Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQB costs RM338,888 against RM363,888 for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA, so the electric seven-seater starts RM25,000 lower. It gives you dual-motor AWD, 288 hp, a 66.5 kWh battery and 423 km of EV range, plus the longer 2,829 mm wheelbase. The AMG GLA is the quicker car: 302 hp, 400 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and a 250 km/h top speed. The EQB suits extra seats and EV running; the AMG GLA suits pace.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQB if you want seven seats, 423 km of EV range and a lower RM338,888 price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA if you want the quicker 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time, 250 km/h top speed and petrol-hybrid convenience.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQB RM338,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA RM363,888
- Seats: Mercedes-Benz EQB 7; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 5
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz EQB dual motor electric; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 1,991 cc petrol hybrid/REV
- Output: Mercedes-Benz EQB 288 hp; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 302 hp and 400 Nm
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQB 0-100 km/h in 6.2 s, 160 km/h top speed; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 5.2 s, 250 km/h
- Size and boot: Mercedes-Benz EQB 4,684 mm long with 405 L boot; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 4,410 mm long with 435 L boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 338,888✓ | RM 363,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Engine | Dual motor | 1,991 cc |
| Power | 288 hp | 302 hp✓ |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.2 s✓ |
| Top speed | 160 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 66.5 kWh✓ | 1.0 kWh |
| EV range | 423 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,684 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,667 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,829 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Boot space | 405 L | 435 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | — | 43 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 4✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 305✓ | RM 436 |
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.
EQB
- Seven seats versus five
- 423 km EV range from a 66.5 kWh battery
- Longer 2,829 mm wheelbase
- Slower 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 160 km/h top speed
- Shorter 2-year warranty
AMG GLA
- Quicker 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 250 km/h top speed
- Larger 435 L boot
- Costs RM25,000 more
- Five seats only
- Higher RM436 yearly road tax
EQB vs AMG GLA FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQB or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is better for seven-seat use and EV driving. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is better for pace, with 302 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA costs RM363,888, while the Mercedes-Benz EQB costs RM338,888. That makes the AMG GLA RM25,000 more expensive.
Which one is faster?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and reaches 250 km/h, compared with 6.2 seconds and 160 km/h for the Mercedes-Benz EQB.