Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs Toyota GR Supra
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV asks RM625,888, which is RM72,112 less than the RM698,000 Toyota GR Supra, yet it is the far bigger and more usable car: seven seats, all-wheel drive, a 118.0 kWh battery and 673 km EV range. The Supra is the driver’s car here, with 383 hp, rear-wheel drive, a manual gearbox and 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. For Malaysia, this is really space and low road tax against pace and petrol-car involvement.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and 673 km of electric range with RM455 annual road tax.
GR Supra
Pick the Toyota GR Supra if you want a two-seat rear-wheel-drive coupe with a manual gearbox and 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888; Toyota GR Supra RM698,000
- Seating: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 7 seats; Toyota GR Supra 2 seats
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV dual motor electric; Toyota GR Supra 2,998 cc petrol
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 0-100 km/h in 6.1 s; Toyota GR Supra 0-100 km/h in 4.4 s
- Size: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 5,125 mm long with 3,210 mm wheelbase; Toyota GR Supra 4,379 mm long with 2,470 mm wheelbase
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM455/year; Toyota GR Supra RM2,125/year
EQS SUV
- Seven seats instead of two
- 673 km EV range from a 118.0 kWh battery
- RM455 annual road tax
- Slower to 100 km/h at 6.1 seconds
- Lower 210 km/h top speed
- Only 195 litres of boot space
GR Supra
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Manual gearbox with rear-wheel drive
- 290-litre boot is larger than the EQS SUV’s 195 litres
- Only two seats
- RM2,125 annual road tax
- Costs RM72,112 more
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 625,888✓ | RM 698,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 383 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 355 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 118 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 673 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 4,379 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 1,854 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,294 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 2,470 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 1,570 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 290 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 255/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | Michelin Pilot Super Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 19" 5 Twin Spoke Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 19" 5 Twin Spoke Two-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | Adaptive Variable Suspension, Electronically Controlled Limited-slip Differential, Front Performance Rod |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings | 8-way Power Adjustable with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 8.8" Touchscreen Navigation System with Bluetooth, USB, AUX, Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 455✓ | RM 2,125 |
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.
EQS SUV vs GR Supra FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Toyota GR Supra better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is better for daily family use, with seven seats, all-wheel drive and 673 km EV range. The Toyota GR Supra is better for driving, with a manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Supra costs RM72,112 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.
Which is faster, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Toyota GR Supra?
The Toyota GR Supra is faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and reaches 250 km/h, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV takes 6.1 seconds and tops out at 210 km/h.