Verdict
At RM873,888 against RM1,229,888, the GLE 63S asks another RM356,000 for a much bigger hit: 603 hp and 850 Nm versus 429 hp and 560 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h from 5.0 to 3.9 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer, that is a clear AMG performance premium, not a practicality upgrade. Both keep the same 250 km/h top speed, 655-litre boot, five-seat cabin and major comfort kit, so the GLE 53 is the saner buy unless the V8 shove is the point.
GLE 53 4Matic+
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 53 4Matic+ if you want the same cabin, safety kit, 655-litre boot and 250 km/h top speed for RM356,000 less.
GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe if you want 603 hp, 850 Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time, and can live with the bigger bill.
Key differences
- Price: RM873,888 for the GLE 53; RM1,229,888 for the GLE 63S
- Engine capacity: 2,999 cc inline unit in the GLE 53; 3,982 cc V unit in the GLE 63S
- Output: 429 hp and 560 Nm in the GLE 53; 603 hp and 850 Nm in the GLE 63S
- Electric assist: 20 hp and 200 Nm in the GLE 53; 21 hp and 250 Nm in the GLE 63S
- 0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds for the GLE 53; 3.9 seconds for the GLE 63S
- Road tax: RM1,638 a year for the GLE 53; RM3,211 a year for the GLE 63S
GLE 53 4Matic+
- RM356,000 cheaper than the GLE 63S
- Same 655-litre boot, five seats and 65-litre fuel tank
- Same key kit, including 18-way powered front seats with massage, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control with stop and go
- 174 hp and 290 Nm down on the GLE 63S
- 1.1 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h
- Uses regular 9G-Tronic instead of AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic
GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe
- 603 hp and 850 Nm from the 3,982 cc twin-turbo V engine
- Quicker 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic transmission
- Costs RM356,000 more than the GLE 53
- Road tax is RM3,211 a year versus RM1,638
- Top speed remains the same at 250 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 873,888✓ | RM 1,229,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | 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 | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 429 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 850 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 21 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 0.9 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | AMG Speedshift TCT 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 | 3.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,939 mm | 4,939 mm |
| Width | 2,010 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm | 2,935 mm |
| Weight | 2,325 kg | 2,325 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 655 litres | 655 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40ZR22 | 285/40ZR22 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35ZR22 | 325/35ZR22 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Cross-drilled Disc | Ventilated Cross-drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam | 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 | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 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 |
| 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" 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 with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with 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, 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,638✓ | RM 3,211 |
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.
GLE 53 4Matic+ vs GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 53 4Matic+ or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe better?
The GLE 63S is better for outright pace, with 603 hp, 850 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. The GLE 53 is better value because it keeps the same size, boot space and major equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe costs RM356,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 53 4Matic+.
Do they differ in cabin space or practicality?
No. Both are 4,939 mm long, seat five, have a 655-litre boot and use the same 65-litre fuel tank. The real differences are powertrain, acceleration, transmission name, tyres, price and road tax.