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The used car market in South Africa is flourishing. As new car and fuel prices continue to rise, more South African car buyers are exploring the used-car market. And especially the market for fuel efficient used cars. Anyone that’s considering taking the leap to purchase a car will have to think about the operating costs (maintenance, insurance etc.) of that vehicle, including fuel costs. Fuel efficiency is therefore an important factor to consider whether you are buying a new or used car.

South African motorists are facing a potential petrol price increase in October 2025 based on unaudited fuel price data released by the CEF. In contrast, consumers of diesel fuel, however, could get some relief at the pumps. Fuel prices are primarily driven by international oil prices and the US-Dollar-Rand exchange rate. Oil prices have remained fairly low and stable while the South African Rand has performed better than expected against a weaker US dollar.

We recently had the opportunity to experience the Toyota Hilux Legend 55 in the metal at its launch in the Eastern Cape, but is there more to the Legend 55 than meets the eye? For the record, the performance of the Hilux Legend 55 remains unchanged with the limited-edition model using Toyota’s familiar 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine with 150 kW and 500 Nm. Note that the Hilux Legend 55 is only offered in Double Cab and Xtra Cab body styles and will only be available until 2026.