Verdict
The BMW iX2 makes the stronger Malaysian ownership case if home or workplace charging suits your routine: its 64.7-kWh battery is rated for 417 km, while its 525-litre boot beats the AMG GLA’s 435 litres. The Mercedes is the harder-driving choice, reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds against 5.6 seconds and topping out at 250 km/h rather than 180 km/h. But the BMW gives up little in cabin technology, adds a head-up display, and costs RM80,088 less.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you can charge regularly and want 417 km of electric range, a 525-litre boot and a substantially lower purchase price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA if its 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time, 250 km/h top speed, adaptive dampers and four-year manufacturer warranty matter more than price and EV range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA RM363,888.
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 has two electric motors producing 308 hp and 494 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has a 1,991-cc turbo petrol engine with 302 hp and 400 Nm, plus…
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 5.2 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW iX2 180 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 250 km/h.
- Luggage space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 435 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX2 two years; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA four years.
iX2
- 417 km EV range from a 64.7-kWh battery
- 525-litre boot, 90 litres larger
- Head-up display and 360-degree view monitor
- Slower 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.2 seconds
- 180 km/h top speed trails the AMG GLA’s 250 km/h
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is half the Mercedes-Benz’s four years
AMG GLA
- Quicker 5.2-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers
- Seven airbags and a four-year manufacturer warranty
- Costs RM80,088 more
- 435-litre boot is 90 litres smaller
- No head-up display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM363,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM436 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbocharger with Mild Hybrid Assistance and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed AMG Speedshift DCT |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | Multibeam 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC 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 Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | 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, MBUX Interior Assistant |
| 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 | — |
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 & AMG GLA for sale
iX2 vs AMG GLA FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA better?
The BMW iX2 is the better buy for drivers able to charge regularly, with 417 km EV range, more luggage room and lower cost. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is better if outright pace, a 250 km/h top speed and adaptive damping take priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA costs RM80,088 more than the BMW iX2.
Which has the larger boot?
The BMW iX2 has the larger boot at 525 litres, compared with 435 litres in the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA. That is a 90-litre advantage before folding the 40:20:40 rear seats.
