Thousands of readers of "Off Road" and "SUV Magazin" have just voted the Opel Grandland X as the best car in its segment in the 2018 Off Road Awards.
It is the first time that readers could vote for their favourite in the 2WD-SUV segment. The Opel Grandland X left no fewer than eleven competitors from all competing brands in its wake. But the dynamic newcomer is not the only Opel model to convince the readers of the two magazines.
The Opel Crossland X also impressed with its stylish appearance and flexible configuration possibilities and finished third in the same category as its bigger brother Grandland X. The two latest additions to the Opel SUV family are thus continuing the off-road success story of Opel's Mokka X. This robust and attractive adventurer is a two-time winner in the sub-compact SUV segment (in 2013 and 2014).
Priced from R429 000, the Grandland X is powered by a 1.6-litre turbo motor that produces 121kw and 240nm, and goes up against the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, KIA Sportage, and the Peugeot 3008, with which the Grandland X shares its powertrain. The Grandland X comes standard with a 5-year/120 000km warranty and 5-year/90 000km service plan.
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FAQ
Q: What does the Opel Grandland X cost in South Africa?
The Opel Grandland X starts from R429,000 in South Africa, making it a competitive option in the midsize SUV segment against rivals like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V.
Q: Is the Opel Grandland X worth buying?
The Grandland X is definitely worth considering, especially since it won the 2018 Off Road Awards in its segment and comes with a solid 5-year/120,000km warranty plus a 5-year/90,000km service plan for peace of mind.
Q: How powerful is the Opel Grandland X engine?
The Grandland X packs a 1.6-litre turbo engine that delivers 121kW and 240Nm of torque, sharing the same reliable powertrain with the Peugeot 3008.
Q: What are the main competitors to the Opel Grandland X?
The Grandland X goes head-to-head with popular SUVs like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, KIA Sportage, and Peugeot 3008 in the competitive midsize SUV market.
Should You Buy It?
The best award-winning SUV under R450,000 in SA is the Opel Grandland X at R429,000. With its segment-winning pedigree, decent 121kW turbo engine, and generous 5-year warranty package, it's a solid choice if you want something different from the usual Japanese suspects. Sure, it shares its bits with Peugeot, but that's not necessarily a bad thing when the package works this well. If you're looking for a stylish SUV that won't break the bank and has proven itself against eleven competitors, the Grandland X deserves a test drive.
