Verdict
The BMW i4 is RM73,088 cheaper at RM294,800 and makes the stronger case if home or workplace charging suits your routine: its 70.3-kWh battery is rated for 500 km, with 11-kW AC and 180-kW DC charging. Its 282-hp, 400-Nm rear motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 6.0 seconds, 1.5 seconds ahead of the E-Class. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the roomier executive sedan, however, stretching 166 mm longer with a 105-mm longer wheelbase and a 540-litre boot. It also gets nine airbags and a four-year warranty, but costs RM367,888.
The E-Class E350e AMG Line (RM418,888) sits above every i4 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the BMW i4 if you can charge regularly and want RM73,088 back in your pocket, a 500-km EV range and a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if rear-cabin space, its 540-litre boot, nine airbags and a four-year warranty matter more than the price gap and EV running.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Performance: BMW i4 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds; Mercedes-Benz E-Class in 7.5 seconds.
- Range/fuel: BMW i4 has a 70.3-kWh battery and 500-km EV range; Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a 66-litre petrol tank.
- Size: BMW i4 is 4,783 mm long with a 2,856-mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 4,949 mm long with a 2,961-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BMW i4 470 litres; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 540 litres.
- Safety/warranty: BMW i4 has six airbags and a two-year warranty; Mercedes-Benz E-Class has nine airbags and a four-year warranty.
i4
- RM73,088 lower purchase price.
- 500-km stated EV range; 11-kW AC and 180-kW DC charging.
- Quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and head-up display.
- 470-litre boot is 70 litres smaller.
- Six airbags versus nine.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
E-Class
- 540-litre boot and 105-mm longer wheelbase.
- Nine airbags and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
- 240 km/h top speed; powered front seats for driver and passenger.
- Costs RM73,088 more.
- 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.5 seconds slower.
- No stated EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
What the i4 has over the E-Class
What the E-Class has over the i4
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The E-Class's wheelbase is 105 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the E-Class: 540 litres against 470.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM294,800✓ | RM367,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM380 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,010/mo✓ | RM3,755/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM7,913✓ | RM9,878 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,249 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.25 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM47,335 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 25 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 500 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | 22 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 19 inch | 22 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 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 | Adaptive LED Projectors | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | BMW Laser LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver's Side Memory | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| 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 AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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. 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 November 2026.
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Is the BMW i4 or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The BMW i4 is the better buy for a buyer with regular charging, thanks to its RM294,800 price, 500-km EV range and 6.0-second sprint. Choose the E-Class for its larger 540-litre boot, longer wheelbase, nine airbags and four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM367,888, which is RM73,088 more than the BMW i4 at RM294,800.
Which has more boot space?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the larger boot at 540 litres, beating the BMW i4's 470 litres by 70 litres.
How long does charging take?
The i4's 70.3 kWh battery takes about 6.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 25 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 180 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The E-Class is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the i4 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.