Verdict
At RM367,888, the CKD E-Class is RM281,000 cheaper than the RM648,888 CBU EQS, yet both are rear-wheel-drive five-seat sedans with four-year unlimited-mileage warranties. The EQS earns its premium with a 107.8-kWh battery, 782 km claimed EV range, 328 hp and 565 Nm motor output, reaching 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. It is also roomier at 5,216 mm long with a 3,210-mm wheelbase and a 610-litre boot. But for Malaysian buyers who do not need EV charging, the E-Class is the rational executive-sedan buy.
E-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you want the RM281,000 saving, a 66-litre petrol tank and the higher 240-km/h top speed.
EQS
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS if you want 782 km of claimed electric range, a 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially richer rear-seat equipment.
Key differences
- Price: E-Class RM367,888; EQS RM648,888.
- Performance: E-Class 201 hp/320 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; EQS 328 hp/565 Nm and 6.2 seconds.
- Energy: E-Class 66-litre petrol tank; EQS 107.8-kWh battery, 782 km range, 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
- Size: E-Class 4,949 mm long with a 2,961-mm wheelbase; EQS 5,216 mm and 3,210 mm.
- Boot space: E-Class 540 litres; EQS 610 litres.
- Wheels: E-Class 19-inch alloys; EQS 21-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloys.
E-Class
- RM281,000 less expensive
- 240 km/h top speed versus 210 km/h
- 66-litre petrol tank and CKD Malaysian assembly
- Slower 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.2 seconds
- Smaller 540-litre boot versus 610 litres
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or rear-seat ventilation
EQS
- 782 km claimed EV range from a 107.8-kWh battery
- 328 hp and 565 Nm motor output
- Heated, ventilated power-adjustable rear seats and extensive rear entertainment
- RM281,000 more expensive
- Heavier at 2,480 kg versus 1,825 kg
- Lower 210 km/h top speed versus 240 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM367,888✓ | RM648,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | 328 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 107.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 782 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 5,216 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,926 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | 2,480 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres | 610 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 265/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Seat Belt Bag |
| 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 | 5 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, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side, Driver Attention Monitor with Eye Tracking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power-adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Power-adjustable Rear Seats, Heated and Ventilated, 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 6 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | 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 | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear MBUX Interior Assistant, Fingerprint Scanner, Front and Rear Qi Wireless Chargers, Rear Wireless Headsets |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
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.
Used E-Class & EQS for sale
E-Class vs EQS FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Mercedes-Benz EQS better?
The EQS is better for electric range, acceleration, rear-seat amenities and luggage capacity. The E-Class is the better buy if RM367,888 suits your budget more than the EQS’s RM648,888 price and you prefer a petrol-hybrid powertrain.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS costs RM281,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: RM648,888 against RM367,888.
Which Mercedes-Benz sedan is quicker?
The EQS is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 6.2 seconds against the E-Class’s 7.5 seconds. The E-Class has the higher top speed, however, at 240 km/h versus 210 km/h.