Verdict
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM443,888, RM80,000 more than the RM363,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA, but it delivers a huge 601 hp and 740 Nm from two motors, reaching 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. Its 84 kWh battery has a stated 448 km range and accepts up to 350 kW DC charging, although annual road tax is RM1,440 against RM436. The AMG GLA counters with local CKD assembly, a 435-litre boot and a 1,991 cc petrol mild-hybrid powertrain, but the Hyundai is the far more focused performance choice.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N if 601 hp, a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time, 448 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging matter more than an RM80,000 saving.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA if you want the RM363,888 entry price, CKD assembly, a 435-litre boot and powered memory front seats.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM443,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA RM363,888.
- Performance: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 601 hp, 740 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 302 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2 seconds.
- Energy storage: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has an 84 kWh battery and 448 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has a 1 kWh battery and no EV range stated.
- Charging: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N supports 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has no AC or DC charging rate stated.
- Size: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is 4,715 mm long with a 3,000 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is 4,410 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM1,440 per year; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA RM436 per year.
Ioniq 5 N
- 601 hp and 740 Nm from two motors
- 448 km stated EV range and up to 350 kW DC charging
- Panoramic glass roof, head-up display and 3.6 kW V2L
- RM80,000 pricier and RM1,004 more in annual road tax
- Manual front-seat adjustment instead of powered memory seats
- No navigation listed, while the AMG GLA gets navigation
AMG GLA
- RM80,000 lower purchase price with CKD assembly
- Powered front seats with memory and 435-litre boot
- 12-speaker 710W Burmester system, navigation and paddle shifts
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.2 seconds, versus 3.4 seconds
- 302 hp and 400 Nm trail the Hyundai's 601 hp and 740 Nm
- No panoramic roof, head-up display or V2L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM443,888 | RM363,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM436✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 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 |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 601 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh✓ | 1 kWh |
| EV Range | 448 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 | — | 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 | 3.4 seconds✓ | 5.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-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, AMG Dynamic Select |
| 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 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| 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 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 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 | Powered Boot | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, MBUX Interior Assistant |
| 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 5 N & AMG GLA for sale
Ioniq 5 N vs AMG GLA FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA better?
The Ioniq 5 N is better for outright pace and EV capability, with 601 hp, 740 Nm, a 3.4-second sprint and 448 km stated range. The AMG GLA is the better lower-cost choice, with a 435-litre boot and powered memory seats.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM80,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA. Its annual road tax is also RM1,004 higher: RM1,440 versus RM436.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has an eight-year, 160,000 km manufacturer warranty, including an eight-year, 160,000 km battery warranty. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA has a four-year manufacturer warranty with unlimited mileage.
