Verdict
The BMW iX2 is the sharper buy if you want performance and carrying room: its 308 hp, 494 Nm twin-motor all-wheel-drive system cuts 0-100 km/h to 5.6 seconds, against 8.9 seconds for the front-wheel-drive EQA, while its 525-litre boot is 185 litres larger. The Mercedes-Benz EQA counters with 429 km of range, 12 km ahead, and a four-year vehicle warranty rather than two years. For Malaysian long-distance charging, the BMW’s 130 kW DC ceiling also gives it a useful 30 kW advantage.
Pick the BMW iX2 if 5.6-second acceleration, all-wheel drive, a 525-litre boot and 130 kW DC charging matter more than an extra 12 km of range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you prioritise its 429 km range, lower RM160 annual road tax and four-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQA 188 hp and 375 Nm.
- Driveline and acceleration: BMW iX2 all-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQA front-wheel drive, 8.9 seconds.
- Battery and range: BMW iX2 64.7 kWh and 417 km; Mercedes-Benz EQA 66.5 kWh and 429 km.
- DC charging: BMW iX2 130 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQA 100 kW.
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres.
iX2
- 308 hp and 494 Nm from two motors
- 130 kW DC charging capability
- 525-litre boot and 360-degree camera
- 417 km range trails the EQA by 12 km
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus four years
- RM335 annual road tax versus RM160
EQA
- 429 km claimed range
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- Heated front seats and Android Auto
- 188 hp, 375 Nm and an 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time trail the iX2
- 100 kW DC charging is 30 kW below the iX2
- 340-litre boot is 185 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM296,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | 66.5 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 417 km | 429 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| 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 | 8 Years/160,000 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.
Used iX2 & EQA for sale
iX2 vs EQA FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The BMW iX2 is the better all-round choice for pace, charging and luggage capacity, with 308 hp, 130 kW DC charging and a 525-litre boot. Choose the EQA for its 429 km range and four-year vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888, so the EQA is RM13,088 more expensive.
Which has the better charging capability?
Both support 11 kW AC charging, but the BMW iX2 has the stronger DC capability at 130 kW versus the Mercedes-Benz EQA’s 100 kW. The iX2 is therefore the better fit for drivers who regularly depend on DC fast chargers.