Verdict
The RM69,000 premium for the RM398,888 EQE SUV buys a 90.6-kWh battery, claimed 596-km EV range and a far quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging matter if home and public charging fit your routine, while the RM305 annual road tax undercuts the GLC’s RM440. The RM329,888 GLC counters with CKD assembly, all-wheel drive and a useful 620-litre boot, 100 litres more than the EQE SUV. For a Malaysian buyer without dependable charging, the GLC is the simpler choice; with charging sorted, the EQE SUV delivers much stronger electric performance and equipment.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you can charge regularly and want 596 km of claimed EV range, 565 Nm and a 4.9-second century sprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you want RM69,000 left in hand, all-wheel drive and a larger 620-litre boot without relying on charging.
Key differences
- Price: EQE SUV RM398,888; GLC RM329,888.
- Powertrain: EQE SUV has one 288-hp, 565-Nm electric motor; GLC has a 201-hp, 320-Nm 2.0-litre turbo engine plus a 23-hp, 205-Nm motor.
- 0-100 km/h: EQE SUV 4.9 seconds; GLC 7.8 seconds.
- Driving range/fuel storage: EQE SUV has a 90.6-kWh battery and 596-km EV range; GLC has a 62-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: EQE SUV 520 litres; GLC 620 litres.
- Driveline: EQE SUV rear-wheel drive; GLC all-wheel drive.
EQE SUV
- 596-km claimed EV range from a 90.6-kWh battery.
- 288 hp, 565 Nm and 4.9-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 22-kW AC, 170-kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and a head-up display.
- Costs RM69,000 more than the GLC.
- 520-litre boot is 100 litres smaller.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the GLC's all-wheel drive.
GLC
- RM329,888 price and Malaysian CKD assembly.
- 620-litre boot, 100 litres more than the EQE SUV.
- All-wheel drive and a 221-km/h top speed.
- 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time trails the EQE SUV by 2.9 seconds.
- No EV-only range, AC charging or DC charging capability.
- Has passive cruise control and no head-up display, where the EQE SUV gets adaptive cruise and a HUD.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM398,888 | RM329,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild 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 Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 596 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 7.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 221 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,716 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 620 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| 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 on outer two 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory & Heating |
| 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 |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear 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 (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV or Mercedes-Benz GLC better?
The EQE SUV is better if regular charging is practical: it delivers 596 km of claimed EV range and reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. The GLC suits buyers prioritising a RM69,000 lower price, all-wheel drive and 620 litres of luggage space.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM398,888 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM329,888, so the EQE SUV is RM69,000 dearer.
Which has the bigger boot and lower annual road tax?
The GLC has the bigger boot at 620 litres, against 520 litres for the EQE SUV. The EQE SUV has lower annual road tax at RM305, compared with RM440 for the GLC.
