Verdict
The i5 is about 37% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The A6 sport 3.0 TFSI quattro (RM603,172) sits above every i5 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the A6 has over the i5
What the i5 has over the A6
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The i5's wheelbase is 71 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the A6: 530 litres against 490.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM589,900 | RM368,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,118 | RM395✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM6,020/mo | RM3,765/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM15,684 | RM9,837✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,866 | RM1,189✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.33 | RM5.95✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM103,336 | RM57,103✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 3.8 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 30 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 340 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,370 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.5 mm × 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 16 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 60 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 0.5 kWh | 83.9 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 627 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 205 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 193 km/h |
| Co2 | 172 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,939 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,457 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,924 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 1,760 kg | 2,205 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 530 litres✓ | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R20 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R20 | 275/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero Elekt |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5 Spoke V Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5 Spoke V Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Dampers, Dynamic All-wheel Steering | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Audi pre sense rear | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window shades | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI navigation plus with 8.6" MMI touch response, 730 watt Bang & Olufsen sound system with 16 speakers | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (655W) |
| 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Soft-close Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Audi virtual cockpit | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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A6 vs i5 FAQ
How long does charging take?
The i5's 83.9 kWh battery takes about 3.8 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 205 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The i5 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the A6 is fully imported (CBU) from Germany. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The A6 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the i5. i5: 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery.