Verdict
Price defines this match-up: the BMW X6 is RM734,800, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is RM1,948,888. The G-Class answers with a much bigger 3,982 cc V engine, 577 hp and 800 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 4.4 seconds against the BMW’s 5.4 seconds. The X6 is still quick, lighter at 2,240 kg versus 2,560 kg, longer in wheelbase and better equipped in a few daily-use areas, including a powered boot and head-up display. For most Malaysian buyers, the premium is the real test.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you want the lower-cost, lighter SUV with a head-up display, powered boot and still-quick 5.4-second sprint.
AMG G-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if you want the harder-hitting 577 hp and 800 Nm powertrain, bigger boot and stronger factory warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM734,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888
- Output: BMW X6 335 hp/450 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 577 hp/800 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X6 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4.4 seconds
- Top speed: BMW X6 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 240 km/h
- Size and weight: BMW X6 4,960 mm/2,240 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4,613 mm/2,560 kg
- Boot and tank: BMW X6 580 litres/83 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 667 litres/100 litres
X6
- RM1,214,088 cheaper, with lower RM1,637 yearly road tax
- 320 kg lighter, with the higher 250 km/h top speed
- Head-up display, powered boot and dual-zone rear air-con
- Much lower output: 335 hp/450 Nm versus 577 hp/800 Nm
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.4 seconds versus 4.4 seconds
- Smaller boot and tank: 580 litres/83 litres versus 667 litres/100 litres
AMG G-Class
- Big performance gap: 577 hp and 800 Nm
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- 667-litre boot, 100-litre tank and full-size spare
- Costs RM1,214,088 more than the BMW X6
- Higher yearly road tax: RM3,211 versus RM1,637
- No head-up display and manual boot operation against the BMW’s head-up display and powered boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 734,800✓ | RM 1,948,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 577 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 20 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 100 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 295/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 295/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | AMG Active Ride Control suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer 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 Projectors with Auto High Beam | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| 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 3,211 |
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.
X6 vs AMG G-Class FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is better for outright performance: 577 hp, 800 Nm and 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h. The BMW X6 is the saner buy if price, lower road tax and daily equipment such as a head-up display matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,214,088 more than the BMW X6, based on RM1,948,888 versus RM734,800.
Which has more boot space?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class has the bigger boot at 667 litres. The BMW X6 has 580 litres, so the Mercedes-Benz gives you 87 litres more luggage capacity with the rear seats in place.