Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the harder-hitting EV, with four motors producing 579 hp and 1,164 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time. It also carries 667 litres of luggage. But Malaysian buyers pay RM958,888 against RM575,000 for the Porsche Macan Electric, while accepting a 473-km range, 200-kW DC charging and RM1,340 annual road tax. The Porsche reaches 641 km, charges at 270 kW and costs RM455 a year in road tax. Its 355 hp rear-drive layout is slower, but it is the rational pick for distance and daily use.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want 579 hp, 1,164 Nm, all-wheel drive and the larger 667-litre boot.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you want 641 km of range, 270-kW DC charging and a RM383,888 lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- EV range: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 473 km; Porsche Macan Electric 641 km.
- DC charging: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 200 kW; Porsche Macan Electric 270 kW.
- Output: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 579 hp and 1,164 Nm; Porsche Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and 180 km/h; Porsche Macan Electric 5.7 seconds and 220 km/h.
- Weight and boot space: Mercedes-Benz G-Class 3,085 kg and 667 litres; Porsche Macan Electric 2,295 kg and 540 litres.
G-Class
- 579 hp and 1,164 Nm from four motors
- All-wheel drive and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- 667-litre boot, plus heated memory front seats and a sunroof
- 473-km range trails the Porsche's 641 km
- 200-kW DC charging is lower than the Porsche's 270 kW
- Costs RM383,888 more and has RM885 higher annual road tax
Macan Electric
- 641-km EV range from a 100-kWh battery
- 270-kW DC charging and 800V architecture
- Powered contactless boot, auto parking and head-up display
- 355 hp and 563 Nm fall well short of the G-Class' 579 hp and 1,164 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive versus the G-Class' all-wheel drive
- 540-litre boot is 127 litres smaller than the G-Class'
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM958,888 | RM575,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,340 | RM455✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 4 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 579 hp✓ | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,164 Nm✓ | 563 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 116 kWh✓ | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 473 km | 641 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | 270 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Two-speed Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 220 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 3,085 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/50R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/50R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Azenis FK520 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Suspension | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| 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, 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 Manufacturer | 4 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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G-Class vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The Porsche Macan Electric is better for most Malaysian EV buyers because it travels 168 km further per charge, accepts 70 kW more DC charging power and costs far less. Choose the G-Class for its much stronger four-motor all-wheel-drive performance and larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM958,888 and the Porsche Macan Electric costs RM575,000, so the difference is RM383,888 in favour of the Porsche.
Which one is better for long-distance EV travel?
The Porsche Macan Electric is better for longer trips on paper. Its 641-km range is 168 km ahead of the G-Class' 473 km, and its 270-kW DC charging rate exceeds the G-Class' 200 kW.