Verdict
Between these two CKD GLEs, the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line is the rational Malaysian buy unless you need the bigger petrol engine. The RM30,000 gap buys the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD 127 hp, 100 Nm, a 0.5-second quicker 0–100 km/h time, a 40 km/h higher top speed and 140 litres more boot space. But the GLE400e answers with a 31.0 kWh battery, 114 km EV range and RM440 annual road tax against RM1,638.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line if you want the cheaper CKD GLE with plug-in hybrid EV range, lower road tax and the same five-seat SUV footprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD if you want the stronger 3.0-litre engine, quicker acceleration and the larger 630-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: RM498,888 for the GLE400e AMG Line; RM528,888 for the GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD
- Engine and output: 1,999 cc, 248 hp, 400 Nm; 2,999 cc, 375 hp, 500 Nm
- Electrification: 31.0 kWh battery and 114 km EV range; 0.9 kWh battery and no EV range stated
- Performance: 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s and 210 km/h top speed; 5.6 s and 250 km/h
- Boot space: 490 litres; 630 litres
- Road tax: RM440 per year; RM1,638 per year
GLE400e AMG Line
- 114 km EV range from a 31.0 kWh battery
- RM440 annual road tax
- RM30,000 cheaper to buy
- 490-litre boot is smaller
- 6.1-second 0–100 km/h time is slower
- 210 km/h top speed is lower
GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD
- 375 hp and 500 Nm
- Quicker 5.6-second 0–100 km/h time
- Larger 630-litre boot
- Costs RM30,000 more
- RM1,638 annual road tax
- No EV range stated
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 498,888✓ | RM 528,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance | 32-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 375 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 154 hp✓ | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | 440 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 31 kWh✓ | 0.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 114 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 1,947 mm | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 2,685 kg | 2,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/45R21 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/40R21 | 315/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/a, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Cross-drilled Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled 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 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & 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 Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades | Powered Rear Door Window Sunshades |
| Audio | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 440✓ | 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.
GLE400e AMG Line vs GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line or Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD better?
For most buyers, the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line is the smarter pick: it is cheaper, has 114 km EV range and road tax is RM440 a year. Choose the GLE 450 if you prioritise pace and boot space.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD costs RM30,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD is quicker, doing 0–100 km/h in 5.6 seconds versus 6.1 seconds for the GLE400e AMG Line. Its top speed is also higher, at 250 km/h against 210 km/h.