Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Verdict
At RM1,191,888 against RM625,888, these two CBU Mercedes SUVs take very different routes. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is the blunt instrument: 603 hp, 850 Nm, all-wheel drive and 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, plus a useful 630-litre boot. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is slower at 6.1 seconds, but it seats seven, has a 118.0 kWh battery and claims 673 km of EV range. For Malaysia, the RM3,211 versus RM455 road tax gap matters too.
AMG GLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if you want the harder-hitting five-seat SUV, with 603 hp, 850 Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you want seven seats, electric running and a 673 km claimed EV range for far less money upfront.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888
- Seats: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 5; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 7
- Power and acceleration: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 603 hp and 3.9 s; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 355 hp and 6.1 s
- Size: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 4,924 mm long with a 2,995 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 5,125 mm long with a 3,210 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 630 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 195 litres
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM3,211 a year; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM455 a year
AMG GLE
- Huge 603 hp and 850 Nm outputs
- Very quick 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 630-litre boot
- Costs RM566,000 more
- Only five seats
- Much higher RM3,211 annual road tax
EQS SUV
- Seven-seat cabin
- 673 km claimed EV range
- Lower RM455 annual road tax
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Much smaller 195-litre boot
- Lower 210 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,191,888 | RM 625,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 603 hp | — |
| Torque | 850 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 21 hp | 355 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 673 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-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 2,156 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,450 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control+ | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating and Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 6 |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and 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 | 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 Start |
| 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 with Contactless Opening | Contactless Boot Opening |
| 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 |
| 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 | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 3,211 | RM 455✓ |
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 EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is better for outright performance and boot space. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is better for seven-seat use, EV range and lower road tax. The right pick depends on whether speed or electric family use matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE costs RM566,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, based on RM1,191,888 versus RM625,888.
Which one is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV takes 6.1 seconds.