Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde vs E350e AMG Line
Verdict
At RM355,888 versus RM418,888, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line asks RM63,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde. The gap does not buy a bigger petrol engine: both use a 1,999 cc unit rated at 201 hp and 320 Nm. It buys plug-in hybrid ability, a 25.4 kWh battery, 118 km of EV range and a quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time. But the E200 is cleaner on practicality, with a 540-litre boot and 66-litre tank against 370 litres and 50 litres.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde if you want the better-value E-Class with the bigger boot, larger fuel tank and the same listed petrol engine output.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line if you can charge at home or work and will use its 118 km EV range often enough to justify the RM63,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: RM355,888 for the E200 Avantgarde; RM418,888 for the E350e AMG Line
- 0-100 km/h: 7.5 seconds for the E200 Avantgarde; 6.4 seconds for the E350e AMG Line
- Battery: 1.0 kWh in the E200 Avantgarde; 25.4 kWh in the E350e AMG Line
- EV range: not rated for the E200 Avantgarde; 118 km for the E350e AMG Line
- Boot space: 540 litres in the E200 Avantgarde; 370 litres in the E350e AMG Line
- Fuel tank: 66 litres in the E200 Avantgarde; 50 litres in the E350e AMG Line
E200 Avantgarde
- RM63,000 cheaper to buy
- Larger 540-litre boot
- Bigger 66-litre fuel tank
- Slower 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- No quoted EV range
- Much smaller 1.0 kWh battery
E350e AMG Line
- 118 km quoted EV range
- Quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Large 25.4 kWh plug-in hybrid battery
- RM63,000 dearer
- Boot drops to 370 litres
- Smaller 50-litre fuel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 355,888✓ | RM 418,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | 127 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 25.4 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 118 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 55 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 236 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | 2,190 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 370 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 275/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 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 | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Rear Window and Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System | 14.4" Superscreen MBUX Multimedia with Front Passenger Screen, Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, 21 Speaker Burmester 4D Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (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 | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 380 | RM 380 |
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.
E200 Avantgarde vs E350e AMG Line FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde or Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line better?
The E350e AMG Line is the quicker and more electrified car, with 118 km EV range. The E200 Avantgarde is the better buy if you value boot space, tank range and upfront cost more than plug-in hybrid driving.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line costs RM418,888, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde costs RM355,888. That makes the E350e AMG Line RM63,000 more expensive.
Does the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line lose boot space?
Yes. The E350e AMG Line has a 370-litre boot, while the E200 Avantgarde has 540 litres. The plug-in hybrid also has a smaller 50-litre fuel tank versus 66 litres in the E200.