Life has a funny way of humbling even the most polished among us—and Rachel Kolisi is living proof.
Known for once cruising around in high-end wheels like a Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover, she’s now catching attention for something refreshingly down-to-earth: her new ride is a humble Toyota Yaris.
And honestly? She’s totally owning it.
Rachel Ditches the Flash and Gets Real with a Yaris
In a now-deleted Instagram post, Rachel gave her followers a peek into her current chapter by sharing snaps of herself in a well-worn Yaris.
Gone were the sleek lines of a Merc; instead, she was behind the wheel of what she affectionately referred to as “Betsy.”
In the caption, she opened up about how life has a way of shifting gears on you.
“One day you’re riding high, the next you’re asking a friend to borrow their spare car and googling ‘how to parallel park a Yaris with dignity,’” she joked. It was self-deprecating, honest, and relatable all at once.
Picking Up Family with Pride
What made the moment even more endearing was Rachel casually mentioning how she’d used the Yaris to pick up her former sister-in-law, Siya Kolisi’s sister Liphelo.
No chauffeur, no tinted windows—just Rachel, Betsy, and a great sense of humor.
And while she made light of it, she also acknowledged the transition: “It’s not forever.
It’s just a chapter. But honestly? Betsy and I are kind of vibing, and I still nail clutch control.”
A Quiet Goodbye to the Mercedes Life
Before she showed off Betsy, Rachel had posted a few photos marking her “last day” in her Mercedes-Benz.
It’s still unclear whether the luxury car was personally owned or just part of a brand partnership—but either way, she’s clearly moving on with grace (and practicality).
She’s Not Alone in Choosing the Yaris
It turns out Rachel isn’t the only Capetonian choosing substance over flash.
Former DA leader Helen Zille also announced earlier this year that she was trading in her 25-year-old Corsa for—you guessed it—a Toyota Yaris.
When asked what her next ride would be, Zille kept it simple: “A Toyota Yaris.”
Looks like this modest little car is quietly building itself a celeb fan base in South Africa.
A Little Car with a Big Legacy
The Yaris first rolled into South Africa back in 2005 and quickly became one of Toyota’s best-selling models worldwide.
While some international markets have since retired the model due to slowing sales, it still holds a nostalgic and practical place in many South African hearts.
More Celebs Going Low-Key?
Rachel’s switch to a modest vehicle has sparked conversation about whether more celebrities should be following suit.
In a world obsessed with image and luxury, it’s refreshing to see a public figure who isn’t afraid to roll through life in a scratched-up Yaris and still smile about it.
Would you like to see more famous faces ditch the glitz and go for something real? Let us know!