Verdict
The performance divide is enormous: the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE reaches 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds with 603 hp and 850 Nm, against the Porsche Cayenne’s 5.7 seconds, 348 hp and 500 Nm. For Malaysian buyers, the AMG GLE’s RM3,211 annual road tax is nearly double the Cayenne’s RM1,632, and it carries 320 kg more. The Cayenne answers with a 772-litre boot, 142 litres ahead, plus local CKD assembly. Both have all-wheel drive, air suspension and five seats; the real split is AMG pace versus lower-cost Cayenne ownership and greater luggage room.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE if 603 hp, 850 Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the RM582,888 price gap, higher road tax and a smaller boot.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you want the RM609,000 entry point, CKD assembly, a 772-litre boot and substantially lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM1,191,888; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 603 hp and 850 Nm; Porsche Cayenne 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 3.9 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE RM3,211; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632.
- 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 with a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Longer 2,995-mm wheelbase and 85-litre fuel tank.
- Head-up display, panoramic sliding glass roof and rear dual-zone climate control.
- Costs RM582,888 more.
- 320 kg heavier.
- 630-litre boot is 142 litres smaller.
Cayenne
- RM609,000 price and RM1,632 annual road tax.
- 772-litre boot and 320 kg lower weight.
- Malaysia CKD assembly and a five-star EuroNCAP rating.
- 348 hp and 500 Nm trail the AMG GLE by 255 hp and 350 Nm.
- 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.8 seconds slower.
- No rear air-conditioning, head-up display or panoramic sunroof listed.
| 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✓ | 348 hp |
| Torque | 850 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 21 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | — |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Porsche Cayenne is the better fit for most buyers because it costs far less, has lower road tax and a bigger boot. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE only if its 603 hp, 850 Nm and 3.9-second sprint are central to the purchase.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE costs RM1,191,888 and the Porsche Cayenne costs RM609,000, making the AMG GLE RM582,888 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres, compared with 630 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE. That is a 142-litre advantage for the Cayenne.
