Buying a car? These are SA's most fuel-efficient cars under R300k

702's Gugs Mhlungu spoke to resident motoring enthusiast, Kumbi Mtshakazi. 

Listen to their conversation in the audio clip below.

With the cost of living continuously rising, owning a fuel-efficient car can save you thousands of rands. 

If you're searching for a vehicle that won't strain your budget, cars.co.za has put together a list of the most fuel-efficient, budget-friendly cars currently available in South Africa. 

This list features cars priced under R300,000. 

Japanese automobile manufacturer Suzuki is quite popular, with several of its models making the list. 

"I think Suzuki, what they've done with their entire line of cars is something that's unbelievable. They resonate quite well with the people. They are affordable and very fuel-efficient as well. They are on a really good run..."

- Kumbi Mtshakazi, motoring enthusiast

Here are the top fuel-efficient budget cars in the country, according to cars.co.za

• 4.2 L/100 km – Suzuki Celerio 1.0 GL Automatic
• 4.2 L/100km – Toyota Vitz XR Automatic
• 4.4 L/100km – Suzuki Swift Manual and Suzuki S-Presso Automatic
• 4.9 L/100km – Suzuki DZire and Suzuki Ignis
• 4.9 L/100 km – Renault Kwid 
• 5.0 L/100km – Kia Picanto EX+ Manual
• 5.3 L/100km Mahindra 3XO 1.2T Manual

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