I almost wanted to call VWSA up to say that there is a defect with the car but it wasn't. 


COMFORT

Look, I'm going to be straight with you guys here, this car is"budget" for a reason so don't come in here expecting massaging seats and all the bells and whistles because you're not going to get it. You don't even get climate control aircon but you do get aircon. The seats, while coming with new trendy trims are not the most comfortable, they are firm and very hardy, with durable material that will last you a long time but other than that, not much to write home about. The seat sizing is also small to adapt to the cars size but in saying that it was still okay for me, who is larger than the average human. While the suspension isn't anything fancy, it gave a decent ride on normal roads. The large 17-inch rims didn't help but not as bad on normal surfaces, just not the best for lower quality roads. The car as mentioned does come with air conditioning with just a single setting for the cabin. The new 9-inch display is very cool and easy to use, would have been nice if the mobile apps were wireless but not a major train smash to plug in the USB, which is USB A and not C like most new VW models. There are lots of new safety features in the Vivo like side airbags for the driver and front passenger, the GT gets twin LED headlamps and tyre pressure monitor. 


VERDICT

Overall, the Vivo GT is still my go-to from the Vivo range, offering that sporty feel for a fraction of the cost of other hatch backs. The Vivo as mentioned is feature packed and most of the changes were developed at the plant in Kariega so we have a lot to be proud about in this car. It proved its versatility to me on my trip to the berg, managed to cram the boot with our luggage as well as essentials for the weekend for 3 adults, fine, there was some items that had to be stored on the back seat but not much to make the journey uncomfortable for anyone. The fuel economy and performance on the 1.0-litre TSI is second to none in the segment so with that in mind, as well as the competitive pricing, makes the Polo Vivo GT a firm favourite of mine. 


SPECIFICATIONS

Engine
1.0 TSI
Gear Box        
6-speed manual
Torque
200Nm
Power
81kW 
0-100km
9.7 seconds
Price
R356,000

 



 

 


 


 


 


 



 


 


Friday, September 6, 2024

Bucket Seat: Volkswagen Tiguan Launch


Since it's introduction, the Volkswagen Tiguan has a been a popular choice of crossover enthusiast around the country, in fact the launch model back in 2007 got people interesting in the segment altogether has it offered the consumer a more spacious yet versatile vehicle at a similar price to the Golf. Over the years, the various models and face-lifts to the Tiguan enjoyed a large share of the market with buyers ranging from people who loved the brand, to those who just felt the Tiguan suited their needs and budget, however over the last few years and the introduction of the Chinese brands to the market, many are starting to sway not only for pricing reasons but also the overall package. There's no denying that the Chinese are taking over strong and with 95% of their cars being SUV's, sales of brands from other countries, especially Germany have been taking some strain. With the new Tiguan model breaking cover in late last year, many were waiting to see what the pricing would be like. This week, I got the opportunity to be one of the first people to drive the new Tiguan at the local launch taking place in the home of Volkswagen Group SA, Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, here's the low down on the new Tiguan. 


The Tiguan will be offering in 3 engines, the 1.4-litre TSI, 2.0-litre TSI and 2.0-litre TDI, available for us on the launch was only the 1.4-litre TSI as the TDI variant will be arriving on our shores later this year and the 2.0-litre TSI version early next year. Lets talk about styling, VW call this design confident and typically Volkswagen, the front the new Tiguan follows the lines of the new Golf 8 styling cues with curved front face that see's the introduction of the solid light bar which is becoming a trend across all their lines which is a clean and fresh look. The LED integrated headlights tie in neatly with the new grille which has a solid plate unlike previous models with open type vents. This gives the Tiguan a cleaner look from the front. So you must be thinking, how does the engine breather? Well the grille on the bottom half of the bumper has increased in size and depending on the trim choice, the designs vary. Volkswagen is offering the Tiguan in 3 trims, being Tiguan, Life and R-Line, on launch was just Life and R-Line trims. The R-Line is definitely more eye catching with its bolder elements, bigger wheels and chrome detailing, while the Life is more subdued. The rear of the Tiguan see's a horizontal LED strip that runs across the tailgate, connecting the two LED cluster lights, this emphasizes the width of the Tiguan a lot more, showing that the model has grown in size from the older model even though the curves on this new one doesn't make it seem that way. The new Tiguan has three new colours added to its list, being Persimmon Red Metallic, Cipressino Green Metallic and Oyster Silver. 


