Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE vs Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV
Verdict
At RM722,888 versus RM1,088,888, the AMG CLE is RM366,000 cheaper and is actually the quicker car to 100 km/h, doing it in 4.2 seconds against 4.4 seconds. It also runs on petrol hybrid hardware, so it suits buyers not ready to plan around charging. The Maybach EQS SUV answers with a 649 hp dual-motor EV setup, a 118.0 kWh battery and 560 km of range. It is bigger, has a longer 3,210 mm wheelbase and gets 11 airbags, but it tops out at 210 km/h.
AMG CLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if you want the lower price, the quicker 0-100 km/h time and the higher 250 km/h top speed.
Maybach EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if you want a full EV with 560 km range, more power and the larger luxury SUV footprint.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV RM1,088,888
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 2,999 cc petrol hybrid/REV; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV dual motor electric
- Power: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 443 hp; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 649 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4.2 s; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 4.4 s
- Battery and range: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 1.0 kWh with no EV range stated; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 118.0 kWh with 560 km EV range
- Wheelbase and boot: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 2,875 mm and 420 L; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 3,210 mm and 440 L
AMG CLE
- RM366,000 cheaper to buy
- Quicker 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 250 km/h top speed
- Lower 443 hp output
- Smaller 420-litre boot
- Shorter 2-year warranty
Maybach EQS SUV
- 649 hp dual-motor electric powertrain
- 560 km EV range from a 118.0 kWh battery
- 11 airbags and 4-year warranty
- RM366,000 more expensive
- Slower 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 210 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 722,888✓ | RM 1,088,888 |
| 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 | 649 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 950 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 560 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 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 seconds✓ | 4.4 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 | 3,075 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/35R20 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| 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 | Self-levelling Airmatic Air Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Front Facing Airbags, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated, Massaging and Memory Functions |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Individual Twin Captain Seats with Massaging, Ventilation and Memory |
| 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 Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 Wireless Chargers, 10 USB-C Ports |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, Heated and Cooled |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| 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 |
| 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 Opening, Powered Boot |
| 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 2,128 | 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.
AMG CLE vs Maybach EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE or Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV better?
The AMG CLE is better for performance value: it is cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h and has a higher top speed. The Maybach EQS SUV is better if you want electric driving, 560 km range, more power and a larger luxury SUV body.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV costs RM1,088,888, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM722,888. That makes the Maybach EQS SUV RM366,000 more expensive.
Which one is faster from 0-100 km/h?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is faster, with a 0-100 km/h time of 4.2 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV takes 4.4 seconds, despite having more power at 649 hp.