Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C200 AMG Line costs RM292,888, against RM338,888 for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e AMG Line CKD. The RM46,000 gap buys the C350e’s 25.4 kWh battery, 117 km EV range, 129 hp motor and 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time. It also brings a four-year manufacturer warranty, matrix LED headlamps and a panoramic sunroof. But its annual road tax is RM380 rather than RM90, and its 355-litre boot gives away 100 litres to the C200. For buyers unable to make regular use of charging, the C200 is the simpler choice.
C200 AMG Line
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C200 AMG Line if you want the lower RM292,888 entry price, RM90 annual road tax and a larger 455-litre boot.
C350e AMG Line CKD
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e AMG Line CKD if you can use its 117 km EV range and want quicker acceleration plus more equipment.
Key differences
- Price: RM292,888 for the C200 AMG Line versus RM338,888 for the C350e AMG Line CKD.
- Electrification: the C200 has a 20 hp motor and no stated EV range; the C350e has a 129 hp motor, 25.4 kWh battery and 117 km EV range.
- 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds for the C200 versus 6.1 seconds for the C350e.
- Boot space: 455 litres in the C200 versus 355 litres in the C350e.
- Manufacturer warranty: two years for the C200 versus four years for the C350e.
- Audio: eight speakers in the C200 versus six speakers in the C350e.
C200 AMG Line
- RM90 annual road tax.
- 455-litre boot is 100 litres larger.
- Eight-speaker audio system.
- 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time trails the C350e’s 6.1 seconds.
- No stated EV range or AC charging capability.
- Passive cruise control rather than subscription-based adaptive cruise control.
C350e AMG Line CKD
- 117 km EV range from a 25.4 kWh battery.
- 6.1-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Matrix LED headlamps, panoramic sunroof and heated front sports seats.
- RM380 annual road tax versus RM90.
- 355-litre boot is 100 litres smaller.
- Six speakers versus the C200’s eight.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM292,888✓ | RM338,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm | 204 hp at 5,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 78 mm × 78.3 mm | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 129 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 25.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 117 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-TRONIC |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 0.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 246 km/h✓ | 245 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 13 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,751 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 2,033 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,438 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,650 kg | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 455 litres✓ | 355 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 225/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Michelin Primacy 4 MO |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" AMG Five-spoke 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" AMG Five-spoke 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Agility Control Suspension with Selective Damping System | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes (7 to 250 km/h), with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (7 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Collision Prevention, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Prevention, Active Bonnet |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Matrix LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | Power Adjustable Front Sports Seats, Heated with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Powered Rear Sun Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Sun Shades |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto-dimming Mirrors, Qi Wireless Charger, Fingerprint Scanner |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 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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C200 AMG Line vs C350e AMG Line CKD FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C200 AMG Line or Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e AMG Line CKD better?
The C350e AMG Line CKD is better for drivers who can use its 117 km EV range and want stronger acceleration. The C200 AMG Line is better for lower road tax and a 455-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The C350e AMG Line CKD costs RM46,000 more than the C200 AMG Line: RM338,888 versus RM292,888.
Which C-Class has more luggage space?
The C200 AMG Line has the larger boot at 455 litres. The C350e AMG Line CKD has 355 litres, a 100-litre shortfall.
