Verdict
These are close in asking price, but they take very different routes. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is RM7,912 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds against 6.3 seconds, and brings 596 km of EV range from its 90.6-kWh battery. Its 170-kW DC charging matters if public fast charging suits your routine. The BMW X4 counters with all-wheel drive, a 240-km/h top speed and a 525-litre boot, only five litres ahead of the EQE SUV. For Malaysian ownership, the EQE SUV also cuts annual road tax from RM439 to RM305 and has a four-year vehicle warranty plus 10-year/250,000-km battery cover.
Pick the BMW X4 if you want all-wheel drive, adaptive suspension and a panoramic sunroof in a lighter 1,890-kg petrol SUV.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want the quicker 4.9-second EV with 596 km of range, 565 Nm and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X4 RM406,800; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Power and torque: BMW X4 249 hp and 350 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X4 6.3 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 4.9 seconds.
- Driveline: BMW X4 all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase: BMW X4 2,864 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 3,030 mm.
- Kerb weight: BMW X4 1,890 kg; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 2,560 kg.
X4
- All-wheel drive and adaptive suspension.
- Panoramic tilt-and-slide sunroof.
- 525-litre boot and 240-km/h top speed.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.3 seconds versus 4.9 seconds.
- Only a two-year vehicle warranty versus four years.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control.
EQE SUV
- 288-hp motor and 565 Nm deliver 4.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 90.6-kWh battery, 596-km range, 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging.
- Four-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/250,000-km battery warranty.
- 670 kg heavier at 2,560 kg versus 1,890 kg.
- Lower 210-km/h top speed versus 240 km/h.
- No sunroof, while the X4 has a panoramic tilt-and-slide unit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM406,800 | RM398,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | — |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 249 hp | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 192 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,751 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 1,890 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Run-flat | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Suspension | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 60 km/h) | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Collision Prevention | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting (6 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen BMW Operating System 7.0 with iDrive Touch Controller, Voice Control and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (464 Watts) | 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 and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | 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 | Auto-dimming Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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X4 vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the BMW X4 or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the stronger choice for EV driving, with 596 km of range, 565 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the BMW X4 for all-wheel drive, adaptive suspension and a panoramic sunroof.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X4 costs RM406,800 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM398,888, so the EQE SUV is RM7,912 cheaper.
Which one is quicker and cheaper to tax each year?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds versus 6.3 seconds for the BMW X4. Its annual road tax is also lower at RM305, compared with RM439.
