The R270,000 hatchback outselling South Africa’s biggest car brands

• The VW Polo Vivo outsold Isuzu and Jetour in South Africa last month with 2,379 units sold.
• The Vivo's popularity stems from its R271,900 price tag and local brand recognition, as well as its relatively spartan spec sheet and fuel-efficient options.
• VW's 75th anniversary in South Africa was marked with a new R4 billion investment in its Kariega production plant, cementing its position as a crucial player in the country's auto sector.