Cheapest SUVs to Run in South Africa
Ranked by monthly fuel cost at current inland pump prices, assuming 1650 km/month. Adjust the km/month figure to match your own usage.
⛽ Current pump price
Rankings use the current inland price of R26.63/litre (petrol 95) and R31.18/litre (diesel 50ppm). Each model is calculated using its correct fuel type. Prices are updated monthly when the DMRE announces adjustments.
Kia
Sportage
R 2 572
/month
Mercedes Benz
GLC
R 2 624
/month
Kia
Sportage
R 2 768
/month
Toyota
RAV4
R 2 856
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Evoque
R 2 984
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Evoque
R 2 988
/month
Proton
X90
R 2 988
/month
Mazda
CX-5
R 3 032
/month
MG
HS
R 3 032
/month
Mercedes Benz
GLC
R 3 032
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Velar
R 3 035
/month
Changan
Uni-S
R 3 076
/month
Opel
Grandland
R 3 076
/month
Kia
Sorento
R 3 087
/month
Land Rover
Discovery Sport
R 3 138
/month
Audi
Q5
R 3 190
/month
BMW
X3
R 3 190
/month
Volkswagen
Tiguan
R 3 396
/month
Tata
Harrier
R 3 396
/month
Toyota
Fortuner
R 3 498
/month
Fuel consumption figures are manufacturer-stated combined cycle figures sourced from official specifications. Real-world consumption varies depending on driving style, road conditions, and vehicle load. Monthly fuel cost is calculated using the current inland pump price and the km/month figure shown above. Rankings update automatically when official fuel prices change. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail prices (MRRP) and are subject to change.