Stepping on the inside, the Tiguan's cockpit has been completely re-design, with a very modern interior that is dominated by the new infotainment screen that adorns the dash board center. The materials and textures used are good quality and seem robust enough for family usage. The R-Line, again has a bit more flair to it with the dash panel in front of the passenger having a starlight detail with R Logo present. Lets talk about that screen, standard with a 12.0-inch unit but can be upgraded to a 15-inch as an optional extra makes such a big difference to the cabin. With virtually everything accessible from it, apart from driving the car, shows Volkswagen's advancement in technology since the introduction of the Golf 8. The  MIB4 user interface is easy to use, with tiles and icons clear and the touch screen being very responsive. It has wireless app connect with wireless charging available standard on certain trims otherwise there is two USB C ports in front and back. The steering wheel is leather covered and conventional buttons and not the haptic touch ones used in the Golf 8, so makes it much more easier for the driver to use. In saying that, there is still haptic touch controls for the volume below the screen for volume and haptic controls for the sunroof and sun curtain. 


The seats have been upgraded too, with new leather trims and the option of getting the new ergoActive Plus leather seats that have heated and cooling functions as well as a pneumatic four-way lumber adjustment and a pneumatic 10-chamber pressure massage function which is ideal for front passenger and drive over long distances. VW have however limited it to 30-minute duration in case the driver feels too comfortable and falls asleep I guess! Another interior highlight see's the introduction of a Drive Experience dial, what looks like a volume dial is that and so much more, pushing it in engages the driving profiles available for the driver, be it Eco, Comfort or Sport, then there is the drive emotions which change the colour profiles for the car including ambient lighting of where there are 30-colours to choose from. The luggage capacity has increased with the boot space now accomodating 652-litres. The cabin it self is very spacious and the dual zone climate control worked a treat in the harsh Karoo heat without compromising on power output from the engine. 


Speaking of the engine, power output was a big topic of discussion as the engines for the new Tiguan have been downtuned for our market which caused a bit of a stir. VW explains that the fuel quality in SA has been on the decline and hence it didn't make sense bringing the higher tuned engines as it customers would not have enjoyed the full benefit of them. The 1.4-litre TSI I had had plenty of pluck though, even though it only churns out 110kW and 250Nm of torque, the help of the 7-speed DSG box assists the car in optimally changing the gears when driving, if you want to take control yourself, you have the option of using the paddle shifts behind the steering. 


VW have included a host of safety features as standard on the new Tiguan, this includes, Park Assist Plus which parks the car for you. Park Distance Control, Rear camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Hill Start Assist, Travel Assist, ESC, Lane Assist, Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert and exit warning. It also has IQ drive which monitors the road in front of you, keeping track of cars around you, and warns you should there be any sudden danger if you're not paying attention. There is the optional extra HD LED Matrix headlights with 38,400 multi-pixel LEDs that was specially designed for the Tiguan giving you brighter lights and and higher resolution of light. 


Overall, the new Tiguan is a very impressive package, whether you choose the Life or R-Line package, they both ride the same and offer a great drive with comfort and stability on all types of road surfances. The 1.4-litre engine did superb in the harsh conditions we drove in, with it being extremely economical for the type of driving we were doing and the load we were carrying. Pricing on the Tiguan is very attractive with it being very similar to the outgoing model, with such an attractive package at a decent price it may sway people to re-consider one of our favourite brands in the market again.

