Verdict
At RM368,800, the BMW i5 costs RM24,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan, but it is a much larger executive sedan: 5,060 mm long with a 2,995 mm wheelbase and a 490-litre boot. Its 83.9-kWh battery, 627-km range and 205-kW DC charging suit buyers able to charge regularly. The Mercedes is the sharper straight-line choice, reaching 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds versus 6.0 seconds, and its RM343,888 entry price leaves useful room in the budget. For family space and EV use, take the i5; for pace, take the AMG.
i5
Pick the BMW i5 if you can charge at home or work and want 627 km of stated range, a 490-litre boot and executive-sedan rear accommodation.
AMG A-Class Sedan
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan if you want the lower purchase price, all-wheel drive and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i5 RM368,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan RM343,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i5 6.0 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan 4.7 seconds.
- Length/wheelbase: BMW i5 5,060/2,995 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan 4,549/2,729 mm.
- Boot space: BMW i5 490 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan 420 litres.
- Powertrain/range: BMW i5 has one 335-hp, 430-Nm motor, an 83.9-kWh battery and 627 km range; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan has a 302-hp 1,991-cc turbo…
- Warranty: BMW i5 has a two-year vehicle warranty plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan has a four-year vehicle…
i5
- 627-km stated EV range with 205-kW DC charging
- 490-litre boot and 266 mm longer wheelbase
- Head-up display, auto parking and rear sun shades
- Slower to 100 km/h: 6.0 seconds versus 4.7 seconds
- Costs RM24,912 more
- Two-year vehicle warranty is shorter than the Mercedes-Benz's four years
AMG A-Class Sedan
- 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 250-km/h top speed
- All-wheel drive and AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers
- Seven airbags and four-year vehicle warranty
- No stated EV range, battery capacity or AC/DC charging capability
- Smaller 420-litre boot versus 490 litres
- No head-up display or auto-parking system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,800 | RM343,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM376✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 627 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 205 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift 8G DCT |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | 4.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,549 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,205 kg | 1,570 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 235/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elekt | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 on outer rear seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (655W) | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 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 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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i5 vs AMG A-Class Sedan FAQ
Is the BMW i5 or Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan better?
The BMW i5 is better for buyers prioritising EV range, cabin footprint and boot space. The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan is better for outright acceleration, all-wheel drive and a lower entry price.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i5 costs RM24,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan.
Which is quicker, the BMW i5 or Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and reaching 250 km/h. The BMW i5 takes 6.0 seconds and has a 193-km/h top speed.
