Verdict
At RM873,888, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe costs RM124,888 more than the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric. The Porsche is also quicker to 100 km/h by 0.2 seconds, has a 113-kWh battery with 661 km of EV range, and can DC-charge at up to 390 kW. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, that is the stronger everyday proposition. The Mercedes counters with a 655-litre boot, 71 litres more luggage room, and a 250 km/h top speed. Choose its petrol-hybrid layout if charging access is the deciding constraint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe if you need the larger 655-litre boot, a 250 km/h top speed and petrol-hybrid running without relying on charging.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric if you have dependable charging and want to spend RM124,888 less for 661 km of EV range and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe RM873,888; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric RM749,000.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe RM1,638; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric RM665.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 5.0 seconds; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 4.8 seconds.
- Top speed: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 250 km/h; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 230 km/h.
- Battery capacity: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 0.9 kWh; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 113 kWh.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe 655 litres; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 584 litres.
AMG GLE Coupe
- 655-litre boot, 71 litres larger
- 250 km/h top speed
- 18-way front seats with memory, massage, heating and ventilation
- RM124,888 higher purchase price
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM665
- 0.9-kWh battery versus 113 kWh
Cayenne Coupe Electric
- RM124,888 lower purchase price
- 661 km EV range and up to 390 kW DC charging
- 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 584-litre boot, 71 litres smaller
- 230 km/h top speed, 20 km/h lower
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM873,888 | RM749,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,638 | RM665✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Electric Compressor, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 429 hp at 5,800 rpm | — |
| Torque | 560 Nm at 2,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 20 hp | 436 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 835 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | 113 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 661 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 390 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,939 mm | 4,985 mm |
| Width | 2,010 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm | 3,023 mm |
| Weight | 2,325 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 655 litres✓ | 584 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/40ZR22 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 325/35ZR22 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Slovakia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | — |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam | — |
| Taillamps | Full LED | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable with Memory, Massage, Heating and Ventilation | — |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) | 14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Extended | 2 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.
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AMG GLE Coupe vs Cayenne Coupe Electric FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe or Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric better?
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric is the better choice for buyers with dependable charging, thanks to its RM124,888 lower price, 661 km EV range and 4.8-second sprint. Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe for its larger boot and petrol-hybrid format.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe costs RM124,888 more than the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE Coupe has the larger boot at 655 litres, compared with 584 litres in the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric.