Verdict
The RM30,000 gap is not just a straight-line performance upgrade. The GLE400e AMG Line costs RM498,888, has a 31 kWh battery and a claimed 114 km EV range, while its RM440 annual road tax is far easier to stomach than the GLE 450’s RM1,638. The GLE 450 counters with 375 hp, 500 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time, plus Multibeam LEDs, adaptive cruise control and contactless boot opening. For a Malaysian owner able to charge regularly, the 400e is the smarter buy; choose the 450 for its stronger six-cylinder pace and extra kit.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line if you can charge at home or work and want 114 km of claimed EV range, RM30,000 savings and RM440 annual road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD if you want the 375 hp inline-six, 5.6-second 0-100 km/h pace, Multibeam LEDs and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: RM498,888 for the GLE400e AMG Line versus RM528,888 for the GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD.
- Engine output: 248 hp and 400 Nm from the GLE400e’s 1,999 cc inline-four versus 375 hp and 500 Nm from the GLE 450’s 2,999 cc inline-six.
- Motor and battery: 154 hp, 440 Nm and 31 kWh in the GLE400e versus 20 hp, 200 Nm and 0.9 kWh in the GLE 450.
- EV range: 114 km for the GLE400e versus no quoted EV range for the GLE 450.
- Performance: 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds and a 210 km/h top speed for the GLE400e versus 5.6 seconds and 250 km/h for the GLE 450.
- Driver assistance and lighting: passive cruise control and LED reflectors on the GLE400e versus adaptive cruise control and Multibeam LED projectors on the GLE…
GLE400e AMG Line
- RM30,000 cheaper to buy
- 31 kWh battery with 114 km claimed EV range
- RM440 annual road tax
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.6 seconds
- LED reflector headlamps instead of Multibeam LED projectors
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD
- 375 hp and 500 Nm inline-six
- Multibeam LED projectors and adaptive cruise control
- Contactless powered boot opening
- RM30,000 higher purchase price
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM440
- 0.9 kWh battery and no quoted EV range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,888✓ | RM528,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance | 32-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 248 hp at 5,800 rpm | 375 hp at 5,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 500 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 154 hp✓ | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | 440 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 31 kWh✓ | 0.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 114 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,924 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 1,947 mm | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,772 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 2,685 kg | 2,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/45R21 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/40R21 | 315/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/a, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental SportContact 6 |
| 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" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Airmatic with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 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 | LED Reflectors | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades | Powered Rear Door Window Sunshades |
| Audio | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System |
| 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 | Keyless Push 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 Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 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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GLE400e AMG Line vs GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line or Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD better?
The GLE400e AMG Line is better for regular charging and lower running tax, thanks to its 31 kWh battery, 114 km claimed EV range and RM440 road tax. The GLE 450 is better for performance and equipment, with 375 hp, Multibeam LEDs and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD costs RM30,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400e AMG Line.
Which GLE has lower annual road tax and can travel on electric power?
The GLE400e AMG Line has RM440 annual road tax, against RM1,638 for the GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line CKD. It also has a 31 kWh battery and a claimed 114 km EV range; the GLE 450 has a 0.9 kWh battery and no quoted EV range.
