Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe
Verdict
At RM460,800 versus RM498,888, the Jaguar I-Pace is RM38,088 cheaper yet matches the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe’s 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time. The Jaguar is the EV play: dual motors, a 90.0 kWh battery and 440 km of range, plus a bigger 656-litre boot. The Mercedes-Benz counters with 416 hp, a 250 km/h top speed, 7 airbags and a petrol-hybrid format with a 62-litre tank. For Malaysia, this is charging access and luggage space against longer-distance refuelling convenience.
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want the cheaper all-electric SUV with 440 km range, more boot space and a longer 5-year warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you prefer petrol-hybrid refuelling, 416 hp and the higher 250 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar I-Pace RM460,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM498,888
- Power: Jaguar I-Pace 395 hp; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 416 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Jaguar I-Pace 4.8 s; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4.8 s
- Battery/range: Jaguar I-Pace 90.0 kWh and 440 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 1.0 kWh and no EV range figure
- Boot space: Jaguar I-Pace 656 L; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 545 L
- Warranty: Jaguar I-Pace 5 years; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4 years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 460,800✓ | RM 498,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Engine | Dual motor | 1,999 cc |
| Power | 395 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 4.8 s | 4.8 s |
| Top speed | — | 250 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 90.0 kWh✓ | 1.0 kWh |
| EV range | 440 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,682 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,990 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Boot space | 656 L✓ | 545 L |
| Fuel tank | — | 62 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5✓ | 4 |
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | 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.
I-Pace
- 440 km electric range
- Bigger 656-litre boot
- Longer 2,990 mm wheelbase
- Less power at 395 hp
- Higher annual road tax at RM545
- No listed top speed
AMG GLC Coupe
- More power at 416 hp
- 250 km/h top speed
- 7 airbags
- Costs RM38,088 more
- Smaller 545-litre boot
- Shorter 4-year warranty
I-Pace vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Jaguar I-Pace or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?
The Jaguar I-Pace is better for EV buyers who can charge at home and need the larger boot. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is better for drivers who want petrol-hybrid refuelling, more power and a listed 250 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe costs RM38,088 more than the Jaguar I-Pace. The gap does not buy quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration, as both are rated at 4.8 seconds.
Which one is more practical for luggage?
The Jaguar I-Pace has the larger boot at 656 litres, against 545 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe. That 111-litre advantage is useful for airport runs and family travel.