Hyundai Ioniq 6 N vs Mercedes-Benz EQV
Verdict
At RM449,888 versus RM450,350, these two sit almost on top of each other on price, but they do very different jobs. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is the driver’s car here: 601 hp, dual motors, AWD and 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds make the Mercedes-Benz EQV’s 201 hp, single motor and 12.1 seconds look very measured. But the EQV is the people mover, with seven seats, a 610-litre boot and a taller MPV body. Range also favours the Hyundai, 487 km against 374 km.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if you want the faster, longer-range five-seat EV, with 601 hp, AWD and 487 km of range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you need seven seats, MPV space and a 610-litre boot more than outright acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM449,888; Mercedes-Benz EQV RM450,350
- Seats: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 5; Mercedes-Benz EQV 7
- Power: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 601 hp; Mercedes-Benz EQV 201 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 3.2 s; Mercedes-Benz EQV 12.1 s
- EV range: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 487 km; Mercedes-Benz EQV 374 km
- Road tax per year: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz EQV RM160
Ioniq 6 N
- 601 hp with dual motors and AWD
- 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 487 km EV range
- Only five seats
- No boot capacity stated
- RM1,440 annual road tax
EQV
- Seven-seat cabin
- 610-litre boot
- Lower RM160 annual road tax
- 201 hp from a single motor
- 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 374 km EV range
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 449,888✓ | RM 450,350 |
| Body type | Sedan | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm✓ | 362 Nm |
| Battery Type | Nickel Manganese Cobalt | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 90 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 487 km✓ | 374 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 110 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 seconds✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 257 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,928 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,965 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,635 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 610 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 245/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 245/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Spain (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Multibeam 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 | Captain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Controls with Individual Blowers |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Twin Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Power Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 160✓ |
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.
Ioniq 6 N vs EQV FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz EQV better?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is better for performance and range, with 601 hp, AWD and 487 km. The Mercedes-Benz EQV is better for carrying people, with seven seats and a 610-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM462 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, at RM450,350 versus RM449,888.
Which one is faster from 0-100 km/h?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is much quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz EQV takes 12.1 seconds.