Verdict
At RM898,800, the BMW M3 Touring costs RM24,912 more than the RM873,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe, but brings 523 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes counters with a 20 hp/200 Nm electric motor, a 0.9 kWh battery and 655 litres of boot space, 155 litres more than the BMW. For a Malaysian buyer who prioritises outright pace in a smaller, 1,925-kg wagon, take the M3; the GLE is the roomier, more lavishly equipped choice.
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if 523 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than boot capacity and rear-seat luxury features.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe if you need its 655-litre boot, SUV seating position and features such as ventilated massage seats and a panoramic sunroof.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe RM873,888.
- Performance: BMW M3 Touring 523 hp, 650 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 429 hp, 560 Nm and 5.0 seconds.
- Hybrid hardware: BMW M3 Touring has no electric motor; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe has one 20 hp/200 Nm motor and a 0.9 kWh battery.
- Kerb weight: BMW M3 Touring 1,925 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 2,325 kg.
- Boot space: BMW M3 Touring 500 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 655 litres.
- Dimensions: BMW M3 Touring is 4,801 mm long and 1,446 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe is 4,939 mm long and 1,730 mm tall.
M3 Touring
- 523 hp and 650 Nm
- 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 400 kg lighter than the GLE Coupe
- RM24,912 pricier
- 500-litre boot is 155 litres smaller
- Higher RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM1,638
AMG GLE Coupe
- 655-litre boot
- 20 hp electric motor with 0.9 kWh battery
- Ventilated, heated and massage front seats
- 94 hp and 90 Nm down on the M3 Touring
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.0 seconds versus 3.6 seconds
- 400 kg heavier than the M3 Touring
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM873,888✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM1,638✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 523 hp at 6,250 rpm✓ | 429 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 650 Nm at 2,750 rpm✓ | 560 Nm at 2,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.9 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,939 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,935 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | 2,325 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 655 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 285/40ZR22 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 325/35ZR22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | 3 years✓ | 2 years |
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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M3 Touring vs AMG GLE Coupe FAQ
Is the BMW M3 Touring or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe better?
The BMW M3 Touring is better for performance, with 523 hp and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe for its 655-litre boot, hybrid hardware and more extensive comfort equipment.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM898,800 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe costs RM873,888, so the BMW is RM24,912 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe has the larger boot at 655 litres. The BMW M3 Touring provides 500 litres, leaving the Mercedes with a 155-litre advantage.
