Verdict
With only RM3,810 between them, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class brings a far stronger 402 hp and 500 Nm against the Alfa Romeo Giulia’s 276 hp and 400 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h run from 5.7 to 4.6 seconds. Its all-wheel drive and adaptive dampers suit the buyer chasing pace and tech. But the Giulia is 108 mm shorter, has a 480-litre boot versus 455 litres, eight airbags and a five-year/150,000-km warranty. Those are meaningful daily-use wins in Malaysia.
Pick the Alfa Romeo Giulia if a larger 480-litre boot, eight airbags and five-year/150,000-km warranty matter more than outright pace.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you want 402 hp, 500 Nm, all-wheel drive and the richer cabin and parking equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Giulia RM440,078; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM443,888.
- Power and torque: Giulia 276 hp and 400 Nm; AMG C-Class 402 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Giulia 5.7 seconds; AMG C-Class 4.6 seconds.
- Driveline: Giulia rear-wheel drive; AMG C-Class all-wheel drive.
- Length and wheelbase: Giulia 4,643 mm and 2,820 mm; AMG C-Class 4,751 mm and 2,865 mm.
- Boot space: Giulia 480 litres; AMG C-Class 455 litres.
Giulia
- 480-litre boot is 25 litres larger.
- Eight airbags and a five-year/150,000-km warranty.
- 108 mm shorter body helps in tighter parking spaces.
- 276 hp and 400 Nm trail the AMG C-Class by 126 hp and 100 Nm.
- Rear-wheel drive lacks the Mercedes’ all-wheel-drive traction.
- No panoramic roof, head-up display or 360-degree camera.
AMG C-Class
- 402 hp, 500 Nm and a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive and AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers.
- Panoramic glass roof, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- 455-litre boot is 25 litres smaller.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty is one year shorter than the Giulia’s five-year cover.
- Seven airbags versus the Giulia’s eight.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM440,078✓ | RM443,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM378✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 276 hp at 5,250 rpm | 402 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,250 rpm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,643 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,436 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,490 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 455 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 265/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag) | 7 (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 on two outer rear passenger 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 | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 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 & 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 |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 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.
Used Giulia & AMG C-Class for sale
Giulia vs AMG C-Class FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia or Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is the stronger choice for performance and equipment, with 402 hp, all-wheel drive and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Alfa Romeo Giulia for its larger boot, extra airbag and longer five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class costs RM3,810 more than the Alfa Romeo Giulia. That small gap brings 126 hp more, 100 Nm more torque, all-wheel drive, a panoramic roof, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
Which has the more practical boot and warranty?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia does. Its 480-litre boot is 25 litres larger than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class’s 455-litre space, and its warranty runs for five years or 150,000 km versus four years with unlimited mileage.
