Verdict
The BMW iX3 is the more rounded long-distance EV: its 113.4-kWh battery delivers a claimed 726 km, 129 km beyond the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ, and its 400-kW DC ceiling is 70 kW higher. The GLC EQ counters with a sharper 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time, 800 Nm and a 570-litre boot. For a Malaysian buyer, the RM10,200 gap is small beside the BMW’s extra range, although the Mercedes saves RM190 a year in road tax and carries more luggage.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you prioritise 726 km of claimed range, 400-kW DC charging and 3.7-kW V2L.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ if you want the quicker 4.7-second sprint, 800 Nm and a 570-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ RM389,000.
- EV range: BMW iX3 726 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ 597 km.
- Battery capacity: BMW iX3 113.4 kWh; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ 85 kWh.
- DC charging rate: BMW iX3 400 kW; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ 330 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX3 4.9 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ 4.7 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW iX3 520 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ 570 litres.
iX3
- 129 km more claimed EV range
- 400-kW DC charging and 3.7-kW V2L
- 463 hp, 48 hp more than the GLC EQ
- RM765 annual road tax versus RM575
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.7 seconds
- 520-litre boot is 50 litres smaller
GLC Electric
- Quicker 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 800 Nm torque
- 570-litre boot and lower RM575 road tax
- 597 km claimed range, 129 km short of the iX3
- 330-kW DC charging ceiling is 70 kW lower
- 85-kWh battery is 28.4 kWh smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM389,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM575✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | MB.EA-Medium platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp✓ | 415 hp |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | 800 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh✓ | 85 kWh |
| EV Range | 726 km✓ | 597 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW✓ | 330 kW |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Two-speed (rear axle) |
| Gears | — | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | — |
| Width | 1,895 mm | — |
| Height | 1,635 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | — |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Comfort Suspension (Passive) |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Comfort Suspension (Passive) |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | — |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | — |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | — |
| Taillamps | Full LED | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | — |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Active Ambient Lighting with Sound Visualisation |
| Cup Holders | 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 | 39.1" MBUX Hyperscreen, Wireless Charging |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 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 Electric for sale
iX3 vs GLC Electric FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ better?
The BMW iX3 is the better choice for longer trips, with 726 km claimed range, a 113.4-kWh battery and 400-kW DC charging. Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ for its quicker 4.7-second sprint, 800 Nm and 570-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ costs RM10,200 more than the BMW iX3.
Which one charges faster?
The BMW iX3 has the higher DC charging rate at 400 kW, against 330 kW for the Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ. Both support 22-kW AC charging.