Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe is the stronger cross-shop for outright urge: 429 hp and 560 Nm deliver 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, against the BMW X6’s 335 hp, 450 Nm and 5.4 seconds. It also carries 655 litres of luggage, 75 litres more. But the X6 is 85 kg lighter, has an 83-litre tank rather than 65 litres, and its 2,975-mm wheelbase is 40 mm longer. Its Adaptive M Suspension and three-year extended warranty give it a solid case for the buyer who can live without AMG pace.
Pick the BMW X6 if an 83-litre fuel tank, lower 2,240-kg kerb weight, Adaptive M Suspension and a three-year extended warranty matter more than extra power.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe if you want 429 hp, 560 Nm, a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time, a 655-litre boot and properly lavish front seats.
Key differences
- Output: BMW X6 335 hp at 5,500 rpm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 429 hp at 5,800 rpm.
- Torque: BMW X6 450 Nm at 1,500 rpm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 560 Nm at 2,200 rpm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X6 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 5.0 seconds.
- Kerb weight: BMW X6 2,240 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 2,325 kg.
- Fuel tank: BMW X6 83 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 65 litres.
- Boot space: BMW X6 580 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 655 litres.
X6
- 85 kg lighter at 2,240 kg
- 83-litre fuel tank
- Three-year extended warranty versus two years
- 335 hp and 450 Nm trail the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe’s 429 hp and 560 Nm
- 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.4 seconds slower
- 580-litre boot is 75 litres smaller
AMG GLE Coupe
- 429 hp and 560 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds
- 655-litre boot
- 18-way front seats with massage, heating and ventilation
- 85 kg heavier at 2,325 kg
- 65-litre fuel tank is 18 litres smaller
- Two-year extended warranty, versus three years for the BMW X6
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800✓ | RM873,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp at 5,500 rpm | 429 hp at 5,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 560 Nm at 2,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 20 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.9 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,939 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,935 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,325 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres | 655 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 285/40ZR22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 325/35ZR22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear 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 | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | 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 System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | 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 Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-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 | Passive 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 with Remote Control Activation | 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 Surround View | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| 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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X6 vs AMG GLE Coupe FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe is better for acceleration, power, boot space and front-seat equipment. Choose the BMW X6 instead if its lighter weight, 83-litre tank, Adaptive M Suspension and longer extended warranty are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X6 costs RM735,800 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe costs RM873,888, so the Mercedes-Benz is RM138,088 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe has the larger boot at 655 litres, compared with 580 litres in the BMW X6. That is a 75-litre advantage with the rear seats in place.
