BMW i5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
Verdict
The BMW i5 is the calmer long-distance buy: it costs RM368,800 against RM449,888, goes 627 km versus 487 km, and its 22 kW AC charging doubles the Hyundai’s 11 kW for home or office wallboxes. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is the fast one, with two motors, AWD, 601 hp/740 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds; it also takes up to 350 kW DC and has V2L. For Malaysia, the BMW saves RM81,088 and RM1,045 a year in road tax.
i5
Pick the BMW i5 if you want the longer-range executive EV, lower price, lower road tax and stronger AC charging for daily use.
Ioniq 6 N
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if you want the much quicker dual-motor AWD sedan, faster DC charging and V2L capability.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i5 RM368,800; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM449,888
- Output: BMW i5 335 hp/430 Nm; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 601 hp/740 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i5 6.0 seconds; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 3.2 seconds
- EV range: BMW i5 627 km; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 487 km
- Charging: BMW i5 22 kW AC/205 kW DC; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 11 kW AC/350 kW DC
- Road tax: BMW i5 RM395 a year; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM1,440 a year
i5
- 627 km EV range beats the Hyundai’s 487 km
- 22 kW AC charging is stronger than the Hyundai’s 11 kW
- Powered front seats with memory, navigation and powered steering adjustment are included
- Much slower: 6.0 seconds to 100 km/h versus 3.2 seconds
- Lower output at 335 hp and 430 Nm versus 601 hp and 740 Nm
- DC charging peaks at 205 kW versus 350 kW
Ioniq 6 N
- Two motors and AWD, against the BMW’s single-motor RWD layout
- 601 hp and 740 Nm give it a big performance advantage
- 350 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L are useful extras
- Costs RM81,088 more than the BMW i5
- Shorter EV range at 487 km versus 627 km
- 11 kW AC charging is half the BMW’s 22 kW rate
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 368,800✓ | RM 449,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp | 601 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 740 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Nickel Manganese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 84 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 627 km✓ | 487 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 205 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | 3.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 257 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,935 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,965 mm |
| Weight | 2,205 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 275/35R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 275/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elekt | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Forged Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Forged Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three-Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-Folding with Heating Function |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (655W) | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System |
| 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 with Pop-out Door Handles |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 |
| 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✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 395✓ | RM 1,440 |
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.
i5 vs Ioniq 6 N FAQ
Is the BMW i5 or Hyundai Ioniq 6 N better?
For most Malaysian buyers, the BMW i5 is the better daily EV because it is cheaper, has 627 km range and costs less in road tax. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is better if acceleration, AWD and 350 kW DC charging matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i5 costs RM368,800, while the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM449,888. That makes the Hyundai RM81,088 more expensive.
Which one has the longer EV range?
The BMW i5 has the longer quoted EV range at 627 km. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is rated at 487 km, so the BMW has a 140 km advantage on paper.