Verdict
The RM450,350 EQV costs RM31,462 more than the RM418,888 AMG GLB, but it answers a very different Malaysian family brief. Its seven seats, 610-litre boot and 3,200 mm wheelbase make it the proper people carrier, while the 90 kWh battery brings a 374 km EV range and RM160 annual road tax. The AMG GLB is far quicker at 5.5 seconds to 100 km/h against 12.1 seconds, costs less and adds all-wheel drive. Pick space and electric running; pick the GLB for pace and a smaller footprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you need seven seats, a 610-litre boot and 374 km of electric range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want 302 hp, all-wheel drive and 5.5-second 0-100 km/h performance in a five-seat SUV.
Key differences
- Price: EQV RM450,350; AMG GLB RM418,888.
- Seating: EQV 7 seats; AMG GLB 5 seats.
- EV range: EQV 374 km from a 90 kWh battery; AMG GLB has no EV range listed.
- 0-100 km/h: EQV 12.1 seconds; AMG GLB 5.5 seconds.
- Boot space: EQV 610 litres; AMG GLB 570 litres.
- Length: EQV 5,140 mm; AMG GLB 4,634 mm.
EQV
- Seven seats and a 610-litre boot.
- 90 kWh battery with 374 km EV range.
- RM160 annual road tax and 110 kW DC charging.
- 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.5 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive versus the GLB's all-wheel drive.
- 5,140 mm length is 506 mm longer than the GLB.
AMG GLB
- 302 hp and 400 Nm with a 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive, multi-link rear suspension and adaptive dampers.
- RM31,462 lower purchase price with a four-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Only five seats versus the EQV's seven.
- 570-litre boot is 40 litres smaller.
- RM436 annual road tax versus RM160.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM450,350 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM436 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 362 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 374 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,140 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,928 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,901 mm | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | 2,635 kg | 1,790 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 610 litres✓ | 570 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/55R17 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/55R17 | 255/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Captain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Controls with Individual Blowers | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Twin Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 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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EQV vs AMG GLB FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQV or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB better?
The EQV is better for carrying people and running electrically, with seven seats and 374 km of range. The AMG GLB is better for performance and driving hardware, reaching 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds with all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM31,462 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB.
Which one is more practical for a large family?
The EQV is the clear choice: it has seven seats, ISOFIX on the second and third rows, captain seats in the middle row and a 610-litre boot. The AMG GLB has five seats and a 570-litre boot.
