Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Jetour T2 i-DM

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Mercedes-Benz GLC in South Africa

Mercedes-Benz GLC

GLC 43 4MATIC Petrol Current
ZAR 1,883,775 ex-showroom
⚡ 310 kW 🔧 500 Nm
VS
Jetour T2 i-DM in South Africa

Jetour T2 i-DM

T2 i-DM Plug-in Hybrid 3-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 779,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 100 kW 🔧 220 Nm ⛽ 76.9 km/l
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Decision summary

Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Jetour T2 i-DM: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

T2 i-DM starts ZAR 267,950 cheaper GLC from ZAR 1,047,850 · T2 i-DM from ZAR 779,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification GLC T2 i-DM
Maximum Power GLC310 kW T2 i-DM100 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque GLC500 Nm T2 i-DM220 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Engine Size GLC1991 cc T2 i-DM1499 cc
Combined Fuel Economy GLC- T2 i-DM76.9 km/l
Ground Clearance GLC- T2 i-DM190 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec GLC T2 i-DM
Model Introduced Year 2026 2026
Body Style Suv SUV
Model Year 2026 Current
Production Status Current South African retail range Active
Generation - Current South African launch specification
Facelift History - Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since - 2026
Facelift Version Ending - Current
Gross Combined Mass Kg - 4038 kg
Segment - SUV
Tare Mass Kg - 2138 kg
Vehicle Type - SUV
Spec GLC T2 i-DM
Engine 1991/L4 1.5TD hybrid-dedicated engine
Fuel Type Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Displacement 1991 cc 1499 cc
Cylinders 4 4
Cylinder Layout Inline Inline
Maximum Power 310 kW 100 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque 500 Nm 220 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Engine Code - SQRH4J15
Hybrid System - Plug-in Hybrid
Valves - 16
Valves per Cylinder - 4
Aspiration - Turbocharged
Fuel System - Direct Injection
Compression Ratio - 12.0:1
Bore - 72 mm
Stroke - 92 mm
Combined Power - 265 kW
Combined Torque - 610 Nm
Motor Type - Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors - 2
Motor Location - Front
Drive Type - FWD
Transmission - 3-Speed Automatic
Top Speed - 200 km/h
0-100 km/h - Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile - Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes - Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control - Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter - Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio - Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio - Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity - 18.4 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity - Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type - LFP
Battery Voltage - Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range - 90 km
AC Charging Power - 6.6 kW
DC Charging Power - 50 kW
AC Charging Time - 3 h 0 min (30-100%)
DC Charging Time - 27 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking - Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This GLC and T2 i-DM comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

GLC vs T2 i-DM questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

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.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.