Verdict
At RM449,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM153,000 more than the RM296,888 Mercedes-Benz EQA, but the money buys a very different EV: 601 hp, 740 Nm and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time against 188 hp, 375 Nm and 8.9 seconds. Its 84 kWh battery, 487 km range and 350 kW DC capability also lead the EQA’s 66.5 kWh, 429 km and 100 kW figures. The EQA counters with SUV form, five doors and RM160 annual road tax versus RM1,440.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if 601 hp performance, 350 kW DC charging, 487 km range and an eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty justify the RM153,000 premium.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want the lower RM296,888 entry price, five-door SUV body and far lower RM160 yearly road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM449,888; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Motor output: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 601 hp and 740 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQA 188 hp and 375 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 3.2 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQA 8.9 seconds.
- Battery and range: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 84 kWh and 487 km; Mercedes-Benz EQA 66.5 kWh and 429 km.
- DC charging: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 350 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQA 100 kW.
- Annual road tax: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM160.
Ioniq 6 N
- 601 hp, 740 Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive.
- 84 kWh battery, 487 km range and 350 kW DC charging.
- 360-degree monitor, head-up display and 3.6 kW V2L.
- Costs RM153,000 more.
- RM1,440 annual road tax is RM1,280 higher.
- Four-door sedan body versus the EQA’s five-door SUV.
EQA
- RM296,888 price and RM160 annual road tax.
- Five-door SUV body with a 340-litre boot.
- Power front seats with memory, adaptive LED headlamps and built-in navigation.
- 188 hp and 375 Nm trail the Ioniq 6 N’s 601 hp and 740 Nm.
- 100 kW DC charging is far below the Ioniq 6 N’s 350 kW.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty versus eight years/160,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM449,888 | RM296,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh✓ | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 487 km✓ | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 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 | 3.2 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 257 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,965 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 two outer rear passenger 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 | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding with Heating Function | 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 |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose 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 with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| 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 | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 4 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.
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Ioniq 6 N vs EQA FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The Ioniq 6 N is better for performance and charging hardware, with 601 hp, 487 km range and 350 kW DC charging. The EQA is the more sensible choice for SUV access, a RM153,000 lower purchase price and RM160 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM449,888 and the Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888, so the difference is RM153,000.
Which EV has the stronger charging specification?
The Ioniq 6 N has the stronger DC charging specification at 350 kW on an 800V architecture, compared with the EQA’s 100 kW and 400V architecture. Both have 11 kW AC charging.