Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Verdict
This is a shape-and-use-case split. The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is the faster, lower coupe, with 443 hp, 650 Nm and a 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time; the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV trades that for seven seats, a 118.0 kWh battery and 673 km of EV range. For Malaysia, the running-cost signal is clear too: road tax is RM2,128 versus RM455. But the EQS SUV is 272 mm longer and much taller, so it asks for more parking space despite the lower tax bill.
AMG CLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if you want the quicker four-seat coupe with 443 hp, 650 Nm and a 250 km/h top speed.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, all-electric driving and a quoted 673 km range.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888
- Seating: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4 seats; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 7 seats
- Acceleration: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 0-100 km/h in 4.2 s; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 6.1 s
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 2,999 cc petrol hybrid/REV; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV dual motor electric
- Battery and range: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 1.0 kWh and no EV range figure; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 118.0 kWh and 673 km
- Size: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4,853 mm long and 1,434 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 5,125 mm long and 1,718 mm tall
AMG CLE
- Quicker 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 443 hp and 650 Nm
- Larger 420-litre boot figure
- Only four seats
- Higher RM2,128 yearly road tax
- Shorter 2-year warranty
EQS SUV
- Seven-seat cabin
- 673 km quoted EV range
- Lower RM455 yearly road tax
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 210 km/h top speed
- Smaller 195-litre boot figure
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 722,888 | RM 625,888✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | — |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 443 hp | — |
| Torque | 650 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | 2200 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 355 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 673 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,853 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 2,042 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,434 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,000 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres✓ | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/35R20 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 6 |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 2,128 | RM 455✓ |
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.
AMG CLE vs EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
The AMG CLE is better for performance, with 443 hp and 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds. The EQS SUV is better for family use, with seven seats, 673 km EV range and a lower RM455 road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM722,888, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM625,888. That makes the AMG CLE RM97,000 more expensive.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the family pick because it has seven seats versus four in the AMG CLE. The AMG CLE does have the larger stated boot figure, at 420 litres versus 195 litres.