Despite global economic headwinds and local challenges such as load-shedding and political uncertainty, Naamsa stats reveal the new passenger car market showed strong growth in April 2025. Here’s a closer look at the Top 10 Best-Selling Passenger Vehicles…
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A total of 30 101 new passenger vehicles were sold during the month, marking a significant 16.9% increase compared to the 25 751 units sold in April 2024. This performance came despite fewer selling days due to public holidays. Passenger car sales made up the bulk of the month’s total new vehicle sales (42 401 units), with 8.9% of passenger cars sold to the rental industry. The segment’s strong showing continued the positive momentum seen in the first quarter of the year.
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Falling inflation, down to 2.7% year-on-year in March, and the government’s reversal of a proposed VAT hike also helped sustain consumer confidence, preserving household spending power at a crucial time. Looking ahead, naamsa sees passenger vehicle sales as an area of opportunity despite concerns about rising global tariffs, particularly the US-imposed Section 232 duties that threaten South Africa’s vehicle exports. These global developments could impact future local pricing and investment, but for now, the local passenger car market remains resilient.
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Top 10 Best-Selling Passenger Vehicles in SA for April 2025

Suzuki Swift – 2 053 (+445 units)
Toyota Corolla Cross – 1 584 (+14 units)
Hyundai Grand i10 – 1 425 (+81 units)
VW Polo Vivo – 1 366 (–337 units)
Suzuki Fronx – 1 186 (+134 units)
Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – 1 133 (+36 units)
VW Polo – 976 (–379 units)
Haval Jolion – 973 (–129 units)
Toyota Starlet – 905 (–170 units)
Toyota Starlet Cross – 834 (–124 units)

April 2025 passenger car sales saw the Suzuki Swift take the top spot with 2 053 units sold, up by 445 units from the previous month. In second place, the Toyota Corolla Cross recorded a slight gain of 14 units, reaching 1 584. The Hyundai Grand i10 secured third with 1 425 units, up by 81. Dropping to fourth, the VW Polo Vivo declined by 337 units to 1 366. The Suzuki Fronx climbed to fifth with 1 186 units sold, gaining 134. In sixth place, the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro increased by 36 units to 1 133. The VW Polo fell to seventh with 976 units, followed closely by the Haval Jolion in eighth at 973 units. The Toyota Starlet dropped to ninth with 905 units, and the Starlet Cross rounded out the top ten in tenth place at 834 units.
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