Mercedes-Benz EQC vs Porsche Macan Electric
Verdict
At RM393,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQC is RM36,112 cheaper and its dual-motor all-wheel drive layout gives it the harder launch: 402 hp and 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. The RM430,000 Porsche Macan Electric answers with the numbers that matter most for daily EV use in Malaysia: a 100.0 kWh battery, 641 km range, 540-litre boot, nine airbags and an eight-year warranty. The EQC is the quicker, cheaper SUV; the Macan Electric is the longer-legged one.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQC if you want the lower price, dual-motor all-wheel drive and the quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if range, boot space, warranty cover and a higher 220 km/h top speed matter more than the RM36,112 saving.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQC RM393,888; Porsche Macan Electric RM430,000
- Power and drive: Mercedes-Benz EQC 402 hp dual-motor AWD; Porsche Macan Electric 355 hp single-motor RWD
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQC 5.1 s; Porsche Macan Electric 5.7 s
- Battery and range: Mercedes-Benz EQC 80.0 kWh, 437 km; Porsche Macan Electric 100.0 kWh, 641 km
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQC 495 L; Porsche Macan Electric 540 L
- Warranty and road tax: Mercedes-Benz EQC 2 years, RM545/year; Porsche Macan Electric 8 years, RM455/year
EQC
- Cheaper by RM36,112
- Quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive
- Shorter 437 km EV range
- Smaller 495-litre boot
- Shorter 2-year warranty
Macan Electric
- Long 641 km EV range
- Larger 100.0 kWh battery
- Eight-year warranty
- Costs RM36,112 more
- Slower 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Single-motor rear-wheel drive only
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 393,888✓ | RM 430,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm✓ | 563 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Nickel Manganese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | 80.0 kWh | 100 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 437 km | 641 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110.0 kW | 270 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 220 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,761 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,884 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 2,175 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| 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, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag |
| 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen MBUX with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, with contactless operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Available, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | 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.
EQC vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQC or Porsche Macan Electric better?
On paper, the Porsche Macan Electric is the stronger all-round EV SUV thanks to its 641 km range, 100.0 kWh battery, 540-litre boot, nine airbags and eight-year warranty. The Mercedes-Benz EQC fights back with a lower price, AWD and quicker acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQC costs RM393,888, while the Porsche Macan Electric costs RM430,000. That makes the Porsche RM36,112 more expensive.
Which one has the longer EV range?
The Porsche Macan Electric goes further, with a rated 641 km range from its 100.0 kWh battery. The Mercedes-Benz EQC is rated at 437 km from an 80.0 kWh battery.