Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
Verdict
At RM873,888, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe undercuts the RM999,888 Mercedes-Benz GLS by RM126,000 and is the keener driver’s choice: 429 hp, 560 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds versus 362 hp, 500 Nm and 6.1 seconds. The GLS answers with space, seven seats, a 3,135 mm wheelbase, 90-litre tank, AIRMATIC with ADS PLUS and rear entertainment. Pick the Coupe for pace and front-seat kit; pick the GLS if the family needs the third row.
AMG GLE Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe if you want the quicker, cheaper car, with 429 hp, 560 Nm, 5.0-second acceleration and front seats with massage, heating and ventilation.
GLS
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLS if you need seven seats, a larger body, AIRMATIC air suspension and rear-seat entertainment more than outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe RM873,888; Mercedes-Benz GLS RM999,888
- Output: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 429 hp/560 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLS 362 hp/500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 5.0 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLS 6.1 seconds
- Size: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 4,939 mm long/2,935 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz GLS 5,207 mm long/3,135 mm wheelbase
- Seats and boot: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 5 seats/655 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLS 7 seats/355 litres
- Fuel tank: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 65 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLS 90 litres
AMG GLE Coupe
- RM126,000 less expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Stronger 429 hp and 560 Nm outputs, plus a quicker 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Front seats add 18-way adjustment, memory, massage, heating and ventilation
- Only five seats versus seven in the Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Smaller 65-litre fuel tank versus 90 litres
- No AIRMATIC air suspension or rear-seat entertainment listed
GLS
- Seven seats with sliding 40:20:40 second row and 50:50 split-folding third row
- Longer 5,207 mm body and 3,135 mm wheelbase
- AIRMATIC with ADS PLUS, soft-close doors, rear entertainment and powered rear door window shades
- Costs RM126,000 more
- Less power and torque at 362 hp and 500 Nm
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time and smaller listed 355-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 873,888✓ | RM 999,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin turbochargers and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 429 hp✓ | 362 hp |
| Torque | 560 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,939 mm | 5,207 mm |
| Width | 2,010 mm | 2,157 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm | 3,135 mm |
| Weight | 2,325 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 655 litres✓ | 355 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40ZR22 | 285/45R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35ZR22 | 285/45R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Sports Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 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 with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) | 12.3" MBUX, COMAND Controller, Touchpad, Burmester Sound System with 13 Speakers (590W) and rear seat individual entertainment system, including two 11.6-inch monitors with wireless headphones, rear center armrest control/USB/audio interface |
| 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless 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 | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,638 | 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.
AMG GLE Coupe vs GLS FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe or Mercedes-Benz GLS better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe is better for performance and price, with 429 hp and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is better for family use, with seven seats, a longer wheelbase and AIRMATIC air suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe costs RM873,888, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS costs RM999,888. That makes the GLS RM126,000 more expensive.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe is quicker. It does 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, compared with 6.1 seconds for the Mercedes-Benz GLS. Both have a 250 km/h top speed.