Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX undercuts the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV by RM200,088 and is the sharper outright performer: 402 hp delivers 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, a full second ahead. The Mercedes answers with seven seats, a 118 kWh battery and 673 km of range, versus the iX’s five seats, 100.6 kWh and 602 km. Its 200 kW DC ceiling also beats 175 kW. For Malaysian buyers who do not need a third row, the iX’s 500-litre boot and far lower entry price make stronger sense; the EQS SUV is for maximum passenger capacity and range.
Pick the BMW iX if you want 402 hp, a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time, a 500-litre boot and RM200,088 left in your pocket.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, 673 km of EV range and a 200 kW DC charging rate.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888
- Power and torque: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 355 hp and 800 Nm
- Battery and range: BMW iX 100.6 kWh and 602 km; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 118 kWh and 673 km
- DC charging: BMW iX 175 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 200 kW
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 6.1 seconds
- Seats and boot space: BMW iX five seats and 500 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV seven seats and 195 litres
iX
- RM200,088 cheaper
- 402 hp and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 500-litre boot
- Five seats versus seven
- 602 km range versus 673 km
- 175 kW DC charging versus 200 kW
EQS SUV
- Seven-seat cabin with sliding second row and folding third row
- 118 kWh battery and 673 km range
- 200 kW DC charging plus heated and ventilated front seats
- Costs RM200,088 more
- 355 hp and 6.1-second 0-100 km/h time trail the iX
- 195-litre boot is 305 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM625,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM455✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | 118 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 602 km | 673 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,959 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,210 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,810 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 195 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Cooper Zeon Crossrange |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Four-link Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row 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 | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | 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, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| 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 | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| 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 Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 6 |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | 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 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 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction 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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iX vs EQS SUV FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV better?
The BMW iX is the better buy for performance and price, with 402 hp, 5.1-second acceleration and a RM200,088 lower price. Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if seven seats, 673 km range and faster 200 kW DC charging matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV costs RM200,088 more than the BMW iX: RM625,888 against RM425,800.
Which has the longer EV range and faster charging?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV goes 673 km from its 118 kWh battery, against 602 km and 100.6 kWh for the BMW iX. It also accepts up to 200 kW DC charging, compared with 175 kW; both support 22 kW AC charging.