Meet the finalists in the Adventure SUV category of the 2018/19 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank!

Now in its 4th year, the #CarsAwards was conceived to be South Africa's definitive automotive awards programme and is backed, for the 3rd year running, by the country's leading supplier of vehicle finance, WesBank.

Read more about the finalists in the 2018/19 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank here!

Best Adventure SUVs in SA

The Adventure SUV category is guided by both eligibility factors and Pillars of Success. Eligibility factors include a listed price between R550 000 and R700 000 at the time of semi-finalist voting (September 1, 2018), including the cost of all necessary optional extras. Necessary features include electronic stability control (ESC), 6 airbags (minimum), split/fold rear seats, minimum 200 mm ground clearance and all-wheel drive.

Pillars of Success for this category include performance, space and practicality, in-car entertainment, comfort and all-surface ability.

Visit www.carsawards.co.za for more information. The finalists are as follows:

Ford Everest 3.2 4WD XLT

Ford’s Everest is a spacious, well-specified and capable 7-seater variant of the locally-produced Ranger bakkie. South Africans have a love affair with large, rugged SUVs and Ford has served up exactly what they’ve been asking for… a macho, versatile machine that can tackle the rough stuff and transport a large family in comfort.

View specification details for the Ford Everest 3.2 4WD XLT

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Isuzu MU-X 3.0 4WD

The MU-X is Isuzu’s first new offering since the Japanese marque became independent from the (now departed) General Motors in the South African market. The newcomer is effectively a Chevrolet Trailblazer under the skin, but has the D-Max’s bulletproof turbodiesel engine under its bonnet. Renowned for excellent after-sales service and reliability, Isuzu is also one of the most respected brands in SA.

See specification details for the Isuzu MU-X 3.0 4WD

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Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Auto

The Toyota Fortuner is one of the country’s most-loved vehicles. It continues its predecessor’s winning recipe of ruggedness and versatility, but adds a generous helping of sophistication, style, refinement and technology into the mix.

See specification details for the Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 4×4 Auto

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See last year's #CarsAwards winners here!