Mercedes-Benz EQC vs Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe
Verdict
At RM393,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQC is RM32,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe, yet it has 402 hp, all-wheel drive and a quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time. It also gives you 437 km of EV range from an 80.0 kWh battery. The GLC Coupe answers with a higher 246 km/h top speed, a larger 545-litre boot, a 4-year warranty and a 62-litre petrol tank to back up its 131 km electric range. For Malaysia, this is charging confidence versus petrol safety net.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQC if you want the cheaper, quicker full EV with 437 km of electric range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you want plug-in hybrid flexibility, more boot space and a longer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQC RM393,888; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888
- Power: Mercedes-Benz EQC 402 hp; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 201 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQC 5.1 s; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 6.3 s
- EV range: Mercedes-Benz EQC 437 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 131 km
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQC 495 L; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 L
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz EQC 2 years; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 4 years
EQC
- RM32,000 cheaper to buy
- Quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Longer 437 km electric range
- Smaller 495-litre boot
- Shorter 2-year warranty
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
GLC Coupe
- Larger 545-litre boot
- Higher 246 km/h top speed
- 4-year warranty
- Costs RM32,000 more
- Lower 201 hp output
- Shorter 131 km electric range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 393,888✓ | RM 425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 80.0 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 437 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 1 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,761 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,884 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,175 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front 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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen MBUX with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester 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 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, with contactless operation | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Available, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | 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 Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | RM 440✓ |
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.
EQC vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQC or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQC is better for EV range and acceleration, with 437 km and 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe is better if you need a 545-litre boot, petrol backup and a 4-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQC costs RM393,888, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM425,888. That makes the GLC Coupe RM32,000 more expensive.
Which has more electric range?
The Mercedes-Benz EQC has more electric range at 437 km from its 80.0 kWh battery. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe plug-in hybrid has 131 km of EV range from a 31.2 kWh battery.