Verdict
The EQE costs RM60,190 less, yet brings a 90.6-kWh battery, 669-km range and 170-kW DC charging, so it makes stronger sense for a Malaysian buyer with reliable charging. It is 303 mm longer on a wheelbase 300 mm longer, but its 2,355-kg weight accompanies a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The Giulia is quicker at 5.7 seconds, reaches 240 km/h and carries 50 litres more luggage at 480 litres. Choose it for the more compact petrol-driving proposition, not the EQE’s 12.8-inch OLED display and 360-degree camera.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Giulia if you want the quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time, 240-km/h top speed and 480-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if you have charging access and want 669 km of EV range, 170-kW DC charging and more rear-seat space from its 3,120-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Acceleration: Giulia 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds; EQE in 6.4 seconds.
- Top speed: Giulia 240 km/h; EQE 210 km/h.
- Wheelbase: Giulia 2,820 mm; EQE 3,120 mm.
- Weight: Giulia 1,490 kg; EQE 2,355 kg.
- Boot space: Giulia 480 litres; EQE 430 litres.
- Output: Giulia 276 hp and 400 Nm; EQE motor 288 hp and 565 Nm.
Giulia
- Quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 240-km/h top speed
- Larger 480-litre boot
- 8.8-inch touchscreen versus the EQE’s 12.8-inch OLED display
- No 360-degree camera, auto parking or head-up display
- Rear air-con is limited to vents rather than dual-zone control
EQE
- 90.6-kWh battery with 669-km range and 170-kW DC charging
- Longer 3,120-mm wheelbase with rear-wheel steering
- 12.8-inch OLED MBUX screen and 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester audio
- Slower 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.7 seconds
- 430-litre boot is 50 litres smaller
- At 2,355 kg, it is 865 kg heavier
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM440,078 | RM379,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM378 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 669 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,643 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,436 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 1,490 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Giulia & EQE for sale
Giulia vs EQE FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The EQE is the better choice for an EV-ready owner wanting 669 km of range, faster charging capability and a longer wheelbase. Choose the Giulia for quicker acceleration, a higher top speed and a larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM379,888, which is RM60,190 less than the RM440,078 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Which car has the larger boot?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia has the larger boot at 480 litres. The Mercedes-Benz EQE has 430 litres, a 50-litre deficit.