Verdict
At RM294,800, the BMW i4 undercuts the Mercedes-Benz EQE’s RM379,888 by RM85,088, yet reaches 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds against 6.4 seconds and carries 470 litres in its five-door boot. The EQE directs that extra money towards a 90.6-kWh battery and 669 km range, against 70.3 kWh and 500 km, plus 22-kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering and nine airbags. For Malaysian buyers who regularly cover long intercity distances and can charge at 22 kW, the EQE has the stronger case. The i4 is the sharper financial choice for shorter-range use.
Pick the BMW i4 if RM85,088 saved, a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and a larger 470-litre five-door boot matter more than maximum range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if its 669 km range, 22-kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering and longer warranty cover justify the higher outlay.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800; Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888.
- Battery and range: BMW i4 70.3 kWh and 500 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE 90.6 kWh and 669 km.
- Charging: BMW i4 11 kW AC and 180 kW DC; Mercedes-Benz EQE 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC.
- Motor output and acceleration: BMW i4 282 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQE 288 hp, 565 Nm and 6.4 seconds.
- Size: BMW i4 is 4,783 mm long with a 2,856 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz EQE is 4,946 mm long with a 3,120 mm wheelbase.
- Safety and warranty: BMW i4 has six airbags, a two-year vehicle warranty and an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Mercedes-Benz EQE has nine airbags, a…
i4
- RM85,088 less expensive
- Quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 180-kW DC charging
- 470-litre boot and five doors
- 500 km range trails the EQE's 669 km
- 11-kW AC charging is half the EQE's 22 kW rate
- Two-year vehicle and eight-year/160,000-km battery cover are shorter
EQE
- 669 km range from a 90.6-kWh battery
- 22-kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering and nine airbags
- Four-year vehicle and 10-year/250,000-km battery warranties
- RM85,088 more expensive
- Slower 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time despite 565 Nm
- 430-litre boot is 40 litres smaller and the body has four doors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM294,800✓ | RM379,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305 | RM305 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | 288 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | 90.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 500 km | 669 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW✓ | 170.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 for 2nd Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | BMW Laser LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver's Side Memory | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | — | 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-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV 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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i4 vs EQE FAQ
Is the BMW i4 or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The BMW i4 is better for value, quicker acceleration and boot space. The Mercedes-Benz EQE is better for long-distance EV use, with 169 km more range, 22-kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering and longer warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM85,088 more than the BMW i4. That gap brings a larger battery, 669 km range, 22-kW AC charging, rear-wheel steering, three extra airbags and longer vehicle and battery warranties.
Which one charges faster?
The EQE charges faster on AC at 22 kW versus 11 kW for the i4. The i4 has the higher DC peak rate at 180 kW, marginally ahead of the EQE’s 170 kW.
