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The best cars for students and graduates

By webman | on January 23, 2019 | 0 Comment
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Vehicle purchasing decisions are no longer governed by the notion of “I want a car” but rather by “my lifestyle requires a car” – and being a student is no different. Moving from one class or campus to another, and adhering to employment obligations, for some, can prove to be difficult without a set of reliable wheels.

The Cars.co.za Consumer Awards powered by WesBank provides a trusted voice for consumers to consider when making that all-important car buying decision, and the budget vehicle category is one of 13 car categories in these industry awards. The price cap for this category is R200,000 and it is aimed at identifying a stylish and trendy car for the value, in addition to the more practical aspects.

Fuel costs, tyres, services, as well as last years’ VAT increase, all have a significant impact on the car buying decision, and it is therefore important to consider the economics of a buying decision, especially because it is a long-term commitment.

The path to purchasing a vehicle can be stressful for students and graduates, especially because they do not always have a credit history. They also have to factor in the daily running cost of the vehicle and the complexity of budgeting in this way might be new to them. However, this does not mean the graduate is left to buy anything less than what their heart may desire, or compromise on style, practicality and most importantly safety! and all such “common sense” considerations. The price cap in this category is set at R200 000.

“The first purchase is always exciting, yet scary at the same time. It is therefore imperative to be clear about one’s needs as well as affordability.” said Ghana Msibi, WesBank’s Executive Head of Sales and Marketing.

“The Cars.co.za Consumer Awards gives car manufactures and consumers a great platform to better evaluate particular cars based on their needs, whilst also involving the most important stakeholders, the consumers, in choosing the deserving winner in the respective categories,” concludes Msibi.

The winner of the budget category will be evaluated and selected based on the following aspects:

  • Fuel Economy
  • Value for money
  • Practicality
  • Brand strength – which refers to preference for established brands with a proven track record; includes peace of mind that comes from a large servicing network, resale value, a strong warranty and length of service plan

According to Khulekani Dumisa, motoring expert and Budget Car judge “The winner of this category will essentially represent as much a reliable and trendy car as possible for the money. Value is very important, as are running costs and all such “common sense” considerations. Being part of the judging panel and particularly being exposed to this category, even though my student days are long gone, has opened me up to how car manufactures are slowly giving consumers, even first-time buyers, great value for money; spending wisely and driving in style”.

Information about the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards can be found on Cars.co.za and its social media channels, using the #CarsAwards hashtag. To participate in the Cars.co.za Ownership Satisfaction Survey consumers can visit http://www.carsawards.co.za.

The 13 categories and respective finalists are:

1.Budget Car (up to R200k)

Kia Picanto 1.2 Style

Suzuki Swift 1.2 GL

Volkswagen Polo Vivo 1.4 Comfortline

2. Compact Hatch (from R200k to R300k)

Ford Fiesta 1.0T Titanium

Mazda2 1.5 Individual Plus auto

Volkswagen Polo 1.0TSI Comfortline auto

3.Premium Compact (from R450k to R600k)

Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line

Volkswagen Golf GTI

Volvo XC40 T3 R-Design

4.Compact Family Car (from R300k to R400k)

Ford EcoSport 1.0 Titanium Auto

Hyundai Creta 1.6D Executive

Nissan Qashqai 1.2 Acenta Auto

5.Family Car (from R400k to R500k)

Mazda CX-5 2.0 Individual

Peugeot 3008 2.0 HDI Allure

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 1.4 TSI Trendline

6.Business Class (from R600k to R800k)

Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI S-Line

Mercedes-Benz C300 AMG

VW Arteon 2.0TSI 4Motion R-Line

7.Leisure Double-Cab Bakkie (from R500k to R800k)

Ford Ranger 3.2 Wildtrak 4×4 Auto

Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Raider Auto

Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion Highline Plus

8.Adventure SUV (from R550k to R700k)

Ford Everest 3.2 4WD XLT

Isuzu MU-X 3.0 4WD

Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Auto

9.Executive SUV (from R700k to R900k)

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro S-Line

BMW X3 xDrive20d M Sport auto

Volvo XC60 D5 R-Design

10.Premium SUV (from R1m to R1.3m)

Porsche Cayenne S

Range Rover Velar D300 R-Dynamic SE

Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI Luxury R-Line

11.Hot Hatch (below R700 000)

BMW M140i 5-door sports auto

Honda Civic Type R

Renault Megane RS Lux

12.Performance Car (below R1 million)

Audi TT RS

BMW M2 Competition

Porsche 718 Cayman S Automatic

13.Executive Sedan (from R800k to R1 million)

BMW 520d M Sport

Mercedes-Benz E220d Avantgarde

Volvo S90 D5 R-Design

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