Verdict
At RM999,888, the AMG SL costs RM89,000 less and is the more compact open-top choice, measuring 4,705 mm long and weighing 1,810 kg. Its 375 hp 2.0-litre turbo mild-hybrid petrol powertrain and 275 km/h top speed suit buyers who put roof-down grand touring first. The RM1,088,888 Maybach EQS SUV is quicker to 100 km/h at 4.4 seconds, carries a 118 kWh battery rated for 560 km, and brings four-seat luxury with far more rear-seat kit. Its 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging matter for Malaysian EV use.
AMG SL
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL if you want the lighter 1,810 kg convertible, a 275 km/h top speed and a RM89,000 lower entry price.
Maybach EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if you want 560 km of EV range, 440 litres of boot space and properly equipped rear captain seats.
Key differences
- Price: AMG SL RM999,888; Maybach EQS SUV RM1,088,888.
- Powertrain: AMG SL 375 hp 1,991 cc turbo mild-hybrid petrol inline-four; Maybach EQS SUV twin motors with 649 hp and 950 Nm.
- Performance: AMG SL 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 275 km/h; Maybach EQS SUV 4.4 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Dimensions and weight: AMG SL 4,705 mm long and 1,810 kg; Maybach EQS SUV 5,125 mm long and 3,075 kg.
- Practicality: AMG SL has two doors and 240 litres of boot space; Maybach EQS SUV has five doors and 440 litres.
- Energy use: AMG SL has a 70-litre fuel tank; Maybach EQS SUV has a 118 kWh battery, 560 km range, 22 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
AMG SL
- RM89,000 cheaper to buy.
- Lighter by 1,265 kg and 420 mm shorter.
- 275 km/h top speed and convertible body.
- 240-litre boot is 200 litres smaller.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 4.9 seconds versus 4.4 seconds.
- No rear air-conditioning or rear-seat massaging and ventilation.
Maybach EQS SUV
- 560 km EV range with 200 kW DC charging.
- 440-litre boot and five doors.
- Rear captain seats with massage, ventilation and memory.
- RM89,000 more expensive.
- 1,265 kg heavier and 420 mm longer.
- 210 km/h top speed is 65 km/h lower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM999,888✓ | RM1,088,888 |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376✓ | RM1,840 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 375 hp at 6,750 rpm | — |
| Torque | 480 Nm at 3,250 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 13 hp | 649 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 950 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 118 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 560 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 275 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,359 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 1,810 kg | 3,075 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 240 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/30R21 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Sports Suspension | Self-levelling Airmatic Air Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 5 (Driver and Front Passenger, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 11 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Front Facing Airbags, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Both Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light LED Projector | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated, Massaging and Memory Functions |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Individual Twin Captain Seats with Massaging, Ventilation and Memory |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 2 Wireless Chargers, 10 USB-C Ports |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear, Heated and Cooled |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-Speaker Burmester Sound System | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Manufacturer | 4 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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AMG SL vs Maybach EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV better?
The Maybach EQS SUV is better for rear-seat comfort, luggage space and electric driving, with 560 km range. The AMG SL is better if you specifically want a convertible, lower weight and a 275 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV costs RM89,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL.
Which is quicker, the AMG SL or Maybach EQS SUV?
The Maybach EQS SUV is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 4.4 seconds against the AMG SL's 4.9 seconds. The AMG SL has the higher top speed at 275 km/h versus 210 km/h.
