Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is the quicker, cheaper car on paper: RM722,888, 443 hp and 650 Nm get it from 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, against the Mercedes-Benz GLS at RM999,888, 362 hp, 500 Nm and 6.1 seconds. But the GLS is the family answer, with seven seats, a 5,207 mm body, 3,135 mm wheelbase, 90-litre tank and four-year warranty. The CLE even lists the bigger boot at 420 litres versus 355 litres, so this is mainly pace versus seats.
AMG CLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if you want the faster four-seat coupe, lower purchase price and stronger 443 hp/650 Nm output.
GLS
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLS if you need seven seats, a longer wheelbase, a larger fuel tank and the longer four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888; Mercedes-Benz GLS RM999,888
- Seats: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4; Mercedes-Benz GLS 7
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 443 hp/650 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLS 362 hp/500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4.2 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLS 6.1 seconds
- Size: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4,853 mm long/2,875 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz GLS 5,207 mm long/3,135 mm wheelbase
- Boot space and tank: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 420 litres/65 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLS 355 litres/90 litres
AMG CLE
- Much quicker 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 443 hp and 650 Nm outputs
- Lower RM722,888 price
- Only four seats
- Shorter two-year warranty
- Higher RM2,128 annual road tax
GLS
- Seven-seat SUV layout
- Longer four-year warranty
- Larger 90-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM277,000 more
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower listed boot space at 355 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 722,888✓ | RM 999,888 |
| 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 | 24-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin turbochargers and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 443 hp✓ | 362 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | 2200 | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 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 | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,853 mm | 5,207 mm |
| Width | 2,042 mm | 2,157 mm |
| Height | 1,434 mm | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 3,135 mm |
| Weight | 2,000 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres✓ | 355 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/35R20 | 285/45R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 285/45R22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| 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 Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Sports Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| 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 with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System | 12.3" MBUX, COMAND Controller, Touchpad, Burmester Sound System with 13 Speakers (590W) and rear seat individual entertainment system, including two 11.6-inch monitors with wireless headphones, rear center armrest control/USB/audio interface |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| 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, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 2,128 | RM 1,638✓ |
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 GLS FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE or Mercedes-Benz GLS better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is better for performance and price, with 443 hp and 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is better for family use, with seven seats, a longer wheelbase and a four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS costs RM277,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE, at RM999,888 versus RM722,888.
Which one is faster?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS takes 6.1 seconds. Both have a 250 km/h top speed.