Verdict
At RM367,888, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde is the rational Malaysian E-Class: it retains 201 hp, 320 Nm, 9G-Tronic and the same active-safety hardware, while leaving RM51,000 in your account. The RM418,888 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line earns its premium if you can charge regularly. Its 25.4-kWh battery delivers 118 km of EV range, while the 127-hp, 440-Nm motor cuts 0-100 km/h to 6.4 seconds and adds adaptive dampers, Digital Light headlamps, a panoramic roof and 21-speaker Burmester audio.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde if you want the same 201 hp petrol engine and core safety kit for RM51,000 less.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line if you can use its 118 km EV range and want quicker acceleration plus the richer cabin and chassis kit.
Key differences
- Price: RM367,888 for the E200 Avantgarde versus RM418,888 for the E350e AMG Line.
- Electric motor output: 23 hp and 205 Nm in the E200 Avantgarde versus 127 hp and 440 Nm in the E350e AMG Line.
- Battery and EV range: no battery capacity or EV range for the E200 Avantgarde versus 25.4 kWh and 118 km for the E350e AMG Line.
- 0-100 km/h: 7.5 seconds for the E200 Avantgarde versus 6.4 seconds for the E350e AMG Line.
- Wheels: 19-inch alloys with 245/45R19 front and 275/40R19 rear tyres versus 20-inch alloys with 245/40R20 front and 275/35R20 rear tyres.
- Audio: seven speakers in the E200 Avantgarde versus a 21-speaker Burmester 4D system in the E350e AMG Line.
E200 Avantgarde
- RM51,000 cheaper.
- Same 201 hp and 320 Nm petrol engine output.
- Lighter at 1,825 kg versus 2,190 kg.
- 23 hp and 205 Nm motor trails the E350e's 127 hp and 440 Nm.
- No 25.4-kWh battery or 118 km EV range.
- Seven-speaker audio misses the E350e's 21-speaker Burmester 4D system.
E350e AMG Line
- 118 km EV range from a 25.4-kWh battery.
- Quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive dampers, Digital Light headlamps and panoramic sliding glass roof.
- Heavier at 2,190 kg versus 1,825 kg.
- 236 km/h top speed is 4 km/h lower than the E200's 240 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM367,888✓ | RM418,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.4 mm | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | 127 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 25.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 118 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 55 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 236 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | 2,190 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 370 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 275/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Rear Window and Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System | 14.4" Superscreen MBUX Multimedia with Front Passenger Screen, Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, 21 Speaker Burmester 4D Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
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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E200 Avantgarde vs E350e AMG Line FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E200 Avantgarde or Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line better?
The E350e AMG Line is better for drivers who can charge and will use its 118 km EV range, quicker 6.4-second sprint and extra equipment. The E200 Avantgarde is the better buy if those gains do not justify RM51,000.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line costs RM51,000 more than the E200 Avantgarde: RM418,888 versus RM367,888.
Can the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350e AMG Line be charged quickly?
Yes. The E350e AMG Line supports 11 kW AC charging and 55 kW DC charging, and its 25.4-kWh battery has a claimed EV range of 118 km.
