Verdict
This is a split-brain Mercedes choice: the RM999,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is the quicker, lower grand tourer, with a 1,991 cc turbo petrol-hybrid powertrain making 375 hp plus a 13 hp motor, 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 275 km/h flat out. The RM625,888 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is RM374,000 cheaper yet much larger, with seven seats, dual motors, 800 Nm, a 118 kWh battery and 673 km range. For Malaysia, the EQS SUV buys family space and EV range; the SL buys pace and a convertible body.
AMG SL
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL if you want the quicker 4.9-second, 275 km/h convertible and can accept two doors and four seats.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, 673 km EV range and a far larger 5,125 mm body for family use.
Key differences
- Powertrain output: 375 hp/480 Nm petrol-hybrid plus 13 hp motor vs 355 hp/800 Nm electric motors
- Acceleration and top speed: 4.9 seconds/275 km/h vs 6.1 seconds/210 km/h
- Battery and range: 1 kWh/no EV range vs 118 kWh/673 km
- Doors and seats: 2 doors/4 seats vs 5 doors/7 seats
- Size and weight: 4,705 mm/1,810 kg vs 5,125 mm/2,810 kg
- Boot space: 240 litres vs 195 litres
AMG SL
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time: 4.9 seconds versus 6.1 seconds
- Higher top speed: 275 km/h versus 210 km/h
- Convertible grand tourer body with 21-inch AMG forged alloys
- RM374,000 dearer while seating four instead of seven
- No rear air-con; the EQS SUV has dual-zone rear climate control
- No rear entertainment displays or rear tablet
EQS SUV
- Seven seats and five doors versus four seats and two doors
- 673 km EV range with 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging
- Rear cabin gets rear air-con, rear entertainment displays and a 7-inch rear tablet
- Slower to 100 km/h: 6.1 seconds versus 4.9 seconds
- Lower top speed: 210 km/h versus 275 km/h
- Smaller boot on paper: 195 litres versus 240 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 999,888 | RM 625,888✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Mild Hybrid Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 375 hp | — |
| Torque | 480 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 13 hp | 355 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 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 MCT 9G | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 275 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,359 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 1,810 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 240 litres✓ | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/30R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Sports Suspension | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | 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 |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | 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 | Both Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light LED Projector | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential Indicators | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 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 |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 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 | 6 |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-Speaker 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 | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 376✓ | 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 SL vs EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
For most family buyers, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the better fit: it costs RM374,000 less, seats seven and has 673 km EV range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is better if performance and a convertible body matter more than space.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is RM374,000 dearer than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.
Which is faster, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and reaches 275 km/h, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV takes 6.1 seconds and tops out at 210 km/h.