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GLC 220 d 4MATICDiesel Mild Hybrid9-Speed AutomaticCurrent
ZAR 1,437,896ex-showroom
⚡ 145 kW🔧 440 Nm⛽ 18.5 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
MG Cyberster vs Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé: the short answer
Cyberster and GLC Coupé are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Cyberster starts ZAR 37,996 cheaperCyberster from ZAR 1,399,900 · GLC Coupé from ZAR 1,437,896
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Maximum Power
Cyberster375 kW
GLC Coupé145 kW
Maximum Torque
Cyberster725 Nm
GLC Coupé440 Nm
Engine Size
CybersterNot Applicable
GLC Coupé1993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
CybersterNot Applicable
GLC Coupé18.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Cyberster116 mm
GLC Coupé180 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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MG Cyberster
Dual Motor 4WD Roadster
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Cyberster
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
GLC Coupé
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Cyberster
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
GLC Coupé
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Model Introduced Year
2025
2026
Generation
First-generation battery-electric Cyberster roadster in local dual-motor all-wheel-drive form.
Current South African GLC Coupé generation represented by derivative GLC 220 d 4MATIC
Facelift History
South African launch specification introduced as MG's electric halo in 2025.
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Current South African model cycle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Two-door, two-seat soft-top roadster
Suv
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
Current South African retail range
Segment
Electric Sports Roadster
Premium SUV
Vehicle Type
Convertible
SUV
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Length
4535 mm
4763 mm
Width
1913 mm
1890 mm
Height
1329 mm
1605 mm
Wheelbase
2690 mm
2888 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
116 mm
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
62 l
Boot/Cargo Space
249 l
545 l
Kerb Weight
1985 kg
2050 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2210 kg
2000 kg
Payload Capacity
225 kg
550 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.45 m
5.9 m
Front Headroom
1043 mm
960 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
960 mm
Front Legroom
1070 mm
900 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
900 mm
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Engine
Dual-motor battery-electric powertrain
1993/L4
Engine Code
Not Applicable
OM654M
Fuel Type
Electric
Diesel Mild Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
48V Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1993 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Inline
Valves
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
15.5:1
Bore
Not Applicable
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Applicable
94.3 mm
Maximum Power
375 kW
145 kW
Maximum Torque
725 Nm
440 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
145 kW
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
440 Nm
Motor Type
Synchronous Motor
48 V integrated starter-generator
Number of Motors
2
1
Motor Location
Front and Rear
Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
208 km/h
219 km/h
0-100 km/h
3.2 sec
8.1 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.0 sec
Drive Modes
Comfort, Sport, Custom, Super Sport
Comfort, Sport, Individual
Launch Control
Yes
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
188.92 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
365.24 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Ternary Lithium
0
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
443 km (WLTP combined)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
11 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
144 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
9 h (0-100%)
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
40 min (10-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
No
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
9G-TRONIC automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
AWD
LSD Available
Electronic differential control
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Permanent AWD transfer system
Differential Lock
Electronic differential lock
No
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
Number of Gears
1
9
Transmission Type
Single-Speed
9G-TRONIC automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Single-Speed
Automatic with manual shift mode
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
AWD
4WD Engagement
Permanently managed electric AWD
Yes
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
0
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
0
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Yes
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Yes
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
No
Gearbox Type
Reduction Gear
9G-TRONIC automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
0
Low Range
Not Applicable
0
Axle Layout
Dual-motor AWD
Driven axle configuration: AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
No
Transmission Speeds
1
9
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
18.5 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
18.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
18.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
66 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
23 l
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Yes
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
18.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
CCS Type 2
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
66
Combined Driving Range
443 km (WLTP combined)
0
Electric Consumption
191 Wh/km
0
Range Real World Highway
331 km
0 km
Range Real World Mixed
443 km
0 km
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Airbags
4
7
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Ventilated disc brakes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
AEB
Standard
Ventilated disc brakes
BA
Standard
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated disc brakes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Yes
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Ventilated disc brakes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Yes
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Yes
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Seat Material
Leather/Alcantara
ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Heated Seats
Standard
Front heated seats
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Model/option dependent
Ambient Lighting
Standard
64-colour ambient lighting
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric with memory
Electric adjustment with memory
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric with memory
Electric adjustment with memory
Seat Trim
Leather/Alcantara
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Automatic climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
KEYLESS-GO
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Not Applicable
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Automatic climate control
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Infotainment System
Three-screen cockpit
MBUX multimedia system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
13
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch virtual cluster
12.3-inch digital instrument display
USB Ports
1 x USB-C; 1 x USB-A
USB-C ports
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
MBUX multimedia system
Touchscreen
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
MBUX multimedia system
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
LED Headlamps
Standard
LED High Performance headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
Modern Beige, Andes Grey, Light Speed Silver, Flare Red, Nuclear Yellow
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
Headlights
Standard
LED High Performance headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Applicable
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Off-road mode
Locking Differential
Electronic differential lock
No
4WD System Type
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
Yes
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Tyre Size
245/40 R20 front; 275/35 R20 rear
255/45 R20
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
20-inch alloy wheels
Wheel Rim Size
20-inch
20
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Ventilated disc brakes
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Independent multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension
Five-link
Independent multi-link suspension
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
130 g/km
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Service Plan
5 years / 100,000 km maintenance plan
5 Years / 100000 km
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded.
Price Zar
1399900 ZAR
1437896 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African MSRP
Current South African retail price
Starting Price
1399900
1650000
Starting Price Zar
1399900
1650000
Spec
Cyberster
GLC Coupé
Warranty
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
5 Years / 100000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cyberster and GLC Coupé comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Cyberster 100 vs GLC Coupé 75.
Efficiency index: Cyberster 90 vs GLC Coupé 74.
Safety-equipment index: Cyberster 77 vs GLC Coupé 99.
Practicality index: Cyberster 34 vs GLC Coupé 69.
Ownership-cover index: Cyberster not separately scored vs GLC Coupé not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
GLC Coupé leads by 4 points
Cyberster and GLC Coupé are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
GLC Coupé
Performance
75/100
Efficiency
74/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
69/100
Cyberster
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
77/100
Practicality
34/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMercedes-Benz GLC Coupé
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 75 pts for Cyberster
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, GLC Coupé leads. However, Cyberster may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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