Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Verdict
At RM1,191,888 against RM999,888, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE asks RM192,000 more and pays it back in pace: 603 hp, 850 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds versus 362 hp, 500 Nm and 6.1 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is the more family-shaped buy, with seven seats, a 3,135 mm wheelbase and more rear-seat hardware. Both are all-wheel-drive, nine-speed SUVs with 250 km/h top speeds, so the real split is AMG performance against GLS space and comfort kit.
AMG GLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if you want the much quicker SUV and can live with five seats, higher road tax and the RM192,000 premium.
GLS
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLS if you need seven seats, a longer cabin and stronger rear-seat equipment for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Mercedes-Benz GLS RM999,888
- Output: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 603 hp/850 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLS 362 hp/500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 3.9 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLS 6.1 seconds
- Seats: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 5; Mercedes-Benz GLS 7
- Wheelbase: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 2,995 mm; Mercedes-Benz GLS 3,135 mm
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM3,211/year; Mercedes-Benz GLS RM1,638/year
AMG GLE
- Far stronger 3,982 cc twin-turbo V8 with mild hybrid assistance
- Much quicker 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 630-litre boot than the Mercedes-Benz GLS' 355 litres
- Costs RM192,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Five seats only, versus seven in the Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Higher annual road tax: RM3,211 versus RM1,638
GLS
- Seven-seat cabin with a sliding second row and split-folding third row
- Longer 5,207 mm body and 3,135 mm wheelbase
- Rear-seat entertainment system with two 11.6-inch monitors and wireless headphones
- Much slower to 100 km/h: 6.1 seconds versus 3.9 seconds
- Lower output at 362 hp and 500 Nm
- Smaller 355-litre boot figure versus 630 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,191,888 | RM 999,888✓ |
| 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 | 24-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin turbochargers and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 362 hp |
| Torque | 850 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 21 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 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 | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 5,207 mm |
| Width | 2,156 mm | 2,157 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,135 mm |
| Weight | 2,450 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 355 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| 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 Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 Sports Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| 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 with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| 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 | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 12.3" MBUX, COMAND Controller, Touchpad, Burmester Sound System with 13 Speakers (590W) and rear seat individual entertainment system, including two 11.6-inch monitors with wireless headphones, rear center armrest control/USB/audio interface |
| 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 with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| 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, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 3,211 | RM 1,638✓ |
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 GLS FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE or Mercedes-Benz GLS better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is better for performance, with 603 hp and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is better for family use, with seven seats, a longer wheelbase and stronger rear-seat equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE costs RM192,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLS. It is priced at RM1,191,888, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is RM999,888.
Which SUV has more space?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS has more passenger capacity with seven seats and a 3,135 mm wheelbase. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE has only five seats, but its boot figure is larger at 630 litres versus 355 litres.