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Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE vs Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE

Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE

CLE53 4Matic+

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Verdict

The Cayenne Coupe Electric has a 21% bigger boot. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

The Cayenne Coupe Electric Turbo (RM999,999) sits above every AMG CLE variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.

What the AMG CLE has over the Cayenne Coupe Electric

Auto Start/StopPaddle ShiftAuto WipersElectric Steering AdjustmentHead-up DisplayFolding Wing Mirrors

What the Cayenne Coupe Electric has over the AMG CLE

SunroofSun ShadeAuto ParkingPower Door

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

The Cayenne Coupe Electric's wheelbase is 148 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The AMG CLE is 62 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Cayenne Coupe Electric: 534 litres against 420.

AMG CLE 4,853 × 2,042 × 1,434 mm · wheelbase 2,875 mmCayenne Coupe Electric 4,985 × 1,980 × 1,650 mm · wheelbase 3,023 mm
1,4344,853 mmWheelbase 2,875 mm1,6504,985 mmWheelbase 3,023 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM722,888✓RM749,000
Body typeCoupeCoupe
SegmentCompact ExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM2,128RM665✓
Monthly instalment (est.)RM7,380/mo✓RM7,645/mo
Insurance / year (est.)RM19,142✓RM19,722
Fuel or electricity / year (est.)—RM1,519
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)—RM7.60
5-year running costs (est.)—RM109,529
Charging (estimated)
AC charge 0–100% (est.)—10.3 hours
DC charge 10–80% (est.)—20 min
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift800V architecture, dual permanent magnet synchronous motors; 408 PS/300 kW standard, 442 PS/325 kW overboost with Launch Control
Capacity2,999 cc—
Horsepower443 hp at 5,800 rpm—
Torque560 Nm at 560 rpm—
Cylinder ArrangementInline 6—
FuelPetrol Hybrid/REVElectric
Number of Motors12
Motor Horsepower20 hp436 hp✓
Motor Torque205 Nm835 Nm✓
Battery Capacity—113 kWh
EV Range—661 km
Charging Rate (AC)—11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)—390 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Single Ratio Automatic
Transmission NameAMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmissionSingle-speed Automatic
Gears9—
Transmission ManufacturerMercedes-Benz—
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.2 seconds✓4.8 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h✓230 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,853 mm4,985 mm
Width2,042 mm1,980 mm
Height1,434 mm1,650 mm
Wheelbase2,875 mm3,023 mm
Weight2,000 kg2,530 kg
Fuel Tank65 litres—
Doors25
Seats45
Boot Space420 litres534 litres✓
Front Tyre265/35R20255/55R20
Rear Tyre295/30R20305/45R20
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitTyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresContinental SportContact 7—
Wiper Blade (Driver)22 inch—
Wiper Blade (Passenger)22 inch—
Chassis
AssemblyGermany (CBU)Slovakia (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesAir Suspension with PASM
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkAir Suspension with PASM
Front Wheels20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys20" Cayenne Aero Alloys
Rear Wheels20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys20" Cayenne Aero Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Electric Power Steering Plus (variable ratio)
Chassis NotesAMG Ride Control Suspension with Adaptive DampersAdaptive two-chamber air suspension with PASM, 5 ride heights (ground clearance up to 245 mm, wading 500-555 mm); rear-axle steering up to 5 deg (turning circle 11.6 m); 6-piston front fixed calipers, 375 mm front/350 mm rear ventilated discs; recuperation up to 600 kW; towing 3,000 kg (3,500 kg with off-road package)
Safety
Airbags7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)9 (Dual front, front side, rear side, curtain, front centre)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function✓✓
Seat Belts4 Three-point5 Three-point with reversible pretensioners
Blind Spot Info System✓✓
ISOFIXAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger SeatsISOFIX/i-Size on outer rear seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes, with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning✓✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety Notes—Lane Change Assist with exit warning and rear cross-traffic alert; Lane Keeping Assist with Emergency Stop; Intersection Assist; Swerve and Turn Assist; Warn and Brake Assist; Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go; Speed Limit Assist; Driver Awareness Detection; eCall/bCall; TPMS; PSM with ABS, ASR, ABD, MSR; post-collision brake
Lighting
HeadlampsDigital Light Matrix LEDsMatrix LED
TaillampsFull LEDLED light strip with illuminated PORSCHE lettering
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Memory Function14-way power comfort seats with memory, heated
Rear Seats50:50 Split-folding2+1 power-reclining seats
Front Air-conDual-Zone Automatic Climate ControlFour-zone automatic climate control with parking pre-climatisation
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear vents with separate zone controls
Sunroof—Fixed panoramic glass roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C RearQi wireless charger, 230V socket in boot
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsAmbient lighting (30 colours) with communication light
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun Shade—Rear door electric roll-up blinds
Audio11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound SystemBOSE Surround Sound System, 14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED + Passenger Display, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchAll with auto up/down
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonPush start
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless entry (Porsche Entry) with Digital Key
Auto Start/Stop✓—
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓—
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive with stop-and-go
Paddle Shift✓—
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Electric Steering Adjustment✓—
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered tailgate with gesture control and kick sensor
Parking Sensor Front6 SensorsYes
Parking Sensor Rear6 SensorsYes
Reverse CameraYes, with 360 Surround View Camera360-degree camera (2D Surround View)
Auto Parking—Yes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓—
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation✓✓
Head-up Display✓—
Power Door—Soft-close doors
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience Notes—Porsche Entry UWB keyless with Digital Key; 90 L frunk with swipe-to-open; 14.25-inch curved OLED cluster, Flow Display OLED touchscreen, Passenger Display; Mood Modes; Sport Chrono Package; Porsche Electric Sport Sound; Air Quality System; Storage Package; parking pre-climatisation; Porsche Wireless Charging preparation (11 kW inductive pad optional); 22 kW AC charger optional; AR head-up display optional; dashcam preparation; soft-close doors; Porsche Connect 10 years
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years2 years
Warranty Notes—High-voltage battery warranty: 8 years/160,000 km

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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.

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AMG CLE vs Cayenne Coupe Electric FAQ

How long does charging take?

The Cayenne Coupe Electric's 113.0 kWh battery takes about 10.3 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 390 kW peak.

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