BMW i4 vs Mazda 6 Sedan
Verdict
The BMW i4 is the fast, rear-driven EV play: 282 hp, 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, a 70.3 kWh battery and 500 km of range. The Mazda 6 Sedan is the calmer petrol saloon, with 163 hp, 10.5 seconds to 100 km/h, 5.7 L/100 km and a 62-litre tank. The RM114,441 gap is big; the BMW buys pace and EV running, while the Mazda gives more boot space and a longer warranty.
i4
Pick the BMW i4 if you want the stronger, quicker rear-wheel-drive EV with 500 km of range.
6 Sedan
Pick the Mazda 6 Sedan if you want the cheaper petrol sedan with a bigger boot and five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800 | Mazda 6 Sedan RM180,359
- Power: BMW i4 282 hp | Mazda 6 Sedan 163 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i4 6.0 s | Mazda 6 Sedan 10.5 s
- Driven wheels: BMW i4 rear-wheel drive | Mazda 6 Sedan front-wheel drive
- Boot space: BMW i4 470 L | Mazda 6 Sedan 489 L
- Warranty: BMW i4 2 years | Mazda 6 Sedan 5 years
i4
- Much quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- 500 km EV range from a 70.3 kWh battery
- Rear-wheel drive
- Costs RM114,441 more
- Shorter two-year warranty
- Boot is smaller at 470 litres
6 Sedan
- Lower purchase price
- Bigger 489-litre boot
- Longer five-year warranty
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 163 hp output
- Front-wheel drive, not rear-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 294,800 | RM 180,359✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 163 hp |
| Torque | — | 213 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 500 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 10.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,865 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 2,830 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 1,393 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 489 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, 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 for 2nd Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | BMW Laser LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver's Side Memory | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | MZD Connect Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 305✓ | RM 379 |
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.
i4 vs 6 Sedan FAQ
Is the BMW i4 or Mazda 6 Sedan better?
The BMW i4 is better for performance and EV driving, with 282 hp, 500 km range and a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mazda 6 Sedan is better if price, boot space and warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i4 costs RM294,800, while the Mazda 6 Sedan costs RM180,359. That makes the BMW RM114,441 more expensive.
Which is quicker?
The BMW i4 is much quicker. It does 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, compared with 10.5 seconds for the Mazda 6 Sedan.