Tucked away in the splendour of our vibrant South Africa is the grand Karoo. A desert region that stretches across expanses of captivating mountains, majestic plains, and breathtaking valleys.

No wonder; it’s the ultimate playground for car enthusiasts with a keen spirit of adventure. So much so that you are likely to be even more enthralled by the Karoo’s raw beauty in the right SUV (sports utility vehicle).

Discover our range of Karoo-capable SUVs for sale and take that exhilarating journey of exploration you deserve, where the open road calls and adventure certainly await.

Forging Your Path: The Suzuki Jimny

Suzuki is a well-respected brand in South Africa, but the Jimny? Even more so is the compact, lightweight Suzuki Jimny, which is one of its flagship vehicles in the country. Packed with personality, it comes in a four-variant range equipped with a 1.5L petrol engine and the standard manual and automated transmission gearbox options.

One of its best-selling attributes is its 4WD with a low-range gear shift. This allows you to seamlessly manoeuvre between 2WD, which is better suited for the city, and 4WD, which is better suited for the challenging terrain of the desert.

While nimble-sized, it also manages to support a towing capacity of up to 1300 kg. Dependable and more than capable, it makes for smooth adventures through the Karoo.

Blazing Your Own Trail: The Kia Sorento

Kia has certainly cemented itself in recent years as an affordable, high-quality car manufacturer. Take the Kia Sorento, for example—a midsize SUV with bold exteriors. The latest derivative is available in three variants, each fitted with a 2.2-litre petrol engine and a DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission) gearbox.

This seven-seater SUV is available in 2WD (two-wheel drive) and AWD (all-wheel drive), can carry 2011 litres of cargo, and can tow an impressive 2500 kg. With add-ons such as its roof rails and the standard 40:20:40 split-rear folding seats, space will never be an issue.

Coupled with safety systems such as trailer sway assist, downhill brake control, and parking distance sensors, it’s the smart choice for your off-roading needs.

Charting Your Course: The Toyota Fortuner

Our selection of exceptional SUVs would not be complete without the formidable and ever-popular Toyota Fortuner. A household name in South Africa, it remains a firm favourite because of how versatile it is.

With several derivatives on the market, you can shop for several options that suit your budget and lifestyle needs. This includes engines that vary from 2.4 litres right up to 2.8 litres, along with manual and automated transmission gearboxes.

The Fortuner presents itself as a stealthy, agile and ready-to-move SUV. This is no more evident when it comes to weighing up towing numbers. It can tow an acclaimed and astoundingly high 3100 kg, but that is just one highlight of this vehicle.

Newer models include innovative technologies such as active traction control, limited slip differential, active cruise control and rear park distance control.

As you prepare to heed the call of the open road through the mighty and rugged Karoo, remember that the journey is just as important as the destination. The right SUV by your side is more than just a reliable vehicle. It’s a trusted long-term companion that you can depend on for its formidable towing capacity, high performance, and efficient economy.

Are you on the lookout for a Karoo-worthy conqueror? Hit the road with one of Motus Select’s powerhouse SUVs for sale, guaranteed to take on every challenge head-on.