Best-selling bakkies in South Africa in 2024 so far

Bakkies have become a common sight on South African roads and fan-favourites like Toyota, Ford, and Isuzu remain on top.
Bakkies are known for their toughness and durability, making them perfect for the country’s diverse landscapes and challenging terrains.
Bakkies can easily handle the demanding conditions of both urban and rural areas, making them a versatile choice for many drivers.
Additionally, bakkies offer a level of versatility that no other vehicle can match.
Whether you need to transport goods, accommodate passengers, or embark on adventurous off-road escapades, bakkies can accommodate your needs.
The Toyota Hilux showed that its local customer base remained strong despite economic uncertainty, as it experienced increased sales during the month of the national elections.
The popular bakkie sold 2,367 units in May, up 273 units from the 2,094 units sold in April.
Following closely was the Ford Ranger, which secured 2,216 new customers in May, maintaining its consistent position as South Africa’s second most popular double-cab option.
These two models were the only ones to achieve more than 2,000 purchases, with the rest of the sales significantly lower in comparison.
The Isuzu D-Max secured the third spot with 1,282 purchases, showing an improvement from the prior month. Mahindra’s sales declined slightly, but its Pik Up series maintained its position in fourth place, with 716 units sold.
The biggest surprise was the performance of the Toyota Land Cruiser 79, which usually ranks around ninth place, and climbed to fifth place with 459 sales.
The Nissan Navara followed closely with 423 registrations, and the VW Amarok took the seventh position with 325 sales.
Surprisingly, the Nissan NP200 is also still in the top 10, securing the eighth position with 297 units sold.
Despite being discontinued in April, the company produced additional stock to meet market demand for a few more months.
The model’s continued popularity is evident from its strong sales performance. The last two positions were claimed by GWM’s P-Series and Steed, which sold 205 and 105 units, respectively.
The best-selling bakkies in South Africa from May 2024 are detailed below.
1. Toyota Hilux – 2,367 units
- Single cab starting price – R361,700
- Xtra cab starting price – R553,200
- Double cab starting price – R528,800

2. Ford Ranger – 2,216 units
- Single cab starting price – R514,800
- Super cab starting price – R526,700
- Double cab starting price – R522,600

3. Isuzu D-Max – 1,282 units
- Single cab starting price – R447,900
- Extended cab starting price – R494,700
- Double cab starting price – R555,900

4. Mahindra Pik Up – 716 units
- Single cab starting price – R262,199
- Double cab starting price – R399,199
5. Toyota Land Cruiser 79 – 459 units
- Single cab starting price – R765,500
- Double cab starting price – R864,600
6. Nissan Navara – 423 units

7. VW Amarok – 325 units
- Single cab starting price – R581,900
- Double cab starting price – R654,200
8. Nissan NP200 – 297 units
- Single cab starting price – R234,000
9. GWM P-Series – 205 units
- Single cab starting price – R413,050
- Double cab starting price – R444,650
10. GWM Steed – 105 units
- Single cab starting price – R305,950
- Double cab starting price – R390,150