Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM16,112 less and is the sharper straight-line choice on the figures: 443 hp, 560 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds versus the Porsche Cayenne Coupe’s listed 350 hp, 500 Nm and 4.7 seconds. But the Porsche makes far more sense for a Malaysian household, with five seats, five doors and a 698-litre boot against four seats, two doors and 420 litres. Its 25.9-kWh battery also brings a claimed 90 km EV range and 11-kW AC charging.
AMG CLE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if 4.2-second acceleration, 443 hp and a lower RM722,888 entry price matter more than rear-seat access and luggage room.
Cayenne Coupe
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe if you need five seats, a 698-litre boot and the ability to cover up to 90 km on electric power.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888; Porsche Cayenne Coupe RM739,000.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4.2 seconds; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 4.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 420 litres; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 698 litres.
- Seating and doors: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE four seats/two doors; Porsche Cayenne Coupe five seats/five doors.
- Weight: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 2,000 kg; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 2,515 kg.
- Electric running: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE has no stated EV range; Porsche Cayenne Coupe has a 25.9-kWh battery and 90 km EV range.
AMG CLE
- 443 hp and 560 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds.
- RM16,112 cheaper than the Porsche.
- Head-up display and six front plus six rear parking sensors.
- Two doors, four seats and a 420-litre boot trail the Porsche’s five-door, five-seat 698-litre layout.
- No stated battery capacity, AC charging rate or EV range.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty is shorter in time than the Porsche’s four-year cover.
Cayenne Coupe
- Five doors, five seats and a 698-litre boot.
- 25.9-kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 11-kW AC charging.
- Heated and ventilated front seats, panoramic glass roof and air suspension.
- RM739,000 price is RM16,112 higher.
- Its listed 350 hp, 500 Nm and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Mercedes.
- At 2,515 kg, it is 515 kg heavier than the Mercedes.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM722,888✓ | RM739,000 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,128 | RM2,118✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing, turbocharged & plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 443 hp at 5,800 rpm✓ | 350 hp at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 560 Nm at 560 rpm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84.5 mm × 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 173 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 460 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 25.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 seconds✓ | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 263 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,853 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 2,042 mm | 1,983 mm |
| Height | 1,434 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,000 kg | 2,515 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 698 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/35R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | Porsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Side Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bose Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 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 CLE & Cayenne Coupe for sale
AMG CLE vs Cayenne Coupe FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE or Porsche Cayenne Coupe better?
The AMG CLE is better for outright performance, reaching 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds. The Cayenne Coupe is better for family use and electric commuting, with five seats, 698 litres of boot space and 90 km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe costs RM16,112 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE.
Can the Porsche Cayenne Coupe run on electric power alone?
Yes. Its plug-in hybrid system uses a 25.9-kWh battery, has a claimed 90 km EV range and supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. No EV range is stated for the AMG CLE.
