Following its local premiere at the 2013 Johannesburg International Motor Show, GWM has announced the M4 will be priced at R189999 including the company’s comprehensive 5 year/100 000 km warranty and 2-years AA roadside assistance.

Design details

Designed to be the ultimate cheeky crossover, the M4 is distinguished by squared-off front-end, a gaping lower airdam flanked by fog lamps, skid-plates in a contrasting silver hue and black cladding around the sills and wheelarches.

The crossover is offered in South Africa in a choice of six colours; Fashion Orange, Titanium White, Sky Silver, Pearl Black, Jazz Red and Ocean Blue.

Inside there’s a sporty instrument cluster with overlapping dials and an integrated digital speedometer, black cloth upholstery and silver trim accents on the fascia and doors.

The M4 has also been equipped with comprehensive standard features including air-conditioning, electric windows/mirrors and an audio system with USB and auxiliary plug-in support as well Bluetooth capability. Driver comfort is further boosted by a rake-adjustable steering wheel, while rear park assist helps drivers avoid expensive parking scrapes.

Power and economy

Power is provided by a 1.5-litre VVT-i engine that develops 71.3 kW at 6000 rpm and 138 Nm of torque. It is connected exclusively to a five-speed manual transmission. Fuel consumption is rated at 7.2-litres/100 km with CO2 emissions of 172 g/km.

GWM M4 Price in South Africa

GWM M4 1.5 VVT-I – R189999

Pricing includes a comprehensive 5 year/100 000 km warranty and 2-year AA roadside assistance, as well as a 5-year/45 000 km service plan.