Verdict
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM449,888, RM31,000 more than the RM418,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB, but delivers a very different brief. Its two motors produce 601 hp and 740 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h run to 3.2 seconds against 5.5 seconds, while the 84 kWh battery brings 487 km of EV range and 350 kW DC charging. The Mercedes counters with SUV proportions, five doors and a 570-litre boot. For a Malaysian buyer, the Hyundai’s RM1,440 annual road tax is also far higher than the AMG GLB’s RM436.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N if 3.2-second acceleration, 487 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging and an eight-year/160,000 km warranty matter more than SUV packaging.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want a five-door SUV with a 570-litre boot, powered memory front seats and RM1,004 lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N RM449,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB RM418,888.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 3.2 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 5.5 seconds.
- Powertrain output: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has two motors with 601 hp and 740 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB has a 302 hp/400 Nm 1,991 cc petrol engine plus a 13 hp motor.
- Energy storage: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N has an 84 kWh battery and 487 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB has a 52-litre fuel tank.
- Body and access: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is a four-door sedan; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB is a five-door SUV with a 570-litre boot.
- Warranty: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N gets eight years/160,000 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB gets four years with unlimited mileage.
Ioniq 6 N
- 601 hp and 740 Nm from two motors
- 487 km EV range with 350 kW DC charging
- Eight-year/160,000 km warranty and head-up display
- RM31,000 higher purchase price
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM436
- Four-door sedan body instead of the AMG GLB’s five-door SUV layout
AMG GLB
- RM31,000 lower purchase price and RM436 annual road tax
- Five-door SUV body with a 570-litre boot
- Powered front seats with memory settings and 64-colour ambient lighting
- 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 3.2 seconds
- Four-year warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
- No head-up display or sunroof
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM449,888 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM436✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 13 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 | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 257 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,965 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,790 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 570 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Forged Alloy | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 on Outer Two 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 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 Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 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 | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | 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 | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 4 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 GLB for sale
Ioniq 6 N vs AMG GLB FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB better?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is better for outright performance, EV range and charging, reaching 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB is better if five-door SUV access, a 570-litre boot and lower annual road tax are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N costs RM449,888 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB costs RM418,888, so the Hyundai is RM31,000 more expensive.
Which is quicker, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds versus 5.5 seconds for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB. Its top speed is also 257 km/h, compared with 250 km/h.
