Top five pre-owned mid-range SUVs on the market
Each of them offers an excellent balance of price and performance combined with great resale value.
The SUV market continues to boom in South Africa. Great urban handling with room for the family plus enough off-road ability to cope with rough city streets or a hint of adventure – that’s the mix that appeals.
Our top five pre-owned, mid-range SUVs come in under R475k. They are all two-year-old models and they are all finalists in their category for the 2019 Gumtree Autos Pre-Owned Awards. Each of them offers an excellent balance of price and performance combined with great resale value.
1. 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5T Executive AWD (CVT)
A great all-rounder – as practical as ever with class leading ground clearance, polished driving dynamics, tasteful interior quality, and a turbocharged petrol engine offering improved economy.
2. 2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6TGDi Elite DCT AWD
Family-friendly practicality combined with all-round good looks. The 1.6-litre turbocharged engine and 7-speed DCT transmission sends power to all four wheels and delivers good performance.
3. 2017 Mazda CX5 2.2DE Active (A)
Well-equipped and attractive with the 2.2-litre Skyactiv Diesel Turbo powerplant providing an impressive combination of smooth performance and decent economy.
4. 2017 Toyota Fortuner 2.8GD-6 RB (A)
This old favourite offers great value considering the space, versatility, practicality and durability it provides. It ages well and retains resale value.
5. 2017 VW Tiguan 2.0TDI Comfortline 4-Motion (DSG)
A great all-rounder that provides enough space and practicality to accommodate most families, while also offering first class comfort. The 2-litre turbo diesel delivers decent performance and fuel economy.
The winners of the Gumtree Autos Pre-Owned Awards will be revealed on October 24.
In the spirit of winning, Gumtree is offering South Africa the opportunity to win a car by simply placing their vote for the People’s Choice Award. To vote simply go to gumtree-preowned-awards.com/Voting
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