Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is the saner Malaysian buy if one car has to do family duty: it costs RM897,000 less, has five seats, a 630-litre boot and a 4-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is the sharper weapon, with 630 hp, 900 Nm, 2.9 seconds to 100 km/h and a 316 km/h top speed. But the extra pace comes with four seats, 456 litres of boot space and RM6,549 annual road tax.
AMG GLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if you want the AMG V8 hit with SUV space, five seats, a bigger boot and much lower running tax.
AMG GT 4-Door
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door if straight-line pace matters most and you accept paying far more for 2.9-second acceleration and a 316 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM2,088,888
- Output: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 603 hp/850 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 630 hp/900 Nm
- Acceleration/top speed: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2.9 seconds and 316 km/h
- Seats/boot: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 5 seats and 630 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 4 seats and 456 litres
- Size/weight: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 4,924 mm long and 2,450 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 5,054 mm long and 2,158 kg
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM3,211 per year; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM6,549 per year
AMG GLE
- RM897,000 cheaper before running costs
- Five seats and 630-litre boot make it the more useful family AMG
- 4-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Slower: 3.9 seconds to 100 km/h versus 2.9 seconds
- Lower top speed at 250 km/h versus 316 km/h
- Heavier at 2,450 kg versus 2,158 kg
AMG GT 4-Door
- Much quicker, with 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds
- Higher 630 hp and 900 Nm outputs
- Lighter by 292 kg despite being longer
- RM897,000 more expensive to buy
- Four seats and 456-litre boot limit practicality versus the AMG GLE
- Annual road tax is RM6,549 versus RM3,211
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,191,888✓ | RM 2,088,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| 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 with direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 603 hp | 630 hp✓ |
| Torque | 850 Nm | 900 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 8.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 21 hp | 204 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | — | 12 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 316 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 5,054 mm |
| Width | 2,156 mm | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,951 mm |
| Weight | 2,450 kg | 2,158 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 456 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40R22 | 275/35R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35R22 | 315/30R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control+ | AMG Ride Control+, Adaptive dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating and Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Front and Rear |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 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 GLE vs AMG GT 4-Door FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE or Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door better?
For daily Malaysian use, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is the better all-rounder thanks to five seats, a 630-litre boot and lower road tax. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is better only if maximum performance is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door costs RM2,088,888, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE costs RM1,191,888. That makes the GT 4-Door RM897,000 more expensive.
Which one is faster?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and reaches 316 km/h, compared with 3.9 seconds and 250 km/h for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE.