Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs Toyota GR86
Verdict
At RM625,888 versus RM296,000, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs more than twice as much, but it is buying a very different brief: seven seats, 355 hp, 800 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 673 km EV range. The Toyota GR86 is smaller, lighter and simpler, with a 234 hp 2.4 litre naturally aspirated engine, six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. For Malaysia, this is family-luxury EV versus focused petrol coupe, not a like-for-like spec fight.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, EV range and the full comfort and driver-assist kit.
GR86
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you want a lighter rear-wheel-drive coupe with a six-speed manual and a much lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888; Toyota GR86 RM296,000
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 355 hp/800 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp/250 Nm
- Driveline and gearbox: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV AWD single-ratio automatic; Toyota GR86 RWD 6-speed manual
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 6.1 sec/210 km/h; Toyota GR86 6.3 sec/226 km/h
- Size and weight: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 5,125 mm/2,810 kg; Toyota GR86 4,265 mm/1,291 kg
- Seats and boot: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 7 seats/195 litres; Toyota GR86 4 seats/226 litres
EQS SUV
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows
- 673 km EV range, 22 kW AC charging and 200 kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise, PRE-SAFE Brake, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera
- RM329,888 more expensive
- Much heavier at 2,810 kg versus 1,291 kg
- Lower top speed at 210 km/h versus 226 km/h
GR86
- Six-speed manual, rear-wheel drive and rear limited-slip differential
- Far lighter at 1,291 kg
- Lower road tax at RM767? No, road tax is higher than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, so the real win is the lower purchase price
- Only four seats versus seven
- No autonomous braking system or lane-keeping assist listed
- Slower 0-100 km/h at 6.3 seconds versus 6.1 seconds
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 625,888 | RM 296,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 234 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.5 |
| 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✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 226 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 226 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 18" 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 with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | LED Headlamps |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| 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, 2 Front USB |
| 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" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 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 | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 455✓ | RM 767 |
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 GR86 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Toyota GR86 better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is better for space, EV driving, safety kit and luxury equipment. The Toyota GR86 is better if you specifically want a manual, rear-wheel-drive petrol coupe.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM329,888 more than the Toyota GR86.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is quicker to 100 km/h at 6.1 seconds versus 6.3 seconds. The Toyota GR86 has the higher top speed, at 226 km/h versus 210 km/h.