Verdict
At RM443,888 to the Mercedes-Benz EQA’s RM296,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a RM147,000 leap for a very different brief. Its two motors produce 601 hp and 740 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds; the EQA manages 188 hp, 375 Nm and 8.9 seconds. The Hyundai also accepts 350 kW DC charging and travels 448 km, but its yearly road tax is RM1,440 against RM160. For Malaysian buyers seeking outright EV performance, the N earns the spend; the EQA is the lower-cost alternative.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N if 601 hp, 3.4-second 0-100 km/h pace, AWD and 350 kW DC charging matter more than the RM147,000 premium and higher road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want a RM296,888 EV with 429 km range, lower running tax and power-adjustable memory front seats rather than extreme performance.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM443,888; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Motor output: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 601 hp and 740 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQA 188 hp and 375 Nm.
- Acceleration: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQA in 8.9 seconds.
- Battery and range: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 84 kWh and 448 km; Mercedes-Benz EQA 66.5 kWh and 429 km.
- DC charging: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 350 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQA 100 kW.
- Annual road tax: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM160.
Ioniq 5 N
- 601 hp, 740 Nm, AWD and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 350 kW DC charging plus 3.6 kW vehicle-to-load output.
- Longer 3,000 mm wheelbase, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree monitor.
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus the EQA’s RM160.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, where the EQA gets power adjustment and memory.
EQA
- RM147,000 lower purchase price and RM160 annual road tax.
- Power-adjustable heated front seats with memory function.
- Contactless powered boot, navigation and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 188 hp and 375 Nm are far below the Ioniq 5 N’s 601 hp and 740 Nm.
- 100 kW DC charging is much lower than the Ioniq 5 N’s 350 kW.
- 429 km range trails the Ioniq 5 N’s 448 km, and there is no V2L output.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM443,888 | RM296,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh✓ | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 448 km✓ | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| V2L | 3.6 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 | 3.4 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 19" AMG Five-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 | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 two outer rear passenger 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 | LED Projectors | Adaptive 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose 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 with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 4 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 Ioniq 5 N & EQA for sale
Ioniq 5 N vs EQA FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is better for performance, with 601 hp, AWD and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes-Benz EQA suits buyers prioritising a much lower purchase price, RM160 road tax and memory front seats.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM147,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQA: RM443,888 versus RM296,888.
Which EV charges faster?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N charges faster on DC, with a 350 kW maximum rate versus 100 kW for the Mercedes-Benz EQA. Both have 11 kW AC charging.