 

Retail Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

  • Tiguan 1.4 TSI 110 kW DSG - R651 500
  • Tiguan 1.4 TSI 110 kW Life DSG - R702 800
  • Tiguan 2.0 TDI 110 kW Life 4Motion DSG - R755 700
  • Tiguan 1.4 TSI 110 KW R-Line DSG - R766 300
  • Tiguan 2.0 TDI 110 kW R-Line 4Motion DSG - R834 800
  • Tiguan 2.0 TSI 140 kW R-Line 4Motion DSG - R835 900

The Volkswagen Tiguan comes standard with a 3 year / 120 000 km warranty, 5 year / 90 000 km EasyDrive Service Plan including a 12 year anti corrosion warranty. The service interval is 15 000 km. 




Friday, April 5, 2024

Bucket Seat: VW Taigo 1.0 TSI R Line


Volkswagen still remains one of the chart toppers in the monthly NAMSA figures and it’s no surprise why. Apart from being one of the countries favourite brands, the variety of offerings in the various segments make the choices wide for the consumer. With the success of the T-Cross crossover, it was no surprise that the sportier version of the car, the Taigo would also have some fanfare with it. While sales on the T-Cross still trump the Taigo, the appeal of the sleek coupe style crossover has a younger target market but still delivering the performance of its much more mature looking sibling. I got to drive the updated version of the Taigo a few weeks ago and this is what I made of it.


DESIGN

Subtle changes from the original do make a substantial difference to the overall appearance of the Taigo. Most notable would be the solid LED light that runs above the new honeycomb grille and is illuminated at night. The car I had came fitted with the aggressive R Line package which add’s black detailing, including 17-inch blacked out split 5-spoke rims. The profile of the Taigo gives it that fast back look with the sloped roof line and hatch like rear. The design of the rear remains pretty similar and it’s probably a good thing since in my personal opinion it looks great. The rear bumper with the R Line has a very sporty finish with the twin exhaust pipes having cutouts and finished off in black as well. The interior remains mainly unchanged to the launch edition with updates to the VW infotainment OS that will be discussed later.


PERFORMANCE

Powered by that 1.0-litre TSI engine that’s been a star in most models coming out of the Volkswagen stable, its performance in the Taigo is no different with it producing 85kW and 200Nm of torque. With the 7-speed DSG automatic transmission, it makes the Taigo quite frugle with its fuel usage but can be adapted for a more sportier drive with the usage of the paddle shifts. While many think this is suited to the more aggressive driver it could also be quite the opposite as it allows you to dictate when and how the car transitions through the 7 gears. Sitting on 17-inch rims the car handles quite well on the open road and urban streets. The size of it makes it nimble and easy to manoeuvre around. Parking the Taigo doesn’t break a sweat with its PDC’s and reverse camera but one could opt for the auto park function and have the car do it for you!


COMFORT

The Taigo’s interior remains similar to the launch edition model with some extra textures and trims to choose from. The R-Line comes with patterned material seats with the R logo stitched in of the seat, black plastic dash with R-Line sports style 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel. The start/ stop button is located at the top of the center unit where the gear changer is along with the parking assist button, auto start/ stop control and pdc. In front of that you will find the wireless charging tray for mobile devices along with twin USB C charging ports. One of which being for the use of mobile car apps. Yes, unfortunately the Taigo does not have wireless car play or android auto but regardless, I still find myself plugging the device in as the wireless connection does tend to drain the phones battery. Single zone climate control cools or heats the cabin, heated seats are an optional extra that you could have. Space in the cabin is decent, many would think with the lower roof like it would affect the space at the back but it’s still pretty roomy there. Another misconception is that the luggage capacity would be compromised because of that roof but that’s not the case, as it can fill 440 litres compared to the 377 litres of the T-Cross.


