Verdict
At RM398,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM27,000 less than the RM425,888 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and cuts annual road tax from RM440 to RM305. Its 90.6-kWh battery delivers a claimed 596 km EV range, against 131 km from the GLC Coupe’s 31.2-kWh battery, while 288 hp and 565 Nm bring a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The GLC Coupe counters with all-wheel drive, a 545-litre boot and 246 km/h top speed, but it is 615 kg lighter only at the expense of the EQE SUV’s pure-electric long-distance ability.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want 596 km of claimed electric range, faster 4.9-second acceleration and a RM27,000 lower purchase price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you need all-wheel drive, a larger 545-litre boot and petrol-backed plug-in hybrid flexibility.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- EV range: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 596 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 131 km.
- Battery capacity: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 90.6 kWh; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 31.2 kWh.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4.9 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 6.3 seconds.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 520 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Driveline: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe all-wheel drive.
EQE SUV
- RM27,000 cheaper to buy and RM135 cheaper in annual road tax.
- 596 km claimed EV range from a 90.6-kWh battery.
- 288 hp, 565 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 520-litre boot is 25 litres smaller.
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
- At 2,560 kg, it is 615 kg heavier.
GLC Coupe
- All-wheel drive and a nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic.
- 545-litre boot is 25 litres larger.
- 246 km/h top speed, versus 210 km/h.
- Costs RM27,000 more.
- 131 km EV range is 465 km short of the EQE SUV’s claim.
- Its 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds slower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM398,888✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 596 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 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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EQE SUV vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The EQE SUV is the stronger choice for electric range, acceleration and lower ownership entry cost: 596 km, 4.9 seconds and RM398,888. Choose the GLC Coupe for all-wheel drive, a 545-litre boot and plug-in hybrid petrol capability.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM398,888 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM425,888, so the GLC Coupe is RM27,000 more expensive. Annual road tax is RM305 for the EQE SUV and RM440 for the GLC Coupe.
Which has the better electric driving range and charging hardware?
The EQE SUV has the longer claimed EV range at 596 km from a 90.6-kWh battery, versus 131 km and 31.2 kWh for the GLC Coupe. It also supports 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging; the GLC Coupe lists 11-kW AC charging.
