IN THE E PIPELIN

2018 SUZUKI JIMNY PEEKED

An Internet leak has revealed the boxy yet characterful third-generation Jimny. Genuine 4x4 capability will remain, including a locking diff and low range, while the engine choices will include a turbocharged 0,6-litre and a naturally aspirated 1,2-litre petrol unit.

2020 SCIROCCO TAKING THE EV ROUTE?

The future of Volkswagen’s shapely fringe player, the Scirocco, looks as though it’s taking the EV coupé route in its second iteration. It could utilise a single electric motor-drive system developing 127 kw, or a dual-motor setup with up to 224 kw.

2020 HYUNDAI’S BAKKIE GAINING PACE

Reports have emerged that Hyundai’s upcoming bakkie will share its underpinnings with the next-generation Tucson, alongside which it will be launched in 2020. Engines are likely to include the Tucson’s 1,7- and 2,0-litre CRDI turbodiesels and a new four-cylinder diesel unit.