2022 CAR OF THE YEAR | Jan Gey Nissan

The Nissan Navara has today, been named the official winner of the ‘South Africa Car of the Year’ in 4x4 Double Cab category.

The Nissan Navara has today, been named the official winner of the ‘South Africa Car of the Year’ in 4x4 Double Cab category. The accolade is the result of a vigorous judging process by the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) body.

Continuing to redefine the 4 x 4 Double Cab segment with its load-carrying capacity and powertrain which has been engineered to perform on the most rugged of South Africa’s terrain.

“The fact that the Nissan Navara is locally-produced makes this accolade even more special. Through a R3 billion investment in 2019, working with policy-makers and collaborating with strategic partners, the Navara has positively contributed towards the nurturing of a buoyant auto sector,” explained Mike Whitfield Managing Director of Nissan Africa.

For Nissan South Africa (NSA), this recognition is testament of what can be achieved through commitment, passion and collaboration. Kabelo Rabotho, Country Director of Nissan South Africa says, “I’m proud to be part of the team that overcame adversity and the effects of COVID-19 to deliver this exceptional bakkie to our customers. This vote of confidence, from our associates and South Africa, acknowledges the endurance of the team that built this award-winning bakkie.”

“Nissan South Africa congratulates all the participants in this year’s competitive 4x4 Double Cab segment. It is an honour to continue working together in driving our country’s auto-sector forward,” concludes Rabotho.