BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB
Verdict
At RM425,800 versus RM418,888, the BMW iX asks RM6,912 more but gives you a very different brief: full EV drive with two motors, 402 hp, 700 Nm, a 100.6 kWh battery and 692 km of range. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 5.1 seconds against 5.5 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB counters with a 250 km/h top speed, a larger 570-litre boot and a four-year manufacturer warranty. One is the stronger electric long-distance SUV; the other is the faster flat-out petrol-hybrid AMG with more luggage room.
iX
Pick the BMW iX if you want the longer-legged EV, stronger 700 Nm motor output and the bigger 3,000 mm wheelbase.
AMG GLB
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want the larger 570-litre boot, 250 km/h top speed and four-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB RM418,888
- Powertrain output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm from two motors; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 302 hp and 400 Nm from a 1,991 cc turbo petrol engine, plus a 13 hp motor
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 5.5 seconds
- Top speed: BMW iX 200 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 250 km/h
- Battery and range: BMW iX 100.6 kWh and 692 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 1 kWh with no EV range figure
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 570 litres
iX
- Full EV setup with 692 km range and up to 175 kW DC charging
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time at 5.1 seconds
- Longer body and wheelbase: 4,965 mm and 3,000 mm
- Smaller boot: 500 litres versus 570 litres
- Lower top speed: 200 km/h versus 250 km/h
- Shorter manufacturer warranty: 2 years versus 4 years
AMG GLB
- Larger 570-litre boot
- Higher 250 km/h top speed
- Four-year manufacturer warranty
- Slower to 100 km/h: 5.5 seconds versus 5.1 seconds
- Much smaller battery: 1 kWh versus 100.6 kWh
- Shorter wheelbase: 2,829 mm versus 3,000 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 425,800 | RM 418,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 1 kWh |
| EV Range | 692 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,790 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated, Perforated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| 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 on Outer Two 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| 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 |
| 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 | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 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 | 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | RM 436✓ |
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.
iX vs AMG GLB FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB better?
The BMW iX is better for EV driving, range and acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB is better if boot space, top speed and a longer manufacturer warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM6,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB.
Which is quicker, the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB?
The BMW iX is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 5.1 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB takes 5.5 seconds but has the higher top speed at 250 km/h.