The cost of living is skyrocketing in South Africa with fuel prices at an all-time high while food, rent, and other expenses are all taking their toll on the average income.
Car maintenance in particular one of those expenses that can come at the worst of times and leave a person on the edge of their finances, so it’s always a good idea to ensure that you have some form of after-market support when buying a new set of wheels.
Luckily, there are still a number of affordable hatchbacks in South Africa that one can buy that include both a warranty and service plan, though the exact time duration and mileage of both can vary between manufacturers and even between models from the same brand.
It’s therefore helpful to take the time to see what cars are available at an obtainable price point that have the after-sale support needed to give you peace of mind even years after it’s taken off the showroom floor.
Long-term value
These are all of the hatchbacks that you can buy in South Africa for less than R300,000, and what their service plan and warranties are.
Click on the underlined prices for more information.
Suzuki S-Presso
- Warranty – 5-year/200,000km
- Service plan – 2-year/30,000km
- Starting price – R174,900
Suzuki Celerio
- Warranty – 5-year/200,000km
- Service plan – 2-year/30,000km
- Starting price – R188,900
Toyota Vitz
- Warranty – 3-year/100,000km
- Service plan – 2-services/30,000km
- Starting price – R189,900
Renault Kwid
- Warranty – 5-year/150,000km
- Service plan – 2-year/30,000km
- Starting price – R192,999
Suzuki Swift
- Warranty – 5-year/200,000km
- Service plan – 2-year/30,000km
- Starting price – R205,900
Kia Picanto
- Warranty – 5-year/unlimited kilometres
- Service plan – 2-year/30,000km
- Starting price – R227,995
Hyundai Grand i10
- Warranty – 5-year/150,000km + additional 2-year/50,000km drivetrain
- Service plan – 1-year/15,000km
- Starting price – R234,500
Suzuki Baleno
- Warranty – 5-year/200,000km
- Service plan – 4-year/60,000km
- Starting price – R247,900
Toyota Starlet
- Warranty – 3-year/100,000km
- Service plan – 3-services/45,000km
- Starting price – R252,100
VW Polo Vivo
- Warranty – 3-year/120,000km
- Service plan – Optional 4-year/60,000km
- Starting price – R255,600
Fiat 500 TwinAir
- Warranty – 5-year/100,000km
- Service plan – Optional
- Starting price – R265,900
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