Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe
Verdict
At RM958,888, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is RM85,000 dearer than the RM873,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe, but it buys the full EV setup: four motors, 579 hp, a 116.0 kWh battery and 473 km of range. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, 4.7 seconds plays 5.0 seconds. The AMG GLE Coupe counters with a much higher 250 km/h top speed, a longer wheelbase and a petrol-hybrid 2,999 cc six-cylinder format.
G-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want the quicker electric SUV, more power, longer warranty and a slightly larger boot.
AMG GLE Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe if you want the lower-priced petrol-hybrid SUV with the higher top speed and longer body.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe RM873,888
- Power: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 579 hp; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 429 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4.7 s; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 5.0 s
- Top speed: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 180 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 250 km/h
- Size: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4,613 mm long, 1,969 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 4,939 mm long, 1,730 mm tall
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 667 L; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 655 L
G-Class
- Four-motor EV with 579 hp
- 473 km EV range from 116.0 kWh battery
- Four-year warranty
- Costs RM85,000 more
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
- Shorter 2,890 mm wheelbase
AMG GLE Coupe
- Lower RM873,888 price
- Higher 250 km/h top speed
- Longer 2,935 mm wheelbase
- 429 hp trails the G-Class
- Smaller 655 L boot
- Two-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 958,888 | RM 873,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 429 hp |
| Torque | — | 560 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 4 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 579 hp✓ | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,164 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 116 kWh✓ | 0.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 473 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,939 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 2,935 mm |
| Weight | 3,085 kg | 2,325 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 655 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/50R20 | 285/40ZR22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/50R20 | 325/35ZR22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Azenis FK520 | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Cross-drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| 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, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| 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 | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,340✓ | RM 1,638 |
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.
G-Class vs AMG GLE Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe better?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is better for EV performance: 579 hp, 4.7 seconds to 100 km/h and 473 km range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe suits buyers who prefer petrol-hybrid use and a 250 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM85,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe.
Which one is more practical?
They are close. Both seat five, but the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has 667 litres of boot space against the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe’s 655 litres. The AMG GLE Coupe is longer, wider and has a longer wheelbase.