Verdict
At RM443,888, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM25,000 more than the RM418,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB, and its annual road tax is RM1,440 versus RM436. That outlay buys a 601 hp, 740 Nm dual-motor EV with 448 km of range, 350 kW DC charging and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The AMG GLB counters with a 302 hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol hybrid, a 570-litre boot, seven airbags and powered front seats with memory. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge at home or work, the Ioniq 5 N is the faster, more richly equipped choice; the GLB is cheaper to buy and tax.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N if you can charge regularly and want 601 hp, 740 Nm, 448 km of EV range and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want to spend RM25,000 less, pay RM1,004 less annual road tax and need its 570-litre boot plus powered memory front seats.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM443,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB RM418,888.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 3.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 5.5 seconds.
- Top speed: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 260 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 250 km/h.
- Wheelbase: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 3,000 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 2,829 mm.
- Airbags: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N six; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB seven.
- Infotainment touchscreen: Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 12.3 inches; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB 10.25 inches.
Ioniq 5 N
- 601 hp and 740 Nm from two electric motors.
- 448 km EV range with 350 kW DC charging.
- Head-up display, panoramic glass roof and 8-year/160,000 km warranty.
- Costs RM25,000 more and has RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM436.
- Six airbags versus the AMG GLB's seven.
- Manual front-seat adjustment instead of powered seats with memory.
AMG GLB
- RM418,888 price and RM436 annual road tax.
- 570-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Powered front seats with memory and seven airbags.
- 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Ioniq 5 N's 3.4 seconds.
- No panoramic glass roof or head-up display.
- 10.25-inch touchscreen is smaller than the Ioniq 5 N's 12.3-inch unit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM443,888 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | 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 at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| 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 | 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 | — | 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 | 3.4 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,790 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 570 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 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 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 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 for 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 | 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| 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 | 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 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 | 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 |
| 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 GLB for sale
Ioniq 5 N vs AMG GLB FAQ
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB better?
The Ioniq 5 N is better for outright pace and EV use, reaching 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and offering 448 km of range. The AMG GLB is better for buyers prioritising a 570-litre boot, powered memory seats and lower purchase and road-tax costs.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM443,888 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB costs RM418,888, so the Ioniq 5 N is RM25,000 more expensive.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB has lower annual road tax at RM436, compared with RM1,440 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. The difference is RM1,004 per year.
