Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM860,000 saving with the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV is substantial, and it also cuts annual road tax from RM3,211 to RM1,840. It matches the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class at 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h, while its two motors produce 649 hp and 950 Nm, backed by a 118 kWh battery with 560 km of range. The AMG G-Class fights back with a 577 hp 4.0-litre V8, 240 km/h top speed, five seats and a far larger 667-litre boot. Choose by use: Maybach for chauffeured electric luxury, G-Class for passenger capacity and luggage space.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if you need five seats, a 667-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and the 240 km/h top speed of its 577 hp V8.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if you want to save RM860,000, drive electrically for up to 560 km and prioritise four-seat rear-cabin comfort.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV RM1,088,888.
- Powertrain: AMG G-Class has a 3,982 cc twin-turbo V8 with a 20 hp mild-hybrid motor; Maybach EQS SUV has two motors producing 649 hp and 950 Nm.
- Range/energy: AMG G-Class has a 100-litre petrol tank; Maybach EQS SUV has a 118 kWh battery and 560 km EV range.
- Dimensions: AMG G-Class is 4,613 mm long with a 2,890 mm wheelbase; Maybach EQS SUV is 5,125 mm long with a 3,210 mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: AMG G-Class has five seats and a 667-litre boot; Maybach EQS SUV has four seats and a 440-litre boot.
- Road tax/top speed: AMG G-Class costs RM3,211 yearly and reaches 240 km/h; Maybach EQS SUV costs RM1,840 yearly and reaches 210 km/h.
AMG G-Class
- Five seats and a 667-litre boot.
- 577 hp, 850 Nm twin-turbo V8 with 240 km/h top speed.
- Full-size spare tyre and 22-inch wheels.
- Costs RM860,000 more and has RM1,371 higher annual road tax.
- No EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
- Rear seats lack the Maybach EQS SUV's massage, ventilation and memory functions.
Maybach EQS SUV
- RM1,088,888 price, 560 km EV range and 200 kW DC charging.
- Two motors deliver 649 hp and 950 Nm; 0-100 km/h matches the G-Class at 4.4 seconds.
- Twin rear captain seats with massage, ventilation and memory, plus rear entertainment displays.
- Only four seats and a 440-litre boot, versus five seats and 667 litres.
- 210 km/h top speed is 30 km/h lower.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,948,888 | RM1,088,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM3,211 | RM1,840✓ |
| 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 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 649 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 950 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 118 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 560 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio 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 | 4.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 3,075 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 100 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 295/40R22 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/40R22 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control suspension | Self-levelling Airmatic Air Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 11 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Front Facing Airbags, 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two 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 | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| 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 | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated, Massaging and Memory Functions |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Individual Twin Captain Seats with Massaging, Ventilation and Memory |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 2 Wireless Chargers, 10 USB-C Ports |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, Heated and Cooled |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 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; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 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 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 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.
Used AMG G-Class & Maybach EQS SUV for sale
AMG G-Class vs Maybach EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class or Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV better?
The Maybach EQS SUV is the stronger buy for electric range, rear-seat equipment and price, at RM1,088,888 with 560 km range. The AMG G-Class is better if five seats, a 667-litre boot, a full-size spare and 240 km/h matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,948,888, while the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV costs RM1,088,888. The difference is RM860,000 in favour of the Maybach EQS SUV.
Which one is better for rear passengers?
The Maybach EQS SUV. It has individual rear captain seats with massage, ventilation and memory, dual-zone rear air-conditioning, rear entertainment displays, a rear tablet and 11 airbags. The AMG G-Class uses a 60:40 split-folding rear bench.
