Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes-Benz EQC
Verdict
At RM460,800 versus RM393,888, the Jaguar I-Pace asks RM66,912 more, but it backs that with a 90.0 kWh battery, 440 km range, 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 656-litre boot and five-year warranty. The Mercedes-Benz EQC is close where it matters: 402 hp, 437 km range and all-wheel drive, while saving serious money. It also has seven airbags against six. For a Malaysian buyer, this is pace, luggage room and warranty against a lower entry price.
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want the quicker car, the larger boot, the bigger battery and the longer warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQC if you want to spend less while keeping dual-motor all-wheel drive, 402 hp and 437 km of range.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar I-Pace RM460,800; Mercedes-Benz EQC RM393,888
- Power: Jaguar I-Pace 395 hp; Mercedes-Benz EQC 402 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Jaguar I-Pace 4.8 s; Mercedes-Benz EQC 5.1 s
- Battery and range: Jaguar I-Pace 90.0 kWh, 440 km; Mercedes-Benz EQC 80.0 kWh, 437 km
- Boot space: Jaguar I-Pace 656 L; Mercedes-Benz EQC 495 L
- Warranty: Jaguar I-Pace 5 years; Mercedes-Benz EQC 2 years
I-Pace
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 656-litre boot
- Longer five-year warranty
- Costs RM66,912 more
- Slightly lower output at 395 hp
- One fewer airbag than the EQC
EQC
- Lower purchase price
- Higher 402 hp output
- Seven airbags
- Smaller 80.0 kWh battery
- Smaller 495-litre boot
- Shorter two-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 460,800 | RM 393,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 395 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 696 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh✓ | 80.0 kWh |
| EV Range | 440 km✓ | 437 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100 kW | 110.0 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 5.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,682 mm | 4,761 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,884 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,990 mm | 2,873 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,175 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 656 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| 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 | Electric for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual rear door window shades |
| Audio | 10" Pivi Pro Infotainment System | 12.3" Touchscreen MBUX with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System |
| 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, with contactless operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Available, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | RM 545 |
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.
I-Pace vs EQC FAQ
Is the Jaguar I-Pace or Mercedes-Benz EQC better?
The Jaguar I-Pace is stronger on paper for pace, battery size, boot space and warranty. The Mercedes-Benz EQC is the better buy if price matters more, as it keeps similar range and all-wheel drive while costing much less.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar I-Pace costs RM66,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQC, at RM460,800 against RM393,888.
Which has the longer EV range?
The Jaguar I-Pace has the longer range, but only just: 440 km versus 437 km for the Mercedes-Benz EQC. In daily Malaysian use, that 3 km gap is unlikely to decide the purchase.