{
  "id": 18894770,
  "title": "Price-cut Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 just what the doctor ordered",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/price-cut-mercedes-benz-glc-200-just-what-the-doctor-ordered",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-08T08:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/mercedes-benz-glc-200-road-test-review/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The price of the Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 has been reduced by R151,281 since the introduction of updates to the current model three years ago. The price drop has been made possible by the introduction of a new base GLC 200 model, replacing the previous gateway of R1,211,220 for the 220d and 300d diesel models. The new GLC 200 starts at R1,059,939 for the Avantgarde model, going up to R1,135,189 for the AMG Line. It is also R17,321 cheaper than the starting price of its traditional rival, the BMW X3. The GLC 200 features a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, producing 150kW of power and 320Nm of torque to all four wheels via 9G Tronic automatic transmission. It also comes standard with a tow bar and an infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, among other features. Despite being slightly dated in terms of styling, the GLC 200 offers a premium product at a lower price, making it a commendable move from Mercedes-Benz to enter the market.",
  "summary": "Popular SUV is getting a bit long in the tooth compared to its great rival the BMW X3.",
  "key_points": [
    "Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 price cut by R151,281",
    "New GLC 200 starts at R1,059,939",
    "Competes with BMW X3 at lower price"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}