Verdict
For a Malaysian family wanting a seven-seat luxury SUV, the EQS SUV costs RM374,000 less and cuts annual road tax to RM455 versus RM1,638. Its twin motors produce 800 Nm, its 118 kWh battery is rated for 673 km and 200 kW DC charging, while matching the GLS’s 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time. The GLS counters with a 355-litre boot, 160 litres more than the EQS SUV, plus a 250 km/h top speed. Pick the electric Mercedes if home or destination charging suits your routine; choose the GLS for its bigger luggage space and petrol refuelling flexibility.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you want 673 km of electric range, 800 Nm from two motors and RM455 annual road tax for RM625,888.
GLS
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLS if you need the larger 355-litre boot, 250 km/h top speed and a 90-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: EQS SUV RM625,888; GLS RM999,888.
- Road tax per year: EQS SUV RM455; GLS RM1,638.
- Powertrain: EQS SUV has two motors with 355 hp and 800 Nm; GLS has a 2,999 cc inline-six with 362 hp and 500 Nm.
- Energy storage: EQS SUV has a 118 kWh battery and 673 km range; GLS has a 90-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: EQS SUV 195 litres; GLS 355 litres.
- Dimensions/top speed: EQS SUV is 5,125 mm long and reaches 210 km/h; GLS is 5,207 mm long and reaches 250 km/h.
EQS SUV
- RM374,000 less expensive
- 673 km EV range with 200 kW DC charging
- Heated and ventilated front seats, plus a 15-speaker 710W Burmester system
- 195-litre boot is 160 litres smaller
- 425 kg heavier at 2,810 kg
- 210 km/h top speed trails the GLS by 40 km/h
GLS
- 355-litre boot behind all seven seats
- 250 km/h top speed
- Soft-close doors and powered rear door-window shades
- Costs RM374,000 more
- Annual road tax is RM1,183 higher
- 500 Nm is 300 Nm below the EQS SUV’s motor torque
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM625,888✓ | RM999,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin turbochargers and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 362 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 355 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 118 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 673 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 5,207 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 2,157 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 3,135 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 355 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" AMG Multi-Spoke Light Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Sports Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 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 with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 12.3" MBUX, COMAND Controller, Touchpad, Burmester Sound System with 13 Speakers (590W) and rear seat individual entertainment system, including two 11.6-inch monitors with wireless headphones, rear center armrest control/USB/audio interface |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| 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 | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| 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 | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 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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EQS SUV vs GLS FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Mercedes-Benz GLS better?
The EQS SUV is the stronger buy for electric driving, lower ownership tax and price, with 673 km range and 800 Nm. Choose the GLS if the 355-litre boot and petrol refuelling suit your long-distance use better.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS costs RM999,888, which is RM374,000 more than the RM625,888 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.
Which has more luggage space with seven seats in use?
The GLS has the larger boot at 355 litres, compared with 195 litres in the EQS SUV. That is a 160-litre advantage for the GLS.
