Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan is the sharper choice if pace matters: its 302 hp, 400 Nm turbo four, all-wheel drive and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time put clear distance between it and the E-Class’ 201 hp, 320 Nm, rear-wheel-drive and 7.5 seconds. The RM24,000 dearer E-Class instead brings executive-car space, a 2,961 mm wheelbase and 540-litre boot versus 2,729 mm and 420 litres. For Malaysian buyers carrying adults or luggage regularly, the E-Class earns its extra outlay; keen drivers should take the AMG A-Class Sedan.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan if you want 302 hp, all-wheel drive and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint in a 400 mm shorter sedan.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if rear-seat room, a 540-litre boot and extra driver-assistance equipment matter more than outright acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan RM343,888; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Performance: AMG A-Class Sedan 302 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds; E-Class 201 hp, 320 Nm and 7.5 seconds.
- Driveline: AMG A-Class Sedan all-wheel drive; E-Class rear-wheel drive.
- Size: AMG A-Class Sedan is 4,549 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase; E-Class is 4,949 mm long with a 2,961 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: AMG A-Class Sedan 420 litres; E-Class 540 litres.
- Safety: AMG A-Class Sedan has seven airbags and no lane-keeping assist; E-Class has nine airbags and steering correction lane-keeping assist.
AMG A-Class Sedan
- 302 hp and 400 Nm with a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive and AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers.
- 12-speaker, 710W Burmester sound system.
- 420-litre boot is 120 litres smaller than the E-Class’.
- Seven airbags versus the E-Class’ nine, and no lane-keeping assist.
- No auto parking or rear window shades.
E-Class
- 540-litre boot and a 232 mm longer wheelbase.
- Nine airbags, steering correction lane-keeping assist and auto parking.
- 66-litre fuel tank, rear window shades and contactless boot opening.
- 201 hp and 320 Nm trail the AMG A-Class Sedan’s 302 hp and 400 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h takes 7.5 seconds, 2.8 seconds longer than the AMG A-Class Sedan.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM343,888✓ | RM367,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 302 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 14 hp | 23 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift 8G DCT | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,549 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,411 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 1,570 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/35R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/35R19 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 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 AMG A-Class Sedan & E-Class for sale
AMG A-Class Sedan vs E-Class FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The E-Class is better for space, luggage capacity and assistance equipment, with a 540-litre boot, nine airbags and lane-keeping steering correction. Choose the AMG A-Class Sedan for its substantially stronger 302 hp output, all-wheel drive and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h performance.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM24,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan. That gap brings a longer 2,961 mm wheelbase, a 540-litre boot, nine airbags, auto parking and rear window shades.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the bigger boot at 540 litres, compared with 420 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan. That is a 120-litre advantage for the E-Class.
