What is the most popular VW in South Africa?
Volkswagen’s Polo Vivo is still one of South Africa’s most favourite cars. The Volkswagen Polo Vivo sold the most units in the passenger car segment. According to recent data, the most hijacked car in South Africa is the Toyota Hilux. Other vehicles that hijackers commonly target are the Volkswagen Polo, Toyota Fortuner, Ford Ranger, Nissan NP200, BMW 3 Series, Toyota Quantum, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Hyundai H-1 and Audi A3.The Most Hijacked Vehicles in South Africa (2025) According to SAPS and insurance industry reports, the following vehicles top the list: Toyota Hilux – Popular for its durability and resale value, making it a high-demand target. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – Widely driven and easy to resell or strip for parts.