Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS vs Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS is the rational Malaysian buy here: RM798,888 versus RM2,238,888 leaves a RM1,440,000 gap, and it still gives you 649 hp, all-wheel drive, 3.8 seconds to 100 km/h and a 571 km EV range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is quicker at 3.3 seconds and runs to 290 km/h, but its plug-in hybrid EV range is just 31 km and boot space drops to 350 litres. For daily use, the EQS looks far easier to justify.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS if you want the lower purchase price, 571 km electric range and the bigger 610-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class if you want the quicker 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time, 290 km/h top speed and petrol plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS RM798,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM2,238,888
- Power: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 649 hp; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 603 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 3.8 s; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 3.3 s
- EV range: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 571 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 31 km
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 610 L; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 350 L
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS RM1,840/year; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM6,549/year
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 798,888✓ | RM 2,238,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine | Dual motor | 3,982 cc |
| Power | 649 hp✓ | 603 hp |
| Torque | — | 900 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.3 s✓ |
| Top speed | 220 km/h | 290 km/h✓ |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 108.4 kWh✓ | 13.1 kWh |
| EV range | 571 km✓ | 31 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,216 mm | 5,289 mm |
| Width | 1,926 mm | 1,954 mm |
| Height | 1,512 mm | 1,503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 3,216 mm |
| Boot space | 610 L✓ | 350 L |
| Fuel tank | — | 90 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 11 | 12✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 4 | 4 |
| Road tax / year | RM 1,840✓ | RM 6,549 |
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 EQS
- RM1,440,000 cheaper to buy
- 571 km EV range
- 610-litre boot
- Slower 3.8-second century sprint
- 220 km/h top speed trails the S-Class
- 11 airbags versus 12
AMG S-Class
- Quicker 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 290 km/h top speed
- 900 Nm torque figure listed
- RM2,238,888 price is far higher
- 31 km EV range
- 350-litre boot
AMG EQS vs AMG S-Class FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS or Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class better?
For most Malaysian buyers, the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS is the better buy because it costs RM1,440,000 less, has 571 km EV range and a 610-litre boot. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class only if its 3.3-second sprint and 290 km/h top speed matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class costs RM2,238,888, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS costs RM798,888. That makes the S-Class RM1,440,000 more expensive before looking at running costs.
Which one is faster?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is faster on paper. It does 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and reaches 290 km/h, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS takes 3.8 seconds and tops out at 220 km/h.