Verdict
The RM37,000 jump from the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line to the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 500 4Matic SUV buys dual motors, all-wheel drive and 402 hp instead of 288 hp. But the numbers that Malaysian owners feel daily are less flattering: 552 km range against 596 km, RM545 road tax against RM305, and the same 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. With the same 90.6 kWh battery and 520-litre boot, the EQE 350+ is the cleaner buy unless you specifically want 4Matic traction.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line if you want the longer-range, lower-tax version and do not need all-wheel drive.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 500 4Matic SUV if you want dual-motor all-wheel drive and the extra 114 hp matters more than range and running cost.
Key differences
- Price: RM448,888 for the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; RM485,888 for the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- Motor layout: single motor in the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; dual motor in the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- Driven wheels: rear-wheel drive in the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; all-wheel drive in the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- Power: 288 hp for the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; 402 hp for the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- EV range: 596 km for the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; 552 km for the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- Road tax: RM305 a year for the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line; RM545 a year for the EQE 500 4Matic SUV
EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line
- RM37,000 cheaper to buy
- Longer 596 km EV range
- Lower RM305 annual road tax
- Single motor only
- 288 hp versus 402 hp
- Rear-wheel drive, not all-wheel drive
EQE 500 4Matic SUV
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive
- Higher 402 hp output
- Same 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time as the cheaper car
- RM37,000 more expensive
- Shorter 552 km EV range
- Higher RM545 annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 448,888✓ | RM 485,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm | 858 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 596 km✓ | 552 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AirMATIC Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering | AirMATIC Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 305✓ | RM 545 |
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.
EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line vs EQE 500 4Matic SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 500 4Matic SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line is the better buy for most Malaysians. It is cheaper, goes farther on a charge and has lower road tax, while matching the EQE 500 4Matic SUV’s 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 500 4Matic SUV costs RM485,888, which is RM37,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line at RM448,888.
Does the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV EQE 500 4Matic SUV accelerate quicker?
No. Both variants do 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and both have a 210 km/h top speed, despite the EQE 500 4Matic SUV having 402 hp versus the EQE 350+ SUV AMG Line’s 288 hp.