Verdict
The Cayenne has a 29% bigger boot, the AMG GLC Coupe is about 18% cheaper, while the AMG GLC Coupe is 16% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the AMG GLC Coupe has over the Cayenne
SunroofRear Air-conHead-up Display
What the Cayenne has over the AMG GLC Coupe
Airbag Disable FunctionPower Door
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Cayenne is 304 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Cayenne: 772 litres against 545.
AMG GLC Coupe 4,763 × 1,890 × 1,699 mm · wheelbase 2,888 mmCayenne 4,930 × 2,194 × 1,698 mm · wheelbase 2,895 mm
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,888✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440✓ | RM1,632 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM5,095/mo✓ | RM6,215/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM13,284✓ | RM16,181 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | — | RM4,298 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM21.49 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM110,555 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 416 hp at 6,750 rpm✓ | 348 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 500 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 13 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 150 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 248 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,763 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 545 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 22 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 22 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:20 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose 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 | Push Start Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
