Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BMW i7 is the rational luxury flagship: at RM714,800, it costs RM1,524,088 less than the RM2,238,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class, while its 625 km EV range, 195 kW DC charging and 525-litre boot suit long-distance use better. The AMG is the much harder-charging choice, hitting 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds against 4.7 seconds and reaching 290 km/h. It also brings far richer rear-seat equipment, but its RM6,549 annual road tax is RM5,534 higher.
i7
Pick the BMW i7 if you want 625 km of electric range, 195 kW DC charging and a RM1.52 million lower purchase price.
AMG S-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class if outright pace and its heated, ventilated and massaging rear seats matter more than price and electric range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM2,238,888.
- EV range: BMW i7 625 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 31 km.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i7 4.7 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 3.3 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW i7 240 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 290 km/h.
- Boot space: BMW i7 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class 350 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015; Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class RM6,549.
i7
- 625 km EV range and 195 kW DC charging
- RM1,524,088 lower price
- 525-litre boot
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 4.7 seconds versus 3.3 seconds
- Heavier at 2,715 kg versus 2,385 kg
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years
AMG S-Class
- 3.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint and 290 km/h top speed
- Heated, ventilated and massaging outer rear seats with left-side ottoman
- 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D sound system plus rear displays
- RM1,524,088 more expensive
- 31 km EV range versus 625 km
- 350-litre boot versus 525 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800✓ | RM2,238,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM6,549 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing and PHEV assistance |
| Capacity | — | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 603 hp |
| Torque | — | 900 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 536 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 13.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 625 km✓ | 31 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 195 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds | 3.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 290 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 5,289 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,954 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 3,216 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 350 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" AMG Cross-spoke Forged Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Rear Passengers, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Left Cushion |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | LED combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory, Heating and Massage Functions; Pillow Headrests; Passenger Seat Adjustment from Rear Seats |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | Power Adjustable Outer Rear Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation, Massage and One-touch Recline Functions; Folding Rear Pillow Headrests with Built-in Neck Warmers; Powered Ottoman and Leg Rest for Left Seat with Massage Function; Centre Load-through |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Balance Perfume System and Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 4 Front USB-C, 6 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | Double Sun Visors, Powered Rear Windscreen and Rear Door Window Sunshades |
| 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; 11" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker Burmester 3D Surround Sound System (710 Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| 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.
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i7 vs AMG S-Class FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class better?
The BMW i7 is better for electric range, charging, luggage space and purchase cost. The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is better for acceleration, top speed and rear-seat luxury equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class costs RM2,238,888, which is RM1,524,088 more than the BMW i7 at RM714,800.
Which is better for electric driving in Malaysia?
The BMW i7 is the clear choice, with 625 km of EV range and 195 kW DC charging. The Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class is a plug-in hybrid with 31 km of EV range and no DC charging rate stated.