Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 to the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe’s RM425,888, but the RM40,102 gap buys a 114 kWh battery, 582 km EV range and 170 kW DC charging. That matters if home charging is not your only plan in Malaysia. Its 402 hp dual-motor drivetrain also reaches 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, 0.7 seconds ahead of the GLC Coupe. The Mercedes counters with a 246 km/h top speed, 4-year warranty and plug-in-hybrid petrol flexibility, but its 31.2 kWh battery delivers 131 km of EV range.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want 582 km of electric range, 170 kW DC charging and a quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you want to spend RM40,102 less, retain petrol back-up and get a 4-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- Battery and EV range: Audi 114 kWh and 582 km; Mercedes 31.2 kWh and 131 km.
- Charging: Audi supports 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; Mercedes supports 11 kW AC and no DC rate is stated.
- 0-100 km/h: Audi 5.6 seconds; Mercedes 6.3 seconds.
- Top speed: Audi 200 km/h; Mercedes 246 km/h.
- Warranty: Audi 2 years plus an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Mercedes 4 years.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km EV range from a 114 kWh battery.
- 402 hp and 664 Nm from two motors; 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds.
- Adaptive air suspension, 569-litre boot and eight airbags.
- RM40,102 dearer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
- 200 km/h top speed versus 246 km/h.
GLC Coupe
- RM40,102 lower purchase price and a 4-year manufacturer warranty.
- Petrol plug-in-hybrid drivetrain with a 62-litre fuel tank.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a 15-speaker Burmester sound system.
- 131 km EV range versus the Audi’s 582 km.
- Slower 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- No stated DC charging capability; AC charging is limited to 11 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM425,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 2 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 545 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| 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 | 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 Hands-free Access |
| 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 |
| 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 Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 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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Q8 e-tron vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The Audi is better for regular electric driving: it has 582 km of EV range, 170 kW DC charging and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Mercedes if petrol back-up, a lower entry price and a four-year warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM40,102 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe.
Which one is easier to use for longer electric trips?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the clear choice. Its 582 km EV range is 451 km greater than the GLC Coupe’s 131 km, and it supports 170 kW DC charging where the Mercedes has no DC charging rate stated.
