Verdict
At RM449,888 against RM527,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is the stronger numbers-led choice: its two motors make 601 hp and 740 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 3.2 seconds, and its 84 kWh battery is rated for 487 km. The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA answers with a 460-litre boot, seven airbags and a 51-litre petrol tank, but needs 4.1 seconds to 100 km/h. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, Hyundai’s RM1,440 annual road tax is the running-cost catch; the AMG CLA is RM376.
Ioniq 6 N
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if 601 hp, 487 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging and an eight-year warranty matter more than lower annual road tax.
AMG CLA
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA if you want petrol refuelling, a 460-litre boot, seven airbags and powered memory front seats.
Key differences
- Output: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has 601 hp and 740 Nm from two motors; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA has 421 hp and 500 Nm from a 1,991 cc turbocharged inline-four.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N takes 3.2 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA takes 4.1 seconds.
- Energy storage: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has an 84 kWh battery and 487 km range; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA has a 51-litre petrol tank.
- Size: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is 4,935 mm long with a 2,965 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA is 4,701 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase.
- Annual road tax: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA costs RM376.
- Warranty: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N gets eight years/160,000 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA gets two years with unlimited mileage.
Ioniq 6 N
- 601 hp, 740 Nm and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 487 km rated range, 350 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L
- Eight-year/160,000 km warranty
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM376
- Six airbags versus seven
- Manual front-seat adjustment versus powered seats with memory
AMG CLA
- 460-litre boot
- Seven airbags and Multibeam LED projector headlamps
- Powered front seats with memory, navigation and a 10-speaker 225W Burmester sound system
- RM78,000 higher purchase price
- 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 3.2 seconds
- Two-year warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM449,888✓ | RM527,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM376✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 421 hp at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 487 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 seconds✓ | 4.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 257 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,701 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,965 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | AMG Ride Control, Adaptive dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding with Heating Function | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| 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 | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Touchpad, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10-Speaker 225W 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 with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 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.
Used Ioniq 6 N & AMG CLA for sale
Ioniq 6 N vs AMG CLA FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA better?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is the better fit for buyers with charging access, delivering 601 hp, 487 km rated range and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the AMG CLA for petrol refuelling, a 460-litre boot and seven airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is RM78,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA has lower annual road tax at RM376, compared with RM1,440 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N.
