Verdict
For RM13,088 less, the BMW iX2 brings 308 hp, 494 Nm and all-wheel drive, cutting the 0-100 km/h time to 5.6 seconds against the EQA’s 8.9 seconds. Its 525-litre boot is also far more useful than the Mercedes-Benz’s 340 litres. The EQA counters with a 429 km range, 12 km beyond the BMW, plus a four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty versus two years. For Malaysian buyers who regularly use DC chargers, the iX2’s 130 kW maximum also beats 100 kW. The EQA makes sense for its longer warranty and lower RM160 annual road tax; the BMW costs RM335.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want substantially stronger 308 hp performance, all-wheel drive, a 525-litre boot and faster 130 kW DC charging for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if a 429 km claimed range, four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and RM160 annual road tax matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888
- Motor output: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQA 188 hp and 375 Nm
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 all-wheel drive, 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQA front-wheel drive, 8.9 seconds
- Range and battery: BMW iX2 417 km from 64.7 kWh; Mercedes-Benz EQA 429 km from 66.5 kWh
- DC charging: BMW iX2 130 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQA 100 kW
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres
iX2
- RM13,088 lower purchase price
- 308 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 525-litre boot and 130 kW DC charging
- 417 km range is 12 km shorter
- RM335 annual road tax versus RM160
- Two-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty versus four years
EQA
- 429 km claimed range
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- Lower RM160 annual road tax and seven airbags
- RM13,088 more expensive
- 188 hp and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration trail the BMW
- 340-litre boot and 100 kW DC charging are lower
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM296,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | 66.5 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 417 km | 429 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| 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 | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| 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 | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction 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.
Used iX2 & EQA for sale
iX2 vs EQA FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The BMW iX2 is the stronger all-round pick if performance, boot capacity and DC charging matter: it has 308 hp, a 525-litre boot and 130 kW DC charging. Choose the EQA for its 429 km range, lower road tax and four-year vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888, so the EQA is RM13,088 more expensive.
Which has the longer EV range and faster charging?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA has the longer claimed range at 429 km, 12 km ahead of the BMW iX2’s 417 km. The BMW charges faster on DC, at up to 130 kW versus the EQA’s 100 kW; both support 11 kW AC charging.
