Verdict
The BMW X1 is the sharper buy for most Malaysian buyers: it costs RM44,088 less at RM252,800, reaches 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and carries 476 litres of luggage. The Mercedes-Benz EQA asks RM296,888 but brings electric running, 429 km claimed range, 375 Nm and RM160 annual road tax against the X1’s RM439. Its 66.5-kWh battery, 11-kW AC and 100-kW DC charging suit buyers with dependable charging access. The EQA also gets more driver assistance and a four-year warranty, but its 340-litre boot is a real family-car compromise.
Pick the BMW X1 if you want the RM44,088 saving, quicker 7.6-second acceleration and a substantially larger 476-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you have regular charging access and value its 429-km EV range, 375 Nm motor torque, active cruise control and lower RM160 road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 RM252,800; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X1 7.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQA 8.9 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW X1 476 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW X1 RM439; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM160.
- Wheelbase: BMW X1 2,692 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQA 2,729 mm.
- Top speed: BMW X1 236 km/h; Mercedes-Benz EQA 160 km/h.
X1
- RM44,088 lower purchase price
- Quicker 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 476-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear seats
- 300 Nm is 75 Nm below the EQA’s 375 Nm
- Warning-only lane keeping versus the EQA’s steering correction
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years
EQA
- 429-km range from a 66.5-kWh battery
- 375 Nm motor torque and RM160 annual road tax
- Active cruise control, head-up display and heated memory front seats
- RM44,088 more expensive
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 340-litre boot is 136 litres smaller
What the X1 has over the EQA
What the EQA has over the X1
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the X1: 476 litres against 340.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800✓ | RM296,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM160✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,580/mo✓ | RM3,030/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,886✓ | RM7,967 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,866 | RM1,377✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.33 | RM6.89✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM50,954 | RM47,522✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 6.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 45 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 100.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 236 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 476 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front, front-side, rear) | 7 (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 on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 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 | 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C 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 | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 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 Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant | 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 | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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X1 vs EQA FAQ
Is the BMW X1 or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The BMW X1 is better for price, acceleration and luggage space, costing RM252,800 with a 476-litre boot. The Mercedes-Benz EQA is better for EV driving, safety assistance and warranty coverage, with 429 km range and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888, which is RM44,088 more than the BMW X1 at RM252,800.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA has lower annual road tax at RM160, compared with RM439 for the petrol BMW X1. The EQA also has a 66.5-kWh battery, 429-km claimed range, 11-kW AC charging and 100-kW DC charging.
How long does charging take?
The EQA's 66.5 kWh battery takes about 6.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 45 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 100 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The X1 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the EQA is fully imported (CBU) from Germany. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.