Four-wheel drive vehicles are highly sought after in South Africa, and the versatility of these vehicles is available from at least R310,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These vehicles are also considered safer, providing better traction on and off the road, especially in challenging conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The strong sales of bakkies and SUVs in January 2024 indicate the admiration for these cars, with the Toyota Hilux being the most popular off-roader. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Naamsa, the Toyota Hilux sold 2,645 units in January 2024, contributing to Toyota’s total sales of 10,855 last month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The popularity of 4×4 vehicles among South Africans is not surprising, given the vast farms, coastlines, and outdoor activities that South Africa’s landscape provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Owning a car that can take on rugged terrain can seem expensive, especially if you need the latest bakkies and SUVs with the newest 4×4 technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For instance, the Toyota Fortuner 2.4GD-6 4×4 costs nearly R733,100, while Toyota’s top SUV, the Land Cruiser 300, is priced at over R1.4 million. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there’s good news: spending that much money is unnecessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several affordable vehicles that offer four-wheel drive are available in the market, enabling their owners to explore off-the-beaten paths without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These include GWM, JAC, Mahindra, Renault, and fan-favourite Suzuki. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
GWM offers a double cab, while Mahindra provides a single and double-cab bakkie. The most affordable option between the two brands costs R307,499. JAC has a double cab, the utilitarian T6, priced at R419,900.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renault offers the frugal Duster in four-wheel drive specs for R465,999. Suzuki has the Jimny available in three-door and five-door styles starting from R429,900.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The nine 4\u00d74 vehicles you can buy in South Africa under R500,000 are listed below, ranked by their starting prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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