Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM50,888 dearer Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the proper seven-seat choice, with a 3,210 mm wheelbase, 800 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 673 km claimed range. Its 195-litre boot is small, however, and the 2,810 kg SUV is slower to 100 km/h at 6.1 seconds. The Porsche Macan Electric is the more compact five-seater at 4,784 mm long, yet carries 540 litres and reaches 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Its 270 kW DC charging rate also beats the Mercedes’ 200 kW figure.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, 800 Nm and the longer 673 km range.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you want the lower RM575,000 price, a 540-litre boot, faster acceleration and 270 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- Seating: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 7 seats; Porsche Macan Electric 5 seats.
- Range and battery: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 673 km and 118 kWh; Porsche Macan Electric 641 km and 100 kWh.
- DC charging: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 200 kW; Porsche Macan Electric 270 kW.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 6.1 seconds 0-100 km/h and 800 Nm; Porsche Macan Electric 5.7 seconds and 563 Nm.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 195 litres; Porsche Macan Electric 540 litres.
EQS SUV
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows.
- 673 km range from a 118 kWh battery.
- All-wheel drive and 800 Nm of motor torque.
- Costs RM50,888 more.
- 195-litre boot is 345 litres smaller.
- 200 kW DC charging is 70 kW below the Porsche.
Macan Electric
- RM575,000 price is RM50,888 lower.
- 540-litre boot and a shorter 4,784 mm body.
- 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 270 kW DC charging.
- Only five seats versus seven.
- 641 km range is 32 km shorter.
- Rear-wheel drive and 563 Nm trail the Mercedes’ all-wheel drive and 800 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM625,888 | RM575,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455 | RM455 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 355 hp | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm✓ | 563 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 118 kWh✓ | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 673 km✓ | 641 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | 270 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 220 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| 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 Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | Contactless Boot Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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EQS SUV vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The EQS SUV is better for seven-seat use, all-wheel drive, 800 Nm and a 673 km range. The Macan Electric is better for a lower purchase price, a 540-litre boot, faster 0-100 km/h acceleration and 270 kW DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM625,888 and the Porsche Macan Electric costs RM575,000, so the Mercedes carries a RM50,888 premium.
Which EV charges faster?
The Porsche Macan Electric has the higher DC charging rate at 270 kW, versus 200 kW for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. The Mercedes leads on AC charging, at 22 kW against 11 kW.