VERDICT

While the Taigo might be considered the sporty, more youthful alternative of the T-Cross, it certainly warrants a lot more than that title. In a new segment it stands out as a the front runner offering not only the consumer the name tag but a brilliant car that comes along with it. I admit, the pricing is a bit stiff when compared to the T-Cross but like I said, this does offer a bit more that the other. 


SPECIFICATIONS

Motor
1.0 TSI
Gear Box
7-speed DSG
Torque
200Nm
Power
85kW
Fuel consumption
5.4 liters per 100km
Price
R537,100


Thursday, October 26, 2023

Bucket Seat: Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI 4Motion


A while back I had one of the range topping Amarok's to drive around in, the Pan Americana V6 and while the 3.0L V6 was a lovely engine to drive around with, the diesel price was taking a huge knock with it ascending in price faster than Bitcoin can crash. While there are some that don't really bother with the price of fuel, for many of us, making it pay cheque to pay cheque every month, something a bit economical would be preferred. That is where my next test vehicle came in to be the saving grace, almost like Superman it was also in Bright Blue but minus the cape and red speedo, the Volkswagen Amarok 2.0-litre BiTDI rolled into my driveway for 7 days of testing and what I really wanted to deduce from this bakkie is how economical this new engine is. As we all know now, the Amarok and new Ford Ranger share the same platform and are built in the same factory up the road there in Silverton, there are minor tweaks to suspension and other mechanical stuff but at the heart of it, so to many its practically a Ford on paper. I wanted to also see how true that was an what other things differentiate this from its twin other than the different badge on the grille.


DESIGN

Like the PanAmericana, the design is very much the same without the graphics and black inserts, to me the the styling on the "Style" package looks more refined and, I want to use the word elegant but I don't think that Volkswagen or any bakkie owner would appreciate that term, so I'm just going to say it looks a lot cleaner. The brushed aluminium bash plate contrasts well with the Bright Blue colour and rounds off the front end quite nicely. The IQ LED headlights are a main focal point of the car as its not only functional but also serves as a cool design element too. The clean grille and large VW emblem complete the front of the car quite nicely, the profile of the car looks the same as any but I like that they come standard with the side step because even for me, standing at 1,83 meters, the clearance on the Amarok is quite high so help is needed to get into it, not to mention the side step adds more design charactor to the car. The bin has the roll bar on it which like the PanAmericana, extends almost the entire bin but on the Style its finished in shiny chrome, another functional element that is also a nice design feature. The rear lights of the Amarok are quite stylish, I don't think I touched much on this in the other review , but there is a nice element of design to it with the white reverse lights in the center. The design of the door of the bin is also integrated into the lights with the double lines following the top and bottom of the tailgate. Another large VW badge is featured dead centre with the name "Amarok" punched into the mental. Has that large American pick-up look and feel to it. 


PERFORMANCE

Right, coming back to the engine, what the brochure will tell you that the Amarok 2.0-litre BiTDI which is mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox with "E-Shifter" (sorry VW fanboys, no DSG here) produces 154kW and 500Nm of torque. Ample power for a bakke this size, but more than 50% of the buyers won't care about that, the only time that matters is when they standing with a group of their mates and bragging about their cars, "Yas okes, my bakkie can klap your car in a rce, its pushing 154kW on the wheels my China". The real test is the consumption of this beast on the daily run around and commutes versus the long distance travels, which is why I am here and that is exactly what I did. Filling up this bad boy, like the Ranger will bring tears to your eyes, no its not from the petrol fumes burning your eyes, but from the bouser screen looking like a slot machine spinning out of control with you screaming in your head "MAKE IT STOP!". Guys filling up 80-litres ain't no joke, you're forking out over 2 grand every time you pomp a full tank, that is not lekker so the least you can expect from the car is to give you some decent return. That's where the 2.0-litre shines in my opinion. Basic running around town saw me average little over 10 litres per 100km, yes, I know that is still quite high but for a bakkie that weighs over 2 tonnes, not so much and it gets better over long distances where I managed to get it down to 7.9L per 100km which is close to the claimed 7.5L in the brochure. A single tank gave me approximately 900km, thats less than a litre every 10km. I didn't do much dirt road driving with it but it managed pothole riddled roads with ease and the steering was nimble enough to dodge the bigger ones even when spotted late. 


COMFORT

One really can't talk much about comfort when it comes to a bakkie but the guys at Silverton cooked something different with this Amarok. The suspension in the car makes the drive so smooth, even with the Multi-Terrain tyres, the car didn't bounce around like a basket ball during a Harlem Globetrotters exhibition. The tyres do make a hell of a lot of noise in the cabin but that's fine because the Harman Kardon sound system is there to drown that out. The interior is spec'd similar to the PanAmericana but with different options of textures and trims. The 12.4-inch screen remains the main attraction with physical switches below it for menu activation and a volume knob. With the electronic handbrake, it gives the center consol a lot more room for the 4x4 controls which consists of a dial to select the type drive you want and the buttons for diff lock, traction and other off-road uses. The seats are finished off in two-tone leather seats with perforations and sporty design. This particular model came with heated seats and there is an option for cooling as well. The front passenger and driver get dual climate control with the rear passengers getting vents and USB charging ports. The front also gets two USB ports (USB C + USB A) along with a wireless charging tray. 


VERDICT

Overall, the VW Amarok 2.0L BiTDI really proved its worth to me, as a work horse and as a family / recreational vehicle. Just like the PanAmericana, it can serve the dual purpose with ease being a versatile bakkie or a family car. There are elements to it that seem a bit cheap, like the coating the bin is finished in, looks like its been sprayed with some adhesive but there are cool elements like a power outlet in the bin and also a measure on the bin door. The car drives really well and gives a decent fuel economy which is rare to find on big bakkies these days. It's truly a good contender for those looking at getting a double cab to purchase. 


SPECIFICATIONS

Engine
2.0L BiTDI    
Gear Box
10-Speed Auto
Torque
500Nm 
Power
154kW
Fuel Average`
7.5L per 100km
Price
R900,000



















 


Friday, October 13, 2023

Bucket Seat: VW Amarok PanAmericana 3.0 TDI V6


There was much talk about Volkswagen's collaboration with Ford for the new Ranger and Amarok bakkies when news first broke. We in the motoring industry have seen collab's in the past which went horribly wrong and some just didn't do much for the buyer. With Ford's expansion into their Silverton Plant just outside Pretoria, to accommodate the massive range of vehicles it would be assembling, it became very apparent that this was no ordinary platform to base your bakkie off. When covers were first lifted on the new Ranger, there was the quiet murmur in the background about how different would the Amarok look if it was based on the same chassis? Well, our questions were soon answered when VW lifted the covers off their new Amarok, the design left everyone in awe, with clear VW design language present but then the next question was the pricing, since Ford already released their's which was pretty competitive, all eyes again shifted focus to VW South Africa to see if it would be similar or competitive, again they didn't disappoint with the Amarok price point hitting the right marks on all fronts. Unfortunately I didn't get to attend any of the launches or road shows so my first taste of the Amarok had to come from the test fleet and first up with the PanAmericana, it sits just one below the range topping Aventura but still comes power by that beastly V6 motor, I spent a week with the van and here are my thoughts on it. 


DESIGN

Yes, while based on the Ranger platform, its easy to draw similarities with the design lines of the car but there is Volkswagen DNA running through the car from front to the back. The front of the car is menacing with its tall stance, winged type front design with the the grille being the focal point of the design, it's blacked out with outlines going down to the bumper finish off with a blacked out scuff plate. Chrome lines run horizontally across the grill to meet with the IQ LED headlight clusters, which are rhomboid in shape. The tiny V6 badge sits to the left of the grille, small but still prominent. The large VW logo badge sits dead center with the title "Amarok" embossed in the bumper just above the number plate housing. The side profile of the bakkie gives you an idea of how high this double cab bakkie actually is, with significant gap between the tyre and the wheel arches, exposing the shocks and other mechanical elements, giving it a menacing look even from the side. The PanAmericana comes with black decals with stickers on the side and the large 18-inch rims blacked out wrapped with all-terrain tyres. The rear end with the bin is a basic design with the rear tail light design being decent but nothing extravagant, this is the business end of the bakkie so you won't expect much in that aspect but the bin does come with roll bars finished in black that extend to almost the full length of the bin. Overall, very visually pleasing looking van, fitted for its lifestyle purpose. 


