Verdict
These EQE saloons share a 90.6-kWh battery, 4,946-mm body and 430-litre boot, so daily space is unchanged. The RM270,000 gap buys the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE’s two motors, 617 hp, 950 Nm and 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 200-kW DC charging. But Malaysian long-distance users will go farther in the Mercedes-Benz EQE: 669 km versus 527 km, while its 22-kW AC charging rate doubles the AMG’s 11 kW. It is also far cheaper to tax annually at RM305 against RM1,640.
AMG EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE if 617 hp, all-wheel drive and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than range, AC charging speed and cost.
EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if you want 669 km of range, 22-kW AC charging and a far lower RM305 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE RM649,888; Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888.
- Motor output: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 617 hp and 950 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Driveline and motors: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE two motors with all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE one motor with rear-wheel drive.
- Range: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 527 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE 669 km.
- Charging: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 11-kW AC and 200-kW DC; Mercedes-Benz EQE 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC.
- Performance and road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 3.5 seconds and RM1,640/year; Mercedes-Benz EQE 6.4 seconds and RM305/year.
AMG EQE
- 617 hp, 950 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 200-kW DC charging and AIRMATIC air suspension.
- 142 km less claimed range: 527 km versus 669 km.
- 11-kW AC charging versus 22 kW.
- RM1,640 annual road tax versus RM305.
EQE
- 669-km claimed range from the same 90.6-kWh battery.
- 22-kW AC charging and rear-wheel steering.
- Blind spot information system, collision warning and rear foglamps.
- 288 hp and 565 Nm versus 617 hp and 950 Nm.
- 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 3.5 seconds.
- 170-kW DC charging versus 200 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM649,888 | RM379,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,640 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 617 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 950 Nm✓ | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 527 km | 669 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW✓ | 170.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,946 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,961 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,540 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/35R21 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R21 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS Plus) | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Heating and Memory Functions | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 6 Front USB-C | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround 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 | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front MBUX Interior Assistant, Fingerprint Scanner, Front Qi Wireless Charger, Front Wireless Headset | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery |
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.
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AMG EQE vs EQE FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE is the better choice for range, AC charging and lower running costs. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE only if its 617 hp, all-wheel drive and 3.5-second sprint are central to the purchase.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE costs RM270,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQE: RM649,888 against RM379,888.
Which EQE charges faster?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE charges faster on AC power at 22 kW versus 11 kW. The Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE has the higher DC rate, at 200 kW versus 170 kW.
