Suzuki SX4

Price: From R216 500

We love the spunky little SX4 which, in its latest guise, is a sensible buy too: it boasts lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions versus its predecessor (they are 20 and 19,5% lower respectively). Significantly, it is also available with an intelligent all-wheel drive system and an efficient Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT) gearbox. The former can be engaged at the press of a switch, for loads of grip and traction over tricky road surfaces. We also love the commanding driving position; you sit up relatively high and all-round visibility is excellent.