Verdict
The RM398,888 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM70,000 more than the RM328,888 Volvo XC60, but brings a 90.6-kWh battery, 596-km EV range and 170-kW DC charging for buyers able to charge at home or work. Its 288-hp, 565-Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, against the Volvo’s 6.9 seconds. The XC60 counters with all-wheel drive, Malaysian CKD assembly, a panoramic glass roof and a five-year warranty. The Mercedes is roomier too, with a 3,030-mm wheelbase and 520-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want 596 km of electric range, 4.9-second performance and the larger 520-litre boot.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you want to save RM70,000, have all-wheel drive and prefer a petrol hybrid with a 71-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Performance: EQE SUV 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 210 km/h; XC60 6.9 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Powertrain: EQE SUV has one 288-hp, 565-Nm electric motor and 90.6-kWh battery; XC60 has a 246-hp, 350-Nm 1,969-cc turbo petrol engine plus 13-hp, 30-Nm motor.
- Driveline: EQE SUV rear-wheel drive; XC60 all-wheel drive.
- Size and luggage: EQE SUV is 4,863 mm long with a 3,030-mm wheelbase and 520-litre boot; XC60 is 4,708 mm, 2,865 mm and 483 litres.
- Warranty: EQE SUV has four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle cover plus a 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty; XC60 has five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
EQE SUV
- 596-km EV range with 170-kW DC charging
- 288 hp and 565 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds
- 520-litre boot, head-up display and auto parking
- RM70,000 more expensive
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Four-year vehicle warranty versus five years
XC60
- RM70,000 lower entry price and Malaysian CKD assembly
- All-wheel drive and 71-litre fuel tank
- Panoramic glass roof and integrated rear booster cushions
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the EQE SUV's 4.9 seconds
- 483-litre boot is 37 litres smaller
- No head-up display or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM398,888 | RM328,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm✓ | 30 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 Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 483 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 5-double-spoke 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) | 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360 Surround View 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 XC60 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV or Volvo XC60 better?
The EQE SUV is the stronger choice for electric driving, performance and space: it has 596 km of range, 565 Nm, a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time and a 520-litre boot. Choose the XC60 for lower upfront cost, all-wheel drive and petrol-hybrid refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM70,000 more than the Volvo XC60. The gap brings a 90.6-kWh battery, 596-km stated range, 170-kW DC charging, faster acceleration and a larger boot, while the Volvo adds all-wheel drive and a longer vehicle warranty.
Which has the better warranty and family equipment?
The XC60 has the longer five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty, versus four years for the EQE SUV. It also has a panoramic glass roof and integrated two-stage booster cushions for the outer rear seats; the EQE SUV counters with nine airbags to the Volvo’s six.
