Verdict
The BMW i4 costs RM85,088 less at RM294,800, yet reaches 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, 0.4 seconds ahead of the EQE. The Mercedes-Benz EQE justifies its RM379,888 asking price for buyers who need its 90.6 kWh battery and 669 km range, against 70.3 kWh and 500 km. Its 22 kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering and four-year warranty suit a more expensive executive EV brief. But the i4 counters with a larger 470-litre boot and faster 180 kW DC charging.
i4
Pick the BMW i4 if you want the RM85,088 saving, quicker 6.0-second acceleration, a 470-litre boot and 180 kW DC charging.
EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if 669 km range, 22 kW AC charging, 565 Nm and rear-wheel steering matter more than the higher outlay.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800; Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888.
- Battery and range: BMW i4 70.3 kWh and 500 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE 90.6 kWh and 669 km.
- Motor output: BMW i4 282 hp and 400 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Charging: BMW i4 11 kW AC and 180 kW DC; Mercedes-Benz EQE 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC.
- Performance and speed: BMW i4 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and 190 km/h; Mercedes-Benz EQE 6.4 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Practicality: BMW i4 has a 470-litre boot and 2,856 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz EQE has a 430-litre boot and 3,120 mm wheelbase.
i4
- RM85,088 lower purchase price.
- Quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 180 kW DC charging.
- 470-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seat split and five doors.
- 500 km range trails the EQE's 669 km.
- 11 kW AC charging is half the EQE's 22 kW rate.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the EQE's four years.
EQE
- 669 km range from a 90.6 kWh battery.
- 565 Nm torque, 22 kW AC charging and rear-wheel steering.
- Heated front seats, 15-speaker 710-watt Burmester audio and four-year manufacturer warranty.
- RM85,088 higher purchase price.
- 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.4 seconds behind the i4.
- 430-litre boot is 40 litres smaller, while 170 kW DC charging trails the i4's 180 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 294,800✓ | RM 379,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | 288 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | 90.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 500 km | 669 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW✓ | 170.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, 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 for 2nd Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| 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 Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| 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 Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 305 | RM 305 |
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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i4 vs EQE FAQ
Is the BMW i4 or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The i4 is the sharper buy on acceleration, boot space and DC charging. Choose the EQE if its 169 km range advantage, 22 kW AC charging, 565 Nm and rear-wheel steering are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM85,088 more than the BMW i4.
Which has the better EV warranty?
The EQE has the longer standard manufacturer warranty at four years versus two years for the i4. Its EV battery warranty is also longer at 10 years or 250,000 km, against eight years or 160,000 km.