Lucky you. Not only do you get NamWheels’ most seasoned active journalist to review this big Mercedes SUV, but I also happen to be the co-owner of its great-great granddaddy…
Hanjo Stier
Sprint Review: Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 VX 4×4 A/T
The square root of 144 is 12. Iceland has the highest number of per-capita Nobel Prize winners, at just one recipient. I could continue with vaguely irrelevant facts because let’s be honest, you already know everything about this Toyota Fortuner.
Sprint Review: Mitsubishi Outlander 2.5 Aspire
Many moons ago, the first (local) Mitsubishi Outlander left a lasting impression on me; mostly due to its rubbery gearbox and thunderous Rockford-Fosgate sound system. Has any of that changed with this new one?
Tested: 2022 Isuzu D-Max 3.0TD Extended Cab 4×4 Auto
Hot on the heels of our D-Max 1.9TD Extended Cab Manual review (click here to read it) we got its more powerful and fancy twin on test.
Sprint Review: 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale 1.5T Hybrid Speciale
You know that a market segment is on figurative fire when even little niche brands climb aboard eventually… say hello to the new compact crossover from Alfa Romeo.
Tested: 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 Overland 4×4
You are now looking at a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4×4 in some sort of blue… I’d love to tell you what the colour’s name is but couldn’t find it anywhere on Jeep South Africa’s website or low-key configurator…
Tested: 2023 Citroën C3 1.2 Feel
French brands have struggled to regain market share ever since their mass exodus a few decades ago. Citroën is no exception but this C3 Feel model is attempting to replicate Renault’s recent recipe… of affordability.
Sprint Review: 2023 Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR Auto
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for a while, what you’re looking at now is a Suzuki Vitara disguised as a Toyota Urban Cruiser. Here’s my impression of this white XR Automatic model…
Tested: 2023 Toyota GR 86
Despite its rampant local sales successes, I find Toyota to be a peculiar and unpredictable brand. From pioneering hybrids to ignoring the EV craze, or using smaller companies to badge-engineer new products for them… it’s all jolly confusing to someone who isn’t a member of their planning committee.
Sprint Review: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQC400 4Matic
As the whole of Europe’s motor industry persistently marches towards a full electric future, more and more amazing vehicles trickle down to our southern shores… meet the new Mercedes EQC 400.