Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE vs Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV
Verdict
At RM1,191,888, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is the pricier, quicker and more practical SUV here: 0-100 km/h takes 3.9 seconds, top speed is 250 km/h, and boot space is 630 litres with five seats. The RM1,088,888 Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV fights back as the luxury play, with 649 hp, 950 Nm, a 118 kWh battery, 560 km range and a four-seat rear cabin with massaging captain chairs. The RM103,000 gap does not buy more comfort tech; it buys AMG speed and luggage room.
AMG GLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if you want the faster 3.9-second SUV, five seats and a 630-litre boot more than an electric rear-seat lounge.
Maybach EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if you want a four-seat EV with 560 km range, 200 kW DC charging and far richer rear-seat hardware.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV RM1,088,888
- Propulsion: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 3,982 cc petrol hybrid with 603 hp/850 Nm plus 21 hp/250 Nm motor; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV dual motors with 649 hp/950…
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 4.4 seconds and 210 km/h
- Battery and range: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 1 kWh with no EV range figure; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 118 kWh with 560 km range
- Cabin and boot: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE five seats and 630 litres; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV four seats and 440 litres
- Size and weight: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 4,924 mm long and 2,450 kg; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV 5,125 mm long and 3,075 kg
AMG GLE
- Quicker 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time and higher 250 km/h top speed
- Five seats and a larger 630-litre boot
- 22-inch Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tyres with cross-drilled ventilated discs
- RM103,000 dearer to buy
- Annual road tax is RM1,371 higher
- Rear bench lacks the Maybach’s massaging, ventilated, memory captain seats
Maybach EQS SUV
- Lower purchase price and lower annual road tax
- 118 kWh battery with 560 km EV range
- Rear captain seats with massage, ventilation and memory, plus rear entertainment displays
- Slower 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and lower 210 km/h top speed
- Four seats and 440-litre boot limit passenger and luggage flexibility
- 3,075 kg kerb weight is 625 kg heavier
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,191,888 | RM 1,088,888✓ |
| 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 | 649 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 950 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 560 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 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds✓ | 4.4 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 | 3,075 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40R22 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35R22 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| 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+ | Self-levelling Airmatic Air Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Front Facing Airbags, 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 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 | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| 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 | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated, Massaging and Memory Functions |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Individual Twin Captain Seats with Massaging, Ventilation and Memory |
| 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 Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 Wireless Chargers, 10 USB-C Ports |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, Heated and Cooled |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof 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 | 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 |
| 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 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | 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-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 3,211 | RM 1,840✓ |
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 Maybach EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE or Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV is the better luxury buy, with lower price, lower road tax, 560 km EV range and stronger rear-seat kit. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is better if driving pace, five seats and boot space matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is RM103,000 more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV. It also costs more in annual road tax: RM3,211 versus RM1,840.
Which one is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is more practical on numbers, with five seats and 630 litres of boot space. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV has only four seats and 440 litres, but its rear captain seats are much more indulgent.