After a lengthy wait, the controversial new Mercedes-AMG C63 SE Performance has finally launched in South Africa. What's so contentious about this fresh version of Affalterbach's high-performance sedan? The W206-generation model drops its predecessor's twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 engine in favour of an electrified 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit.
While the clever new plug-in hybrid powertrain's performance figures far eclipse those of the V8, its soundtrack is nowhere near as stirring, considering it has lost half of its cylinder count. It's also quite a bit pricier than its closest rival, the six-pot BMW M3 Competition. That got us thinking: What are the most expensive new four-cylinder cars currently available in Mzansi? We spent some time combing through South Africa's new vehicle market to find out...South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism.
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