Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the BMW iX is the sharper numbers-led choice: it costs RM40,190 less at RM425,800, reaches 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and goes 602 km on its 100.6-kWh battery. The Audi Q8 e-tron counters with a larger 114-kWh battery, a 569-litre boot and a space-saver spare. Both have 402 hp, dual motors, all-wheel drive, 22-kW AC charging and identical RM545 annual road tax. The Audi’s Digital Matrix LED lamps and rear window shades appeal, but the iX brings adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and a panoramic glass roof for less money.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you need the larger 569-litre boot, a space-saver spare tyre and Digital Matrix LED headlights.
Pick the BMW iX if you want 602 km of range, quicker 5.1-second acceleration and more driver-assistance equipