Verdict
At RM421,990, the Audi Q5 Sportback undercuts the BMW iX by RM3,810, has a 515-litre boot and brings ventilated front seats. But the iX’s extra outlay buys a 100.6-kWh battery, 602 km claimed range, 175-kW DC charging and two motors producing 402 hp and 700 Nm, against the Audi’s 268 hp and 400 Nm petrol powertrain. Its 3,000-mm wheelbase is 472 mm longer, too. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the iX is the more complete technical package; the Audi makes sense for the lower road tax and larger boot.
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if you want the RM3,810 lower purchase price, RM434 annual road tax, a 515-litre boot and ventilated front seats.
Pick the BMW iX if you have reliable charging and want 602 km of EV range, 402 hp, 700 Nm, air suspension and a 3,000-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; BMW iX RM425,800.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 Sportback 268 hp and 400 Nm; BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm.
- Energy storage and range: Audi Q5 Sportback 68-litre fuel tank; BMW iX 100.6-kWh battery and 602 km EV range.
- DC charging: Audi Q5 Sportback not applicable; BMW iX 175 kW.
- Wheelbase: Audi Q5 Sportback 2,528 mm; BMW iX 3,000 mm.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 Sportback 515 litres; BMW iX 500 litres.
Q5 Sportback
- RM3,810 cheaper to buy and RM111 cheaper in annual road tax.
- 515-litre boot is 15 litres larger.
- Ventilated front seats and 40:20:40 rear seat split.
- 268 hp and 400 Nm trail the iX’s 402 hp and 700 Nm.
- No 602-km EV range or 175-kW DC charging capability.
- Shorter 2,528-mm wheelbase; it also lacks the iX’s panoramic glass roof and auto parking.
iX
- 100.6-kWh battery, 602 km range and 175-kW DC charging.
- Two motors deliver 402 hp and 700 Nm through all-wheel drive.
- 3,000-mm wheelbase, air suspension, panoramic glass roof and auto parking.
- Costs RM3,810 more and annual road tax is RM545 versus RM434.
- 500-litre boot is 15 litres smaller.
- No ventilated front seats; rear seat split is 60:40 rather than 40:20:40.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM421,990✓ | RM425,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM545 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 602 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,965 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,970 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,525 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Pirelli P Zero E |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors | LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 Digital Key | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | — | Intelligent Personal Assistant; Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 5 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.
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Q5 Sportback vs iX FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or BMW iX better?
The BMW iX is the stronger choice if charging suits your routine: it has 402 hp, 700 Nm, a 100.6-kWh battery and 602 km range. Choose the Audi Q5 Sportback for its lower price, lower road tax and 515-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM425,800, which is RM3,810 more than the Audi Q5 Sportback at RM421,990.
Which has the larger boot?
The Audi Q5 Sportback has the larger boot at 515 litres. The BMW iX has 500 litres, a 15-litre deficit.