Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM26,912 less at RM398,888, yet is 0.2 seconds quicker to 100 km/h and carries 20 litres more luggage. Its 596-km range is only 6 km shy of the BMW iX’s 602 km, while both accept 22 kW AC charging. The iX answers with 402 hp, 700 Nm, all-wheel drive and air suspension at both ends, against 288 hp, 565 Nm and rear-wheel drive for the Mercedes. For Malaysian buyers, choose the BMW’s extra traction and hardware if those matter; otherwise the EQE SUV is the sharper financial call, with lower RM305 annual road tax and a longer battery warranty.
Pick the BMW iX if you want 402 hp, 700 Nm, all-wheel drive and standard air suspension, and can justify the RM26,912 premium.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want the lower purchase price, a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time, 520-litre boot and longer warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Driveline: BMW iX all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4.9 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 520 litres.
- Battery warranty: BMW iX 8 years/160,000 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 10 years/250,000 km.
iX
- 402 hp and 700 Nm from two motors
- All-wheel drive with front and rear air suspension
- 602-km range and 175-kW DC charging
- Costs RM26,912 more
- 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.2 seconds slower
- 500-litre boot is 20 litres smaller
EQE SUV
- RM398,888 price and RM305 annual road tax
- Quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 520-litre boot and 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty
- 288 hp and 565 Nm trail the BMW’s 402 hp and 700 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive versus the BMW’s all-wheel drive
- 596-km range and 170-kW DC charging are slightly behind the BMW’s 602 km and 175 kW
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM398,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW✓ | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| 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 | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector 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 Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound 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 and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000 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 EQE SUV FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The EQE SUV is the better buy for its RM398,888 price, quicker acceleration, bigger boot and longer battery warranty. Choose the iX if all-wheel drive, 402 hp and air suspension are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM425,800 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM398,888, so the BMW is RM26,912 more expensive.
Which has the better EV range and charging?
The BMW iX has the edge: 602 km of range and 175-kW DC charging versus 596 km and 170 kW for the EQE SUV. Both support 22-kW AC charging.