Verdict
This is a rare case where the newer car costs less: the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C254 is RM498,888 against RM580,888 for the C253, yet it has 416 hp versus 367 hp and clips 0-100 km/h in 4.8 s instead of 4.9 s. The old C253 still brings 520 Nm against 500 Nm and a bigger 66-litre tank, but the C254 is roomier on paper, has a 545-litre boot and a four-year warranty. For Malaysia, the RM440 road tax seals it.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C253 if the deal is strong enough and you want 520 Nm, a 66-litre tank and the 2,996 cc petrol engine.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C254 if you want the stronger 416 hp car with 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace, a 545-litre boot and lower RM440 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: C253 RM580,888; C254 RM498,888
- Engine and fuel type: C253 2,996 cc petrol; C254 1,999 cc petrol hybrid/REV with 1.0 kWh battery
- Output: C253 367 hp and 520 Nm; C254 416 hp and 500 Nm
- Acceleration and top speed: C253 4.9 s and 250 km/h; C254 4.8 s and 250 km/h
- Size and boot: C253 4,732 mm long, 1,602 mm tall and 500 litres; C254 4,763 mm long, 1,699 mm tall and 545 litres
- Warranty and road tax: C253 2 years and RM1,634 a year; C254 4 years and RM440 a year
C253
- 520 Nm beats the C254’s 500 Nm
- 66-litre fuel tank versus 62 litres
- Declared 8.9 L/100 km fuel economy
- RM82,000 dearer on listed price
- RM1,634 annual road tax
- Shorter 2-year warranty
C254
- 416 hp versus the C253’s 367 hp
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 545-litre boot and 4-year warranty
- 500 Nm trails the C253 by 20 Nm
- 62-litre tank is smaller
- No quoted L/100 km figure
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM580,888 | RM498,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,634 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 2,996 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 367 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Torque | 520 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 88 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 203 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,732 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,602 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,873 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 1,855 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R21 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R21 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiSportContact 5P | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Air Body Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLC | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:20 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | COMAND Online with Touchpad, 8.4-inch display, Burmester Surround Sound System with 13 Speakers, 590 watt | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot, contactless opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
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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C253 vs C254 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C253 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C254 better?
The C254 is better for most Malaysian buyers: it is cheaper, more powerful at 416 hp, marginally quicker at 4.8 seconds, roomier in boot space and has lower RM440 road tax. Choose the C253 only if 520 Nm and the larger 66-litre tank matter.
What is the price difference?
The gap is RM82,000, with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C254 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe C253.
Which one is more practical?
The C254. It is longer at 4,763 mm versus 4,732 mm, taller at 1,699 mm versus 1,602 mm, has a longer 2,888 mm wheelbase versus 2,873 mm and a larger 545-litre boot versus 500 litres.