PERFORMANCE

Fitted with that Ford 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine, the performance figures are quite impressive, with the engine churning out 184kW and 600Nm of torque, so this big boy isn't a slouch on the roads. In fact, certain times on take off I caught myself spinning the tyres because of the amount of torque it was putting down. The Amarok also comes with the 10-speed automatic gearbox from the Ranger and is fitted with the "e-shifter" which best party trick is moving into park when switched off and left in gear. Most of the times I found myself alone in the car with no load what-so-ever, so while I had all that power available to me under the hood, I didn't really need it, which did make the average fuel consumption a bit high, especially since I had a V6 at my disposal so you tend to be a bit heavy footed with it. In saying that, the Amarok is aimed more as a premium lifestyle bakkie so it won't necessarily be a work-horse bakkie, more family orientated, sports activity kind of purpose. For that, I think its more than adequate to handle the pressures faced for those loads. The tow hitch is rather solid, with it being a permanent fixture, which can be removed by taking out the pin, but it also serves as nice protection for the rear, should anyone not slow down in time and drive into you. The ride quality is pretty much standard of what you would expect from a bakkie but I must add, compared to its step brother, the Ranger, it is much smoother on the Amarok. Body roll is minimised as well, especially when traveling at high-speeds. It has a decent turning circle for a car this size and with the 4Motion all wheel drive, going off road was easy peezy. 


COMFORT

With it being one of the range toppers, the Amarok comes fitted with quality textures and trims on the interior. With the large 12.4-inch touch screen infotainment screen being the focal point of the cabin, the general design of it is very in keeping of what we used from VW. The edginess and modern look to it gives you a comfortable yet attractive space to be in. The screen serves as the command center for most of the cabins controls, including the climate control, there are toggles below to activate the various menus on the screen. The operating system has built-in mobile apps which can be connected via USB or wirelessly, there is USB B and C ports for the front and a wireless charging mat. The leather seats are finished in two-tone leather which can be customized, and its really good quality. The PanAmericana comes with seat heating standard but for the ventilation option, you have to pay extra. The rear passengers enjoy a decent about of space, given that this is a double cab bakkie but its more than enough to get three adults in there. I would have liked the bin to come standard with a bin lid or cover but unfortunately that is also an optional extra. There is a power outlet in the rear passenger section as well as one in the bin, which makes it very handy for plugging in all sorts of accessories. 


VERDICT

While the Amarok PanAmericana is aimed more as a lifestyle van, it can serve a dual purpose as a functional workhorse. The refinement in the drive and feel of the interior finishes distinguishes it from the other brand even though they are assembled on the same line. The off roading capabilities on the new Amarok surpass the old one by a mile, its much more agile on the roads less travelled and in this form gained a lot from sharing its platform with the Ranger. At times I hardly had to fiddle with the 4motion controls as the car was capable of most things running on 2H. Overall, the appeal of the Amarok is there, the higher end models might be an overkill for some as I've heard the 2.0BiTDI offers a good mixture of both with out the larger engine. With the increase in fuel price happening more often, this might be the better buy but I'll confirm that after testing it out. 


SPECIFICATIONS

Engine
3.0L TDI V6
Gear Box
10-Speed Automatic with E-Shifter
Torque
600Nm 
Power
184kW
Fuel Economy    
8.5L per 100km
Price
R1,021,800