Verdict
At RM430,800 against RM443,888, the BMW i4 M50 costs RM13,088 less yet reaches 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, 0.7 seconds ahead of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, its 83.9-kWh battery, quoted 510-km range and 200-kW DC charging make a strong case. The AMG counters with a lower RM380 annual road tax, a 250-km/h top speed and a four-year warranty, versus RM1,065, 225 km/h and two years for the BMW. It is close on space, but the i4's 470-litre boot beats 455 litres.
Pick the BMW i4 M50 if you can charge regularly and want 537 hp, 795 Nm, a quoted 510-km EV range and quicker 3.9-second acceleration for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you prefer its 402-hp 2.0-litre mild-hybrid petrol drivetrain, RM685 lower annual road tax, 250-km/h top speed and four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 M50 RM430,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM443,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i4 M50 3.9 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 4.6 seconds.
- Powertrain: BMW i4 M50 has two motors producing 537 hp and 795 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has a 1,999-cc mild-hybrid petrol engine rated at 402 hp and 500…
- Energy storage: BMW i4 M50 has an 83.9-kWh battery, 510-km EV range and 200-kW DC charging; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has a 50-litre fuel tank.
- Annual road tax: BMW i4 M50 RM1,065; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM380.
- Warranty: BMW i4 M50 has a two-year vehicle warranty; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has a four-year vehicle warranty.
i4 M50
- RM13,088 cheaper with faster 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 83.9-kWh battery, quoted 510-km range and 200-kW DC charging.
- 470-litre boot and 17-speaker 525W Harman Kardon audio.
- RM1,065 annual road tax versus RM380.
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus four years.
- 225-km/h top speed versus 250 km/h.
AMG C-Class
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Lower RM380 annual road tax and 250-km/h top speed.
- Head-up display, electric steering adjustment and 64-colour ambient lighting.
- Costs RM13,088 more yet takes 4.6 seconds to reach 100 km/h versus 3.9 seconds.
- 455-litre boot is 15 litres smaller.
- No quoted EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM430,800✓ | RM443,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,065 | RM380✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 402 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 537 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 510 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | eDrive | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 1 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BMW AG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 seconds✓ | 4.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,290 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres✓ | 455 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/35R20 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R20 | 265/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flat | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Aerodynamic Style 862 2-tone Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Aerodynamic Style 862 2-tone Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, Variable Sport Steering | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist and Cross Traffic Detection (5 km/h to 250 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Exterior Loudspeaker for Pedestrians, Active Protection | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive Laser High Beam | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (6 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular, with Reversing Assist | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, BMW IconicSounds Electric | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 6-year/100,000 km Free Service Package, 8-year/100,000 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.
Used i4 M50 & AMG C-Class for sale
i4 M50 vs AMG C-Class FAQ
Is the BMW i4 M50 or Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class better?
The BMW i4 M50 is the stronger pick if home or destination charging suits your routine: it is cheaper, faster and has a quoted 510-km EV range. Choose the AMG C-Class for lower annual road tax, a longer vehicle warranty and its petrol mild-hybrid drivetrain.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i4 M50 is RM13,088 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
Which one is quicker and more practical?
The i4 M50 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds against 4.6 seconds. It also has a 470-litre boot, 15 litres more than the AMG C-Class's 455 litres, while the Mercedes has a 9-mm longer wheelbase.