Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,948,888 to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class’ RM958,888, so the RM990,000 gap is enormous. The AMG is the faster road car at 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h and 240 km/h, backed by a 577 hp 3,982 cc V8, but its annual road tax is RM3,211. The electric G-Class answers with four motors, 579 hp, 1,164 Nm, a 116 kWh battery and 473 km range, plus 200 kW DC charging. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, it is the rational choice; pick the AMG for its V8 pace and character.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if 4.4-second 0-100 km/h pace, a 240 km/h top speed and the 577 hp V8 matter more than a RM990,000 saving.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you have charging access and want 473 km EV range, 1,164 Nm from four motors and a 10-year/250,000 km battery warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888.
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM3,211 per year; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM1,340 per year.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4.7 seconds.
- Top speed: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 240 km/h; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 180 km/h.
- Kerb weight: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 2,560 kg; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 3,085 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 22-inch wheels with 295/40R22 tyres; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 20-inch wheels with 275/50R20 tyres.
AMG G-Class
- 577 hp 3,982 cc twin-turbo V8 with mild-hybrid assistance
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 240 km/h top speed
- Full-size spare tyre and 22-inch wheels
- Costs RM990,000 more
- Annual road tax is RM1,871 higher
- No 473 km EV range, 200 kW DC charging or battery warranty
G-Class
- Four motors produce 579 hp and 1,164 Nm
- 116 kWh battery, 473 km range and 200 kW DC charging
- RM990,000 cheaper with a 10-year/250,000 km battery warranty
- 0-100 km/h is 0.3 seconds slower and top speed is 60 km/h lower
- 525 kg heavier
- Gets a tyre repair kit rather than a full-size spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,948,888 | RM958,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM3,211 | RM1,340✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 577 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 850 Nm at 2,500 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 579 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 1,164 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 473 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 3,085 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 100 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres | 667 litres |
| Front Tyre | 295/40R22 | 275/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/40R22 | 275/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV | Falken Azenis FK520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod | De Dion Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control suspension | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors | 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 with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 | 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 | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| 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 | — |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 G-Class vs G-Class FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class or Mercedes-Benz G-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the better buy if you can charge at home or work, because it saves RM990,000 and brings 473 km EV range. The AMG G-Class is better only for buyers who specifically want its 577 hp V8, 4.4-second sprint and 240 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM990,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Annual road tax also differs by RM1,871, at RM3,211 for the AMG and RM1,340 for the electric model.
Which one is faster?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is faster: it reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and tops out at 240 km/h. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class takes 4.7 seconds to 100 km/h and has a 180 km/h top speed.
