Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM81,240 less at RM398,888, yet delivers 288 hp, 565 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 90.6-kWh battery claims 596 km of range, with 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging for Malaysian EV use. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio counters with all-wheel drive, a 230 km/h top speed and a five-year/150,000-km warranty, but its 276 hp petrol four is slower to 100 km/h at 5.7 seconds. Boot space is effectively a draw: 525 litres versus 520 litres.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Stelvio if you want all-wheel drive, a 230 km/h top speed and a five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want the lower purchase price, 596 km claimed EV range and substantially richer cabin technology.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Stelvio RM480,128; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Performance: Stelvio 276 hp/400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds; EQE SUV 288 hp/565 Nm and 4.9 seconds.
- Driveline: Stelvio all-wheel drive; EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Energy: Stelvio has a 64-litre petrol tank; EQE SUV has a 90.6-kWh battery with 596 km claimed range.
- Dimensions: Stelvio is 4,687 mm long with a 2,818 mm wheelbase; EQE SUV is 4,863 mm long with a 3,030 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Stelvio 525 litres; EQE SUV 520 litres.
Stelvio
- All-wheel drive
- 230 km/h top speed
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- RM81,240 more expensive
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 5.7 seconds versus 4.9 seconds
- No front-seat heating or ventilation, head-up display or 360-degree camera
EQE SUV
- 596 km claimed EV range and 170-kW DC charging
- 288 hp and 565 Nm
- Heated and ventilated front seats, head-up display and 360-degree camera
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- 210 km/h top speed versus 230 km/h
- Four-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM480,128 | RM398,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp at 5,250 rpm | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,250 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,687 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,648 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,818 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear 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 outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive 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 Driver's Side Memory | 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 System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 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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Stelvio vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the stronger buy on price, acceleration, torque, EV range and equipment. Choose the Alfa Romeo Stelvio specifically for all-wheel drive, its 230 km/h top speed and the longer five-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is RM81,240 cheaper than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Which is faster, the Stelvio or EQE SUV?
The EQE SUV is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 4.9 seconds against the Stelvio's 5.7 seconds. It also produces 565 Nm, compared with 400 Nm. The Stelvio has the higher top speed: 230 km/h versus 210 km/h.
