Affordable crossovers competing against the new Toyota Starlet Cross in South Africa

Toyota has officially launched the Starlet Cross in South Africa, taking its place as the brand’s new entry-level SUV.

The Cross is available in four specifications, with prices ranging from R299,900 to R359,300.

All four versions run on the same 1.5-litre, naturally-aspirated petrol engine, which sends 77kW and 138Nm to the front wheels.

Buyers have a choice of either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic gearbox, and fuel consumption ranges between 5.6-5.8l/100km, depending on the selected specification.

The compact SUV is fitted with LED daytime running lights and 16-inch alloy wheels, and can be optionally had with a two-tone black roof.

Equipment is spread across two trim levels – XS and XR – with the former getting a leather multifunction steering wheel, automatic air conditioning, a 7-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four speakers, rear parking sensors, a reverse camera, cruise control, vehicle stability control, hill assist, ABS, two front airbags, and Toyota Connect support.

The XR units then add auto-folding side mirrors, keyless entry and start, an electrochromic rearview mirror, a multi-information driver’s display, a wireless charger, height adjustment for the driver’s seat, a heads-up display, 360-degree cameras, a larger 9-inch media system, two additional speakers, and four extra airbags.

Each purchase of the Starlet Cross comes with a 3-year/100,000km warranty and a 4-services/60,000km service plan.

Budget-conscious crossovers

These are the affordable crossovers competing against the new Toyota Starlet Cross in South Africa.

Click on the underlined prices for more information.

Citroen C3 1.2 Max

• Starting price – R255,900
• Power – 61kW/115Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.6l/100km

Mahindra XUV300 1.2T W4

• Starting price – R277,999
• Power – 81kW/200Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.3l/100km

Chery Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5 LiT

• Starting price – R279,900
• Power – 83kW/138Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.0l/100km

Suzuki Fronx 1.5 GL

• Starting price – R297,900
• Power – 77kW/138Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.5l/100km

Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Visia

• Starting price – R302,800
• Power – 74kW/160Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.2l/100km

Hyundai Venue 1.2 Premium

• Starting price – R309,900
• Power – 61kW/115Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km

Renault Kiger 1.0 Turbo Zen

• Starting price – R319,999
• Power – 74kW/160Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.0l/100km

Haval Jolion 1.5T City

• Starting price – R345,950
• Power – 105kW/210Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.8l/100km

Omoda C5 1.5T 230T Style

• Starting price – R359,900
• Power – 115kW/230Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.9l/100km

Opel Crossland 1.2

• Starting price – R359,900
• Power – 60kW/118Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.1l/100km