Verdict
For RM296,888, the EQA costs RM6,000 more but brings electric running with a 66.5 kWh battery, 429 km range and 11 kW AC/100 kW DC charging. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 8.9 seconds and carries 340 litres of luggage. The GLB counters with seven seats, a 100 mm longer wheelbase and a 207 km/h top speed. For a Malaysian household that needs the third row, the petrol GLB is the practical call; otherwise the EQA’s stronger equipment and EV drivetrain justify the small gap.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want a 429 km EV, a larger 340-litre boot and active cruise control in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if you need seven seats, a sliding second row and the flexibility of a petrol-powered SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888.
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz EQA has one 188 hp/375 Nm electric motor; Mercedes-Benz GLB has a 1,332 cc petrol engine with 161 hp/270 Nm.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQA does 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and reaches 160 km/h; Mercedes-Benz GLB takes 9.3 seconds and reaches 207 km/h.
- Seating and boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQA has 5 seats and 340 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLB has 7 seats and 130 litres.
- Dimensions: Mercedes-Benz EQA is 4,463 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz GLB is 4,634 mm long with a 2,829 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz EQA has a 4-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Mercedes-Benz GLB has a 2-year…
EQA
- 429 km range from a 66.5 kWh battery
- Quicker 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 340-litre boot
- Gets lane-keeping steering correction, active cruise control, head-up display and auto parking
- Only five seats versus the GLB’s seven
- 160 km/h top speed versus 207 km/h
- Shorter 2,729 mm wheelbase versus 2,829 mm
GLB
- Seven seats with a sliding second row and foldable third row
- 100 mm longer wheelbase and 171 mm greater length
- 207 km/h top speed
- 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time trails the EQA’s 8.9 seconds
- 130-litre boot is 210 litres smaller than the EQA’s
- No lane-keeping assist, head-up display or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,888 | RM290,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 429 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 207 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | 2,040 kg | 1,555 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 340 litres✓ | 130 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/55R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
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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EQA vs GLB FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA or Mercedes-Benz GLB better?
The EQA is better for a five-seat buyer wanting EV range, quicker acceleration, a larger boot and more driver-assistance equipment. The GLB is better if seven seats and its sliding second row are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The EQA costs RM6,000 more than the GLB. That gap buys a 66.5 kWh battery, 429 km range, 188 hp electric motor, head-up display and auto parking, but it gives up two seats.
Which has the better warranty and charging capability?
The EQA has a four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty, an eight-year/160,000 km traction-battery warranty, 11 kW AC charging and 100 kW DC charging. The GLB has a two-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and uses petrol.
