Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz GLE costs RM110,112 less at RM498,888 and brings plug-in hybrid running, with a 31 kWh battery, 114 km EV range and 11 kW AC charging. Its RM440 annual road tax is far easier on Malaysian ownership costs than the Cayenne’s RM1,632. The Porsche Cayenne answers with 348 hp, 500 Nm and a 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time, beating the GLE’s 248 hp, 400 Nm and 6.1 seconds. It is also 555 kg lighter and has a much larger 772-litre boot, but the GLE’s 2,995 mm wheelbase and rear dual-zone climate control make it the more family-minded choice.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE if you want PHEV capability, 114 km of EV range, lower RM440 road tax and a RM110,112 saving.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you want the quicker 5.7-second sprint, 772-litre boot and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz GLE RM498,888; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power and torque: GLE 248 hp and 400 Nm; Cayenne 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: GLE 6.1 seconds; Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Road tax per year: GLE RM440; Cayenne RM1,632.
- Boot space: GLE 490 litres; Cayenne 772 litres.
- Kerb weight: GLE 2,685 kg; Cayenne 2,130 kg.
GLE
- 31 kWh battery with 114 km EV range and 11 kW AC charging.
- RM110,112 lower purchase price and RM1,192 lower annual road tax.
- Rear dual-zone climate control, panoramic sliding roof and ventilated massage front seats.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds versus 5.7 seconds.
- 490-litre boot is 282 litres smaller.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control.
Cayenne
- 348 hp and 500 Nm from its 3.0-litre V6.
- 772-litre boot and a 555 kg lower kerb weight.
- Adaptive cruise control, adaptive high beam and contactless powered boot operation.
- Costs RM110,112 more than the GLE.
- RM1,632 annual road tax is RM1,192 higher.
- No plug-in hybrid motor, battery or stated EV range.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,888✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 248 hp at 5,800 rpm | 348 hp at 5,300 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 500 Nm at 1,340 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 440 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 31 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 114 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,947 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,685 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/45R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/40R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Airmatic with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 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 on two rear passenger 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 | LED Reflectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 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 Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | 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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GLE vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE or Porsche Cayenne better?
The GLE is the better ownership-cost choice, costing RM110,112 less with RM440 annual road tax and 114 km EV range. Choose the Cayenne for stronger 348 hp and 500 Nm outputs, a 5.7-second sprint and a 772-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne costs RM609,000, which is RM110,112 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLE at RM498,888.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Porsche Cayenne has the bigger boot at 772 litres, versus 490 litres in the Mercedes-Benz GLE. That is a 282-litre advantage for the Cayenne.
