Verdict
At RM873,888, the GLE 53 sits RM356,000 below the GLE 63S. That substantial gap buys 603 hp and 850 Nm rather than 429 hp and 560 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 5.0 to 3.9 seconds. Yet both retain the same 655-litre boot, 18-way massaging ventilated front seats, 13-speaker Burmester system and comprehensive driver-assistance kit. Malaysian ownership also favours the GLE 53, with RM1,638 annual road tax against RM3,211. Choose the GLE 63S only if its immense performance is the point.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 53 4Matic+ if you want the same cabin, safety and practicality while saving RM356,000 upfront and RM1,573 a year in road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe if 603 hp, 850 Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the RM356,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: RM873,888 vs RM1,229,888
- Engine capacity: 2,999 cc vs 3,982 cc
- Output: 429 hp and 560 Nm vs 603 hp and 850 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds vs 3.9 seconds
- Annual road tax: RM1,638 vs RM3,211
- Factory tyres: Yokohama Advan Sport V107 vs Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
GLE 53 4Matic+
- RM356,000 lower purchase price
- RM1,573 lower annual road tax
- Same 655-litre boot and major comfort equipment
- 174 hp and 290 Nm less than the GLE 63S
- 1.1 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h
GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe
- 603 hp and 850 Nm
- 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic transmission
- Costs RM356,000 more
- Annual road tax is RM3,211, versus RM1,638
- No extra boot space, seating capacity or listed comfort and safety equipment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM873,888✓ | RM1,229,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,638✓ | RM3,211 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 429 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 850 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 21 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 0.9 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds | 3.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,939 mm | 4,939 mm |
| Width | 2,010 mm | 2,010 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm | 2,935 mm |
| Weight | 2,325 kg | 2,325 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 655 litres | 655 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40ZR22 | 285/40ZR22 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35ZR22 | 325/35ZR22 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation |
| 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation | 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, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| 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 Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 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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GLE 53 4Matic+ vs GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 53 4Matic+ or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe GLE 63S 4Matic+ Coupe better?
The GLE 63S is better for outright pace, with 603 hp, 850 Nm and 3.9 seconds to 100 km/h. The GLE 53 is the better-value choice because it retains the same listed practicality, comfort and safety equipment for far less money.
What is the price difference?
The GLE 63S costs RM356,000 more than the GLE 53. Its annual road tax is also RM1,573 higher, at RM3,211 versus RM1,638.
Do the GLE 53 and GLE 63S have different cabin space or safety equipment?
No. Both have five seats, a 655-litre boot, the same dimensions, 18-way massaging heated and ventilated front seats, adaptive LED matrix headlamps, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
