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22/08/2026

Chery South Africa invited us for an exclusive preview drive of its newest electric vehicle ahead of its official South African launch in September: The all-new Chery Q. 
The Q is a compact, fully electric crossover/hatchback designed primarily with urban driving in mind. Standout features are; the surprising amount of interior space and the 400km claimed driving range. 
Data:
• 42.7 kWh battery • 90 kW / 115 Nm • Rear-wheel drive • Up to 400 km claimed range (NEDC) • 375 L boot space / 1,450 L with the rear seats folded • 70 L front trunk • 2,700 mm wheelbase • 15.6-inch 2.5K touchscreen • 8.8-inch digital instrument display
 Chery Q comfort - R350,000
Chery Q Elitę - R400,000 
The Q will come with a 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty, while Chery's launch pre-order package includes a home charging wallbox and portable charging equipment. 
We spent time behind the wheel of the Q, and put together a full review covering the design, interior, practicality, technology, driving experience and what we think this EV could mean for the South African market.

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Would you consider a R350k electric car like the Chery Q?

20/08/2026

The new-generation Ford Ranger has always impressed with its ride comfort, and even in this lower-spec XL, it still delivers that relaxed, car-like driving experience while retaining the capability of a proper bakkie.

A Ranger Double Cab XL cost R708,400 and gets the 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel, producing 125 kW and 405 Nm.

It’s not particularly quick, but there’s enough torque for everyday driving, carrying loads and heading off-road. It also gets a 6-speed manual gearbox and part-time 4x4 with low range, along with a 970 kg payload and 2,400 kg braked towing capacity.

You get halogen headlights rather than LEDs, and you still need to turn a key to start it. The 17-inch alloy wheels you see here are also optional, costing R10,500.

Inside, the cabin is modern, with a 10.1-inch vertical infotainment screen and 8-inch digital driver display. My biggest issue is the driver’s seat…there’s no height adjustment, and the position gets awkward when using the clutch.

Ford has recently reshuffled the Ranger engine line-up. The 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel has been replaced by the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol, while the 3.0-litre V6 remains available on the higher-spec 4x4 models. The 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel continues in the lower-spec models.

Optional accessories:
• Fibreglass Canopy – R24,726
• Soft Tonneau Cover – R8,164
• Securi-Lid Roller Shutter – R37,393
• Sports Bar – R7,611–R8,765
• Slimline Weathershields – R786

Ultimately, the XL gives you the fundamentals: diesel power, manual transmission, proper 4x4 with low range, useful towing and payload capacity, plenty of space and excellent ride at— without all the extras you might not necessarily need

19/08/2026

Meet the new all-electric Chery Q

42kWh battery
About 350km range
90kW and 115Nm
RWD

Priced from R350,000 for the entry level mode and R400,000 for the top spec

15/08/2026

It’s Raceday 🏁

Round 5 of the 2026 GR Cup at Aldo Scribante Raceway, Gqeberha is about to kick off with a Qualifying round this morning before the two races later in the day

Let’s get it 🤙

13/08/2026

We are with Renault South Africa today, launching a new update Duster

Amped to feel what it drives like, to see the features it offers and of course what the pricing is

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