BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE
The BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE are executive electric sedans for buyers who want a large, luxurious EV with presence and long range. Both bring established luxury credentials to the electric executive class.
The i5 keeps the familiar 5 Series feel — composed, engaging and conventionally luxurious — in electric form. The EQE leans into a futuristic, screen-heavy cabin and limousine-like rear comfort.
Bottom line: Choose the i5 for a classic executive feel and drive; choose the EQE for futuristic cabin tech and rear-seat comfort.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 368,800 | RM 379,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | Malaysia | Germany |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 335 hp | 288 hp |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Transmission | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 6.4 s |
| Top speed | 193 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | — | — |
| Electric range | 627 km | 669 km |
| CO2 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Boot | 490 L | 430 L |
| Battery | 83.9 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | — |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 yrs | 4 yrs |
| Road tax / year | RM 395 | RM 305 |



