Verdict
The BMW X6 is the roomier, longer-range touring choice, with a 2,975 mm wheelbase, 580-litre boot and 83-litre tank. But the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is hard to ignore in Malaysia: it costs RM235,912 less, makes 416 hp and 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain, and reaches 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds against the X6’s 5.4 seconds. The BMW counters with a 3.0-litre six, adaptive M suspension and bigger 22-inch tyres, but its RM1,637 annual road tax is far steeper than the Mercedes’ RM440.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you need the larger 580-litre boot, 83-litre fuel tank and 2,975 mm wheelbase, and value adaptive M suspension over outright acceleration.
AMG GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you want 416 hp, a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time, adaptive cruise control and a four-year warranty for substantially less money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM734,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM498,888.
- Performance: BMW X6 335 hp, 450 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 416 hp, 500 Nm and 4.8 seconds.
- Engine capacity: BMW X6 2,998 cc; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 1,999 cc.
- Size: BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long with a 2,975 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is 4,763 mm long with a 2,888 mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: BMW X6 has a 580-litre boot and 83-litre tank; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe has a 545-litre boot and 62-litre tank.
- Ownership: BMW X6 has a two-year warranty and RM1,637 annual road tax; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe has a four-year warranty and RM440 annual road tax.
X6
- Larger 580-litre boot and 83-litre fuel tank.
- Longer 2,975 mm wheelbase and 4,960 mm body.
- Adaptive M suspension, 22-inch wheels and 14.9-inch curved display.
- RM235,912 more expensive despite 335 hp and a slower 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Two-year warranty is half the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe’s four-year cover.
- Passive cruise control versus adaptive cruise control.
AMG GLC Coupe
- 416 hp, 500 Nm and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- RM235,912 lower purchase price and RM440 annual road tax.
- Four-year warranty, adaptive cruise control and heated front seats.
- Smaller 545-litre boot and 62-litre fuel tank.
- Shorter 2,888 mm wheelbase and 4,763 mm body.
- No adaptive suspension is listed, while the BMW gets Adaptive M Suspension.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 734,800 | RM 498,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 13 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm✓ | 150 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 MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 545 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 275/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| 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 (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for 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 | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| 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 | 40:20:20 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 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 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| 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 Camera |
| 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 440✓ |
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.
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X6 vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is the stronger buy for performance, lower road tax, adaptive cruise control and warranty cover. Choose the BMW X6 when its larger boot, longer wheelbase, larger fuel tank and adaptive M suspension matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X6 costs RM235,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe.
Which is faster, the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. The BMW X6 takes 5.4 seconds, despite its larger 2,998 cc engine.