Verdict
Just RM8,912 separates these two, but they serve very different Malaysian use cases. The BMW M5 is the faster car at 3.5 seconds to 100 km/h and its 22.1-kWh battery brings a claimed 67 km of EV range, useful if charging is part of the routine. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE counters with 630 litres of boot space, an 85-litre tank and a far lower RM3,211 annual road tax against RM8,408. Pick the M5 for its plug-in capability and pace; take the GLE for SUV space, extra equipment and lower annual tax exposure.
Pick the BMW M5 if 3.5-second 0-100 km/h performance and a claimed 67 km of electric range matter more than boot space and road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if you need a 630-litre boot, SUV seating position, a larger fuel tank and RM5,197 lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M5 RM1,200,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M5 3.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 3.9 seconds.
- Torque: BMW M5 750 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 850 Nm.
- Electrified running: BMW M5 has a 22.1-kWh battery and 67 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE has no battery capacity or EV range stated.
- Boot space: BMW M5 466 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 630 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW M5 RM8,408; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM3,211.
M5
- Quicker 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 22.1-kWh plug-in battery with 67 km claimed EV range.
- 194-hp electric motor and 7.4-kW AC charging.
- RM5,197 higher annual road tax.
- 466-litre boot is 164 litres smaller.
- No head-up display or panoramic sliding glass roof.
AMG GLE
- 630-litre boot and 85-litre fuel tank.
- Head-up display, panoramic sliding glass roof and ventilated front seats.
- 850 Nm of torque and 603 hp.
- 0-100 km/h takes 3.9 seconds, versus 3.5 seconds.
- No stated EV range, battery capacity or AC charging rate.
- Its 21-hp motor is far less powerful than the M5's 194-hp unit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,200,800 | RM1,191,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM8,408 | RM3,211✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Lift, plug-in hybrid assistance | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 591 hp at 6,000 rpm | 603 hp at 5,750 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 850 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 21 hp |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 22.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 67 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 3.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,096 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 2,156 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 2,510 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 466 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R20 | 285/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/35R21 | 325/35R22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook S1 evo Z | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" M Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | AMG Active Ride Control+ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's 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 for outer two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | 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 | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with 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 Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and 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 Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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 M5 & AMG GLE for sale
M5 vs AMG GLE FAQ
Is the BMW M5 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE better?
The BMW M5 is better for outright acceleration and plug-in driving, reaching 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds with 67 km of claimed EV range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE is better for carrying duties, with a 630-litre boot and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M5 costs RM8,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE.
Which has more luggage space?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE has the larger boot at 630 litres, 164 litres more than the BMW M5's 466 litres. It also has five doors, while the M5 is a four-door sedan.
