Verdict
The BMW iX costs RM57,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but brings a 100.6-kWh battery, 602 km EV range and 175-kW DC charging for buyers able to charge at home or on the road. Its 402-hp, 700-Nm twin-motor AWD setup reaches 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, well ahead of the E-Class’s 7.5 seconds. The Mercedes counters with RM367,888 pricing, local CKD assembly, a 4-year warranty and a larger 540-litre boot. Choose the iX for electric performance and SUV utility; the E-Class makes more financial sense for a conventional executive sedan buyer.
Pick the BMW iX if home charging, 602 km electric range and 5.1-second AWD performance matter more than the RM57,912 higher entry price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you want the lower-priced CKD executive sedan, a 540-litre boot and four years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Powertrain: iX has two motors producing 402 hp and 700 Nm; E-Class has a 201-hp 1,999-cc turbo engine plus a 23-hp, 205-Nm motor.
- 0-100 km/h: iX 5.1 seconds; E-Class 7.5 seconds.
- Energy storage: iX has a 100.6-kWh battery and 602 km EV range; E-Class has a 66-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: iX 500 litres; E-Class 540 litres.
- Warranty: iX 2 years plus 8-year/160,000-km battery cover; E-Class 4 years.
iX
- 602 km EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery.
- 402 hp, 700 Nm and AWD; 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds.
- 175-kW DC charging, air suspension and a 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM57,912 more than the E-Class.
- 500-litre boot is 40 litres smaller.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is half the E-Class’s four years.
E-Class
- RM367,888 price and Malaysian CKD assembly.
- 540-litre boot, 40 litres larger than the iX.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the iX by 2.4 seconds.
- No electric-only range or DC-charging capability is specified, unlike the iX’s 602 km and 175 kW.
- No panoramic glass roof or head-up display is fitted.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM367,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM380✓ |
| 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 |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 602 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | 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, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and 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 | Contactless Opening, 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, 360-degree View Monitor | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | Intelligent Personal Assistant; Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included | — |
| 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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iX vs E-Class FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The iX is better for buyers who can use its 602 km EV range, 175-kW DC charging and 5.1-second AWD acceleration. The E-Class is better if lower purchase cost, a larger 540-litre boot and a four-year warranty take priority.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX is RM425,800 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is RM367,888, so the iX costs RM57,912 more.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the larger boot at 540 litres, against 500 litres in the BMW iX. That is a 40-litre advantage for the sedan.