Verdict
These SUVs match at 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h and 210 km/h, with identical 520-litre boots, so the BMW iX3’s advantage is not basic practicality. Its 463 hp, 645 Nm dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, 113.4-kWh battery and 726-km range give Malaysian buyers 130 km more claimed range than the EQE SUV. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV counters with a longer 3,030-mm wheelbase, ventilated front seats and stronger warranty cover, but its 170-kW DC ceiling trails the BMW’s 400 kW substantially.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you want 726 km of range, 400 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if rear-seat room from its 3,030-mm wheelbase, ventilated front seats and a 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty matter more than charging speed.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX3 463 hp and 645 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Battery and range: BMW iX3 113.4 kWh and 726 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 90.6 kWh and 596 km.
- DC charging: BMW iX3 400 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 170 kW.
- Driveline and weight: BMW iX3 all-wheel drive and 2,285 kg; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive and 2,560 kg.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX3 2,897 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 3,030 mm.
iX3
- 130 km more claimed EV range
- 400 kW DC charging and 3.7 kW V2L
- 463 hp dual-motor all-wheel drive
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years
- No front-seat heating or ventilation listed
- Shorter 2,897-mm wheelbase
EQE SUV
- 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Longer 3,030-mm wheelbase
- 170 kW DC charging versus 400 kW
- 596-km range versus 726 km
- 288 hp rear-wheel drive versus 463 hp all-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM398,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm✓ | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh✓ | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 726 km✓ | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW✓ | 170 kW |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 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, with High-beam Assistant | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | 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 | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | 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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iX3 vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The BMW iX3 is the stronger choice for long-distance EV use: it has 726 km of range, 400 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive. Choose the EQE SUV for its longer wheelbase, ventilated seats and longer battery warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM20,088 more than the BMW iX3. That gap brings heated and ventilated front seats, a longer wheelbase and longer warranty cover, but not more range or faster DC charging.
Which charges faster, the BMW iX3 or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The BMW iX3 has the higher DC charging rate at 400 kW, against 170 kW for the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. Both support 22 kW AC charging.