Verdict
At RM449,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM175,000 more than the RM274,888 Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric. That gap buys a 601 hp, 740 Nm dual-motor AWD drivetrain and 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time, against 268 hp, 335 Nm, rear-wheel drive and 6.7 seconds. The Mercedes answers with 748 km of range, 261 km beyond the Hyundai’s 487 km, while using a similar-sized 85 kWh battery. Malaysian running costs favour the CLA too: annual road tax is RM260 versus RM1,440. Pick pace and hardware, or distance and cost.
Ioniq 6 N
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if 601 hp, AWD, a 3.2-second century sprint, 350 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L matter more than price and range.
CLA Electric
Pick the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric if you want 748 km of range, a far lower purchase price and RM260 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM449,888; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric RM274,888.
- Motor output: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 601 hp and 740 Nm; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric 268 hp and 335 Nm.
- EV range: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 487 km; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric 748 km.
- Performance: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N reaches 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and tops out at 257 km/h; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric takes 6.7 seconds and reaches 210 km/h.
- DC charging and V2L: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N supports 350 kW DC and 3.6 kW V2L; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric supports 320 kW DC and has no V2L.
- Annual road tax: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric RM260.
Ioniq 6 N
- 601 hp, 740 Nm dual-motor AWD drivetrain
- 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 257 km/h top speed
- 350 kW DC charging, 3.6 kW V2L and eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty
- 487 km range trails the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric’s 748 km.
- RM1,440 annual road tax is RM1,180 higher than the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric’s.
CLA Electric
- 748 km EV range from an 85 kWh battery
- 405-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- Eight airbags, Multibeam LED headlamps and Traffic Sign Recognition
- 268 hp and 335 Nm are well down on the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N’s 601 hp and 740 Nm.
- 6.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration is 3.5 seconds slower than the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N.
- No V2L, versus the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N’s 3.6 kW supply.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM449,888 | RM274,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | MMA platform, 800V architecture; no 400V DC charger compatibility |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm✓ | 335 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 85 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 487 km | 748 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 320 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Two-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 seconds✓ | 6.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 257 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,723 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,965 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,980 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 405 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains, Driver Knee and Centre) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Evasive Steering Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Traffic Sign Recognition, Curve Speed Reduction, Emergency Stop Assist, Parking AEB, Evasive Steering Assist. MB.Drive Assist (Level 2, adds lane centring and auto lane change) is a subscription: RM169/month (first month free), RM1,690/12 months or RM4,059/36 months incl. service tax |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Multibeam LED with Adaptive High Beam and Illuminated Star DRL |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED with Starry Motif |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation | Sports Seats, Artico Faux Leather with Dinamica Microfibre |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding with Heating Function | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, with Heat-rejection Coating (no sunshade) |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 64-colour Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | MBUX Superscreen: 10.25" Cluster + Twin 14" Touchscreens, MB.OS, 8 Speakers, Qi Wireless Charging |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Hands-free Powered Boot Lid |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | Yes, with Park Assist |
| 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 | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | Battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km |
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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Ioniq 6 N vs CLA Electric FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric better?
The Hyundai is better for outright performance, with 601 hp, AWD and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes is the better long-distance and lower-cost choice, with 748 km range and RM260 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM175,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric.
Which charges faster?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has the higher maximum DC charging rate at 350 kW, versus 320 kW for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric. Both support 11 kW AC charging, but the Mercedes has no 400V DC charger compatibility.
