Verdict
The BMW i5 costs RM368,800, RM11,088 less than the RM379,888 Mercedes-Benz EQE. Its 335 hp, 6.0-second century sprint, 205 kW DC charging ceiling and 490-litre boot suit buyers who prioritise brisker motorway overtakes and practical luggage space. The EQE counters with a 90.6 kWh battery for 669 km of range, against 627 km from the i5’s 83.9 kWh pack, plus a four-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/250,000-km battery cover. For long-distance Malaysian use, that range and warranty margin are meaningful.
i5
Pick the BMW i5 if faster 205 kW DC charging, a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and a 490-litre boot matter more than maximum range.
EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if its 669 km range, 565 Nm torque and longer vehicle and battery warranty coverage are your priorities.
Key differences
- Motor output: BMW i5 335 hp and 430 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Battery and range: BMW i5 83.9 kWh and 627 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE 90.6 kWh and 669 km.
- DC charging: BMW i5 205 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQE 170 kW.
- Performance: BMW i5 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and 193 km/h; Mercedes-Benz EQE 6.4 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Space: BMW i5 has a 2,995 mm wheelbase and 490-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz EQE has a 3,120 mm wheelbase and 430-litre boot.
- Warranty: BMW i5 gets two years and an 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Mercedes-Benz EQE gets four years and a 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty.
i5
- 335 hp and a quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- 205 kW DC charging rate
- 490-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and rear sun shades
- 627 km range trails the EQE’s 669 km
- Two-year vehicle warranty and 8-year/160,000-km battery cover are shorter
EQE
- 669 km EV range from a 90.6 kWh battery
- Four-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/250,000-km battery cover
- Rear-wheel steering, heated front seats and extra knee airbag
- 170 kW DC charging rate is below the i5’s 205 kW
- 430-litre boot is 60 litres smaller than the i5’s
- 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time is slower than the i5’s 6.0 seconds
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,800✓ | RM379,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 90.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 627 km | 669 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 205 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 | 193 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,205 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elekt | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and 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, 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 | 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 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 | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports 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 |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| 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) | 12.8" 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 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 |
| 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 | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Powered 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, 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 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery |
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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i5 vs EQE FAQ
Is the BMW i5 or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The BMW i5 is better for quicker acceleration, faster DC charging and boot capacity. The Mercedes-Benz EQE is better for range, torque and warranty coverage, making it the stronger long-distance choice.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM11,088 more than the BMW i5.
Which has the longer EV range?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE has the longer claimed range at 669 km, 42 km more than the BMW i5’s 627 km. Its battery is also larger at 90.6 kWh versus 83.9 kWh.