Jaguar XJ vs Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers seeking luxury, the Jaguar XJ offers a more accessible price of RM 658,491 compared to the RM 798,888 for the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS. While the XJ delivers a respectable 237 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 7.5 seconds, the AMG EQS impressively boasts 649 hp and a blistering 3.8 seconds. However, the EQS's electric range of 571 km and advanced safety features may appeal to those prioritising sustainability and technology.
Pick the Jaguar XJ if you prefer a more traditional luxury sedan experience at a lower price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS if you desire cutting-edge electric performance and advanced safety features.
Key differences
- Price: RM 658,491 (XJ) vs RM 798,888 (AMG EQS)
- Power: 237 hp (XJ) vs 649 hp (AMG EQS)
- 0–100 km/h: 7.5 s (XJ) vs 3.8 s (AMG EQS)
- EV range: N/A (XJ) vs 571 km (AMG EQS)
- Boot space: 520 L (XJ) vs 610 L (AMG EQS)
- Airbags: 8 (XJ) vs 11 (AMG EQS)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 658,491✓ | RM 798,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Engine | 1,999 cc | Dual motor |
| Power | 237 hp | 649 hp✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm | — |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.5 s | 3.8 s✓ |
| Top speed | 241 km/h✓ | 220 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 9.3 L/100km | — |
| Battery | — | 108.4 kWh |
| EV range | — | 571 km |
| CO₂ | 216 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,252 mm | 5,216 mm |
| Width | 1,899 mm | 1,926 mm |
| Height | 1,457 mm | 1,512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,157 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Boot space | 520 L | 610 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 82 L | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 | 11✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 | 4✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 380✓ | RM 1,840 |
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.
XJ
- More affordable luxury option
- Traditional petrol performance
- Spacious boot for luggage
- Slower acceleration
- Higher CO₂ emissions
- Shorter warranty period
AMG EQS
- Exceptional electric performance
- Long EV range for trips
- Advanced safety features
- Higher price point
- Less traditional luxury feel
- Potentially higher road tax
XJ vs AMG EQS FAQ
Is the Jaguar XJ or Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS better?
The choice depends on your preference for petrol performance versus electric efficiency and technology.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XJ is priced at RM 658,491, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS costs RM 798,888, a difference of RM 140,397.
How do their performance metrics compare?
The Jaguar XJ has 237 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 7.5 seconds, whereas the AMG EQS boasts 649 hp with a remarkable 0-100 km/h time of just 3.8 seconds.