Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV asks RM130,000 more, but its 118-kWh battery brings a 560-km range against the G-Class’s 473 km, while its 22-kW AC charging rating doubles the G-Class’s 11 kW. It is quicker too, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. The G-Class answers with four motors, 1,164 Nm, five seats and a much larger 667-litre boot. For Malaysian families carrying people and luggage, that practicality matters; for chauffeured luxury and longer EV trips, the Maybach is the stronger fit.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you need five seats, a 667-litre boot and its four-motor, 1,164-Nm drivetrain with G-Turn capability.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if rear-seat luxury, a 560-km EV range and faster 22-kW AC charging matter more than luggage capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888; Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV RM1,088,888.
- EV range and battery: G-Class 473 km from 116 kWh; Maybach EQS SUV 560 km from 118 kWh.
- Performance: G-Class 579 hp, 1,164 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds; Maybach EQS SUV 649 hp, 950 Nm and 4.4 seconds.
- AC charging and top speed: G-Class 11 kW and 180 km/h; Maybach EQS SUV 22 kW and 210 km/h.
- Seating and boot space: G-Class five seats and 667 litres; Maybach EQS SUV four seats and 440 litres.
- Size: G-Class is 4,613 mm long on a 2,890-mm wheelbase; Maybach EQS SUV is 5,125 mm long on a 3,210-mm wheelbase.
G-Class
- Five seats and a 667-litre boot
- Four motors with 1,164 Nm
- G-Turn capability and virtual locking differentials
- 473-km range trails the Maybach EQS SUV’s 560 km
- 11-kW AC charging is half the Maybach EQS SUV’s 22-kW rating
- Less rear-seat equipment than the Maybach EQS SUV
Maybach EQS SUV
- 560-km range from a 118-kWh battery
- 22-kW AC and 200-kW DC charging capability
- Twin rear captain seats with massage, ventilation and memory
- Four seats rather than the G-Class’s five
- 440-litre boot is 227 litres smaller than the G-Class’s
- Costs RM130,000 more and has RM500 higher annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM958,888✓ | RM1,088,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,340✓ | RM1,840 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 4 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 579 hp | 649 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 1,164 Nm✓ | 950 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 116 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 473 km | 560 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Two-speed Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,613 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 3,085 kg | 3,075 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 667 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/50R20 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/50R20 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Azenis FK520 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials | Self-levelling Airmatic Air Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 11 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Front Facing Airbags, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated, Massaging and Memory Functions |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Individual Twin Captain Seats with Massaging, Ventilation and Memory |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C | 2 Wireless Chargers, 10 USB-C Ports |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, Heated and Cooled |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System | 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 |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000 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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G-Class vs Maybach EQS SUV FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV better?
The Maybach EQS SUV is better for rear-seat luxury, range and charging, with 560 km of range and 22-kW AC charging. The G-Class is better for carrying five people and luggage, thanks to its 667-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV costs RM130,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Its annual road tax is also RM500 higher, at RM1,840 versus RM1,340.
Which one is quicker and more powerful?
The Maybach EQS SUV has 649 hp and reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, ahead of the G-Class’s 579 hp and 4.7 seconds. The G-Class has more torque, however, at 1,164 Nm versus 950 Nm.
