Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the more rational Malaysian choice at RM296,888: its 66.5 kWh battery delivers a claimed 429 km range, accepts 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging, and carries an eight-year/160,000 km traction-battery warranty. Its annual road tax is also RM160 against RM436. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA costs RM67,000 more, but its 302 hp, 400 Nm turbo petrol hybrid powertrain, all-wheel drive and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time make it far quicker. It also brings a 435-litre boot, adaptive dampers and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you can charge regularly and want 429 km of claimed EV range, lower RM160 annual road tax and an eight-year traction-battery warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA if 302 hp, all-wheel drive, a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time and a larger 435-litre boot matter more than EV driving.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA RM363,888.
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz EQA has a 188 hp, 375 Nm electric motor; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has a 302 hp, 400 Nm 1,991 cc turbo petrol hybrid powertrain.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQA does 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and reaches 160 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA does 5.2 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Driveline: Mercedes-Benz EQA is front-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQA has 340 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has 435 litres.
- Road tax: Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM160 per year; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA costs RM436 per year.
EQA
- 66.5 kWh battery with 429 km claimed EV range
- 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging
- Head-up display, heated front seats and contactless powered boot
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.2 seconds
- 340-litre boot is 95 litres smaller
- 2,040 kg kerb weight is 360 kg higher
AMG GLA
- 302 hp, 400 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 435-litre boot and 360-degree camera
- AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers and 12-speaker 710W Burmester audio
- Costs RM67,000 more
- 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 | — | 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 |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh✓ | 1 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 | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 better for regular home or destination charging, lower road tax and claimed 429 km EV range. Choose the AMG GLA for much stronger acceleration, all-wheel drive, adaptive damping and 95 litres more boot space.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA costs RM67,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQA.
Which is quicker, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is much quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds versus 8.9 seconds for the EQA. Its top speed is also 250 km/h, compared with 160 km/h.
