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 R30.24/litre (petrol 95) and R30.86/litre (diesel 50ppm). Each model is calculated using its correct fuel type. Prices are updated monthly when the DMRE announces adjustments.
Kia
Sportage
R 2 546
/month
Audi
Q5
R 2 597
/month
Mercedes Benz
GLC
R 2 597
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Evoque
R 2 953
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Velar
R 3 004
/month
Kia
Sorento
R 3 055
/month
Land Rover
Discovery Sport
R 3 106
/month
Kia
Sportage
R 3 143
/month
Toyota
RAV4
R 3 143
/month
BMW
X3
R 3 157
/month
Volkswagen
Tiguan
R 3 361
/month
Tata
Harrier
R 3 361
/month
Land Rover
Range Rover Evoque
R 3 393
/month
BMW
X5
R 3 412
/month
Mercedes Benz
GLC
R 3 443
/month
MG
HS
R 3 443
/month
Jetour
X70 Plus
R 3 443
/month
Toyota
Fortuner
R 3 462
/month
Opel
Grandland
R 3 493
/month
Changan
Uni-S
R 3 493
/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.