Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class vs Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,948,888, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is RM2,238,888, so the sedan asks another RM290,000. For that, it gets more power, more torque and a far quicker 3.3-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a plug-in hybrid system with 31 km EV range. The AMG G-Class hits back with 667 litres of boot space, a 100-litre tank and a full-size spare. For Malaysia, this is less about badge and more about use: pace and rear-seat luxury, or SUV practicality.
AMG G-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if you want the AMG V8 in a five-door SUV with 667 litres of boot space, a 100-litre tank and a full-size spare.
AMG S-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class if you want the quicker, more powerful car with 603 hp, 900 Nm, 31 km EV range and a much richer rear-seat specification.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM2,238,888
- Output: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 577 hp/800 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 603 hp/900 Nm
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4.4 seconds/240 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 3.3 seconds/290 km/h
- Hybrid hardware: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 1 kWh battery and 20 hp motor; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 13.1 kWh battery and 188 hp motor
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 667 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 350 litres
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM3,211 per year; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM6,549 per year
AMG G-Class
- Cheaper by RM290,000
- Bigger boot at 667 litres versus 350 litres
- 100-litre fuel tank and full-size spare
- Slower 0-100 km/h time at 4.4 seconds versus 3.3 seconds
- Lower output at 577 hp and 800 Nm
- No listed EV range or AC charging
AMG S-Class
- Much quicker, with 3.3 seconds to 100 km/h and 290 km/h top speed
- Plug-in hybrid system gives 31 km EV range
- Rear seats add power adjustment, ventilation, massage, ottoman and leg rest
- Costs RM290,000 more
- Smaller 350-litre boot
- Higher annual road tax at RM6,549 versus RM3,211
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,948,888✓ | RM 2,238,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing and PHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 577 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 900 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 188 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 13.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 31 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds | 3.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 290 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 5,289 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,954 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 3,216 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 100 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 295/40R22 | 255/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/40R22 | 285/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Cross-drilled Carbon Ceramic Brakes |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Cross-drilled Carbon Ceramic Brakes |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Rear Passengers, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Left Cushion |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory, Heating and Massage Functions; Pillow Headrests; Passenger Seat Adjustment from Rear Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Power Adjustable Outer Rear Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation, Massage and One-touch Recline Functions; Folding Rear Pillow Headrests with Built-in Neck Warmers; Powered Ottoman and Leg Rest for Left Seat with Massage Function; Centre Load-through |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 4 Front USB-C, 6 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Double Sun Visors, Powered Rear Windscreen and Rear Door Window Sunshades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 11" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker Burmester 3D Surround Sound System (710 Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 3,211✓ | 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 G-Class vs AMG S-Class FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class or Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is better for performance and rear-seat luxury, with 603 hp, 900 Nm and 3.3 seconds to 100 km/h. The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is better if boot space and SUV practicality matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class costs RM2,238,888, which is RM290,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class at RM1,948,888.
Which one is more practical for luggage?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class has the bigger boot at 667 litres, compared with 350 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class. It also has a full-size spare, which the sedan does not list.
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