Verdict
The BMW X6 costs RM735,800, RM236,912 more than the RM498,888 Mercedes-Benz GLE, and that is a substantial Malaysian ownership gap before the X6’s RM1,637 annual road tax versus RM440. The BMW is the quicker, more muscular choice: its 335 hp, 450 Nm 3.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and brings a 580-litre boot. But the GLE’s 31 kWh plug-in-hybrid battery delivers 114 km of EV range, can charge at 11 kW AC, and adds air suspension, massage and ventilated front seats. For most buyers, the GLE is the more rational daily car; the X6 is for those prioritising pace and cargo space.
Pick the BMW X6 if you want 335 hp, a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time and the larger 580-litre boot, and can absorb its much higher purchase price and road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE if 114 km of electric range, 11 kW AC charging, air suspension and a RM236,912 lower entry price matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price and annual road tax: BMW X6 RM735,800 and RM1,637; Mercedes-Benz GLE RM498,888 and RM440.
- Performance: BMW X6 has 335 hp and 450 Nm, hitting 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLE has 248 hp and 400 Nm, taking 6.1 seconds.
- Electrified driving: BMW X6 has a 12 hp, 200 Nm mild-hybrid motor with no stated EV range; Mercedes-Benz GLE has a 154 hp, 440 Nm motor, 31 kWh battery and 114…
- Dimensions and luggage space: BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long with a 580-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz GLE is 4,924 mm long with a 490-litre boot.
- Ride hardware and wheels: BMW X6 uses Adaptive M Suspension and 22-inch wheels; Mercedes-Benz GLE gets Airmatic air suspension with adaptive damping and…
- Warranty: BMW X6 has a two-year manufacturer warranty plus five-year extended coverage; Mercedes-Benz GLE has a four-year manufacturer warranty and an…
X6
- Quicker 5.4-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- 335 hp and 450 Nm from a 3.0-litre engine
- 580-litre boot, 90 litres larger than the GLE’s
- RM236,912 more expensive to buy
- RM1,197 higher annual road tax
- No stated EV range or AC charging capability
GLE
- 114 km EV range from a 31 kWh plug-in-hybrid battery
- Airmatic air suspension with adaptive damping
- Massage and ventilation for the front seats
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 90-litre smaller, 490-litre boot
- Lower 248 hp and 400 Nm engine outputs
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800 | RM498,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM440✓ |
| 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 with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 248 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 154 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 114 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 315/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | Airmatic with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 two rear passenger 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with Surround View 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 | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 X6 & GLE for sale
X6 vs GLE FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz GLE better?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE is the better fit for most Malaysian buyers because it costs far less, has 114 km EV range and air suspension. Choose the BMW X6 only if its 5.4-second acceleration, 335 hp output and larger boot are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X6 costs RM236,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLE. Its annual road tax is also RM1,197 higher: RM1,637 against RM440.
Which has more luggage space?
The BMW X6 has the larger boot at 580 litres, compared with 490 litres in the Mercedes-Benz GLE. That is a 90-litre advantage for the BMW.