Verdict
At RM469,800, the BMW X5 costs RM25,912 more than the RM443,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class. The BMW’s 650-litre boot, 83-litre tank and air-sprung chassis suit Malaysian buyers carrying people and luggage; its 2,975-mm wheelbase is also 110 mm longer. The Mercedes is the quicker straight-line choice, reaching 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds from 402 hp, versus 5.4 seconds and 308 hp. Both are CKD, all-wheel-drive five-seaters with 250 km/h top speeds, so the decision is space versus pace.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if you need the 650-litre boot, 83-litre fuel tank and air suspension of a larger SUV.
AMG C-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if faster 4.6-second acceleration, 402 hp and a four-year factory warranty matter more than SUV space.
Key differences
- Acceleration: BMW X5 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class in 4.6 seconds.
- Output: BMW X5 makes 308 hp and 540 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class makes 402 hp and 500 Nm.
- Boot space: BMW X5 650 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 455 litres.
- Fuel tank: BMW X5 83 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 50 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW X5 4,935 mm and 2,975 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 4,751 mm and 2,865 mm.
- Factory warranty: BMW X5 two years; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class four years.
X5
- 650-litre boot and 83-litre fuel tank.
- Front and rear air suspension with adaptive dampers.
- Auto parking is fitted.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.4 seconds versus 4.6 seconds.
- Lower output: 308 hp versus 402 hp.
- Two-year factory warranty versus four years.
AMG C-Class
- 402 hp and a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage factory warranty.
- RM25,912 lower purchase price.
- 455-litre boot versus the X5’s 650 litres.
- 50-litre fuel tank versus the X5’s 83 litres.
- No auto parking listed, while the X5 gets it.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 469,800 | RM 443,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Torque | 540 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres✓ | 455 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 265/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Panoramic Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,637 | RM 380✓ |
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 X5 & AMG C-Class for sale
X5 vs AMG C-Class FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class better?
The BMW X5 is better for luggage capacity, fuel-tank size and air suspension. The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is better for outright acceleration, horsepower and factory-warranty length.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X5 costs RM25,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds versus 5.4 seconds for the BMW X5. Both have a 250 km/h top speed.