Verdict
For Malaysian buyers able to charge at home or work, the EQA makes the stronger everyday case: its 66.5 kWh battery delivers a quoted 429 km, and RM160 annual road tax is RM276 lower. The AMG GLA answers with far more pace, reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds against 8.9 seconds, plus 435 litres of boot space. Its RM67,000 premium buys 302 hp, all-wheel drive, adaptive dampers and a 12-speaker Burmester system; take it if those matter more than the EQA's electric driving and quoted range.
EQA
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want 429 km of quoted electric range, lower RM160 road tax and a RM67,000 saving.
AMG GLA
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA if you want 302 hp, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: RM296,888 for the EQA versus RM363,888 for the AMG GLA.
- 0-100 km/h: 8.9 seconds for the EQA versus 5.2 seconds for the AMG GLA.
- Driveline: front-wheel drive for the EQA versus all-wheel drive for the AMG GLA.
- Boot space: 340 litres for the EQA versus 435 litres for the AMG GLA.
- Annual road tax: RM160 for the EQA versus RM436 for the AMG GLA.
- Wheels: 19-inch alloys on the EQA versus 20-inch alloys on the AMG GLA.
EQA
- 429 km quoted range from a 66.5 kWh battery.
- RM160 annual road tax.
- Head-up display and heated memory front seats.
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.2 seconds.
- 340-litre boot is 95 litres smaller.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
AMG GLA
- 302 hp and 400 Nm, with a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive with adaptive dampers.
- 435-litre boot, 360-degree camera and 12-speaker 710W Burmester audio.
- Costs RM67,000 more.
- RM436 annual road tax is RM276 higher.
- No head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,888✓ | RM363,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM436 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbocharger with Mild Hybrid Assistance and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 429 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed AMG Speedshift DCT |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,040 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 340 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 20" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive 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 Memory Function, Heated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger | Qi Wireless Charger, MBUX Interior Assistant |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
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 EQA & AMG GLA for sale
EQA vs AMG GLA FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA better?
The EQA is the better choice for quoted EV range, lower road tax and price. Choose the AMG GLA if outright pace, all-wheel drive, adaptive damping and the larger 435-litre boot are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The EQA costs RM67,000 less: RM296,888 against RM363,888 for the AMG GLA.
How does the EQA charge compared with the AMG GLA?
The EQA supports 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging from its 66.5 kWh battery, with a quoted 429 km range. The AMG GLA has no stated battery capacity, EV range or AC/DC charging rate.
