Verdict
The RM13,916 extra for the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV buys a 90.6 kWh battery, 596 km of EV range and 170 kW DC charging, while annual road tax is just RM305 against the Touareg’s RM1,632. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, taking 4.9 seconds versus 6.0 seconds. The Volkswagen Touareg fights back with all-wheel drive, air suspension and a far larger 810-litre boot, 290 litres ahead of the EQE SUV. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the Mercedes makes the stronger running-cost case; the Touareg suits those who need maximum luggage room and petrol convenience.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you have reliable charging and want 596 km EV range, 170 kW DC charging and lower annual road tax.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you need its 810-litre boot, all-wheel drive, air suspension and a 90-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM305; Volkswagen Touareg RM1,632.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 210 km/h; Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Cargo space: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 520 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
- Driveline: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive; Volkswagen Touareg all-wheel drive.
- Power source: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has a 90.6 kWh battery, 596 km range and 170 kW DC charging; Volkswagen Touareg has a 2,995 cc V6 petrol engine and…
EQE SUV
- 596 km EV range with 170 kW DC charging
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Nine airbags, head-up display and auto parking
- Costs RM13,916 more
- 520-litre boot is 290 litres smaller
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
Touareg
- 810-litre boot
- All-wheel drive with air suspension
- 250 km/h top speed and five-year warranty
- Annual road tax is RM1,327 higher
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 6.0 seconds
- Six airbags versus nine
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM398,888 | RM384,972✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 335 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V 6 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84.5 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 565 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 | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB 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 | — | Manual rear window blinds |
| 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 | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, 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 | — |
| 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 | 5 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 Touareg FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The EQE SUV is the better choice for buyers with home or workplace charging, thanks to its 596 km range, 170 kW DC charging and RM305 annual road tax. Choose the Touareg for its 810-litre boot, all-wheel drive and petrol convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM13,916 more than the Volkswagen Touareg.
Which has more boot space?
The Volkswagen Touareg has the larger boot at 810 litres, compared with 520 litres in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. That is a 290-litre advantage for the Volkswagen.
