Dryv Guide

Expert car buying advice for South Africa. Compare vehicles, understand finance, and get trusted guidance from Dryv — South Africa's AI-powered car platform.

• What Car Can You Buy for R5,000 a Month in October 2026? — After September's rate hike and October's petrol hike, here is what R5,000 a month reached on Dryv on 14 October, and what the car then costs to run.
• Is a Used Toyota Fortuner Worth Buying in South Africa in 2026? — Dryv had 125 used Fortuners for sale this week. Here is what each age costs, which engine to pick, and where the value is.
• Petrol Price October 2026: What Does a Full Tank Cost at R30.25? — 95 unleaded rose R3.33 a litre on 7 October. Here is what that does to a full tank, and to every 1,000 km, in six everyday cars.
• What Does South Africa's Average Car Loan of R431,300 Buy in 2026? — The average new car loan grew again in the second quarter. Here is what it costs a month and what it buys on Dryv this week.
• Which Car Brands Sold Most in South Africa in September 2026, and What Do They Cost Used? — naamsa's September figures, brand by brand, set against what those brands ask on Dryv's used market this week.
• Used VW Polo Vivo Prices in South Africa, September 2026 — What 106 used Polo Vivos on Dryv ask, year by year, and why a nearly new one is the best buy on the list.
• What Can You Do If a Used Car From a Dealer Breaks Within Six Months in South Africa? — Your rights under the Consumer Protection Act in plain words, and the order to claim them in.
• Should You Buy a Used Toyota Hilux or Ford Ranger for Under R400,000 in South Africa in 2026? — What 110 used bakkies on Dryv show about the age, mileage and gearbox the same budget buys.
• Is the New Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Worth Buying in South Africa in 2026? — A close look at Toyota's new compact Land Cruiser — what you actually get for the price, how it stacks up against the old FJ Cruiser, and who it's really for
• Toyota Launches RAV4, Land Cruiser FJ and bZ4X in South Africa — May 2026 — A breakdown of Toyota's three big SUV launches, where each one fits, what they cost, and which one is actually worth your money in 2026
• Geely E2 launch (the cheapest EV in SA) — Geely E2 Launches in South Africa as the Cheapest EV in 2026 — From R339,900
• Is the Suzuki Swift Worth Buying in South Africa in 2026? — A no-spin look at SA's best-selling imported car — real running costs, the cramped-but-clever interior, resale value and who it's actually for
• Are Plug-In Hybrids Worth It in South Africa in 2026? (Honest Buyer's Guide) — A no-spin look at PHEVs for SA buyers — real fuel savings, the R500k price wall, load-shedding reality and which models actually make sense
• How to Avoid Used Car Scams in Cape Town in 2026 — A Complete Buyer's Guide — The five most common scams, how they work, and exactly how to protect your money
• How to Spot a Trusted Used Car Dealership in Cape Town in 2026 — Seven things every Cape Town buyer should check before paying a single Rand
• Jetour X70 Plus Review: Is It Worth R480,000 in South Africa in 2026? — A no-spin look at Jetour's bestseller — features, drivetrain, real owner feedback and how it compares
• Chery Tiggo 4 Pro vs Haval Jolion — Which Is The Better Buy in Cape Town in 2026? — A head-to-head comparison on price, reliability, fuel economy, features and resale
• Are Chinese Cars Reliable in South Africa in 2026? An Honest Guide — What 12 months of real-world ownership in Cape Town tells us about Chery, Haval, GWM, MG and Jetour
• Best Cars Under R300,000 in South Africa in 2026 — Honest Comparison — A no-spin look at SA's most important price bracket — the most reliable, the best resale, the best on fuel, and who each one is really for
• What Is a Balloon Payment on a Car in South Africa? (And Should You Take One?) — Everything South African car buyers need to know about balloon payments, residuals, and how they really work.
• South African Car Owners in 2026 — Why Your Loan Repayments and Petrol Costs Are About to Move — What rising fuel costs, the June fuel-levy return, and the upcoming July SARB rate decision mean for your monthly car spend in real rand terms