Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the BMW iX3 is the stronger buy: it costs RM47,088 less, covers 726 km on its 113.4-kWh battery and reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Its 400-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging figures are far beyond the GLC Coupe’s 11-kW AC limit. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe counters with a 62-litre petrol tank, 131 km EV range, a larger 545-litre boot and a four-year warranty. But its RM440 annual road tax saves RM325 against the iX3’s RM765.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you can make use of its 726-km electric range, 400-kW DC charging and quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if a 62-litre petrol tank, 545-litre boot and four-year manufacturer warranty matter more than long electric range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- EV range: BMW iX3 726 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 131 km.
- Battery capacity: BMW iX3 113.4 kWh; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 31.2 kWh.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX3 4.9 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 6.3 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW iX3 520 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX3 two years; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe four years.
iX3
- RM47,088 lower purchase price.
- 726-km EV range and 400-kW DC charging.
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 3.7-kW V2L.
- RM765 annual road tax versus RM440.
- 520-litre boot is 25 litres smaller.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
GLC Coupe
- 545-litre boot and 62-litre petrol tank.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- 246 km/h top speed and Digital Light matrix headlamps.
- RM47,088 higher purchase price.
- 131-km EV range versus 726 km.
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.9 seconds.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 726 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| 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 |
| 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 | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
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 iX3 & GLC Coupe for sale
iX3 vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The BMW iX3 is better for buyers who can charge regularly, with 726 km of EV range, 400-kW DC charging and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the GLC Coupe for its petrol backup, 545-litre boot and four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 costs RM378,800 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM425,888, so the Mercedes is RM47,088 more expensive.
Which has the longer electric range?
The BMW iX3 has the much longer electric range at 726 km from a 113.4-kWh battery. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe plug-in hybrid is rated for 131 km from its 31.2-kWh battery.