Verdict
For the Malaysian buyer chasing outright pace, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE’s 603 hp, 850 Nm V8 and 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time are in a different league from the Cayenne’s 348 hp, 500 Nm and 5.7 seconds. But the Porsche Cayenne is 320 kg lighter, carries 142 litres more luggage and costs far less to tax each year. The AMG brings a longer 2,995-mm wheelbase, ventilated front seats and a head-up display; the Cayenne is the more rational executive SUV.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if 603 hp, 850 Nm, a 3.9-second sprint and its richer cabin equipment matter more than cost and boot space.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you want 772 litres of boot space, a 2,130-kg kerb weight and substantially lower purchase and annual road-tax bills.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 603 hp; Porsche Cayenne 348 hp.
- Torque: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 850 Nm; Porsche Cayenne 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 3.9 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Kerb weight: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 2,450 kg; Porsche Cayenne 2,130 kg.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 630 litres; Porsche Cayenne 772 litres.
AMG GLE
- 603 hp and 850 Nm from a 3,982-cc twin-turbo V8
- 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Head-up display, panoramic roof and ventilated front seats
- RM582,888 more expensive
- RM3,211 annual road tax versus RM1,632
- 630-litre boot is 142 litres smaller
Cayenne
- RM609,000 CKD price
- 772-litre boot
- 2,130 kg kerb weight and 10.8 L/100 km rated economy
- 348 hp and 500 Nm trail the AMG GLE’s 603 hp and 850 Nm
- 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.8 seconds slower
- No head-up display, rear air-conditioning or sunroof
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,191,888 | RM609,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM3,211 | RM1,632✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 603 hp at 5,750 rpm✓ | 348 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 850 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ | 500 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 84 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 21 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 248 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 2,156 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,450 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 285/40R22 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35R22 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control+ | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating and Ventilation | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose 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 | Push Start 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 with Contactless Opening | Powered with Contactless 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 Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | 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 | 4 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.
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AMG GLE vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE or Porsche Cayenne better?
The AMG GLE is better for outright performance and cabin equipment, with 603 hp, 850 Nm and a 3.9-second sprint. The Cayenne is the better practical and cost-conscious choice, weighing 2,130 kg and carrying 772 litres of luggage.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE costs RM1,191,888 and the Porsche Cayenne costs RM609,000, so the gap is RM582,888 in the Porsche’s favour.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
Both get a four-year manufacturer warranty, but the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE has unlimited mileage coverage. The Porsche Cayenne warranty is limited to 100,000 km.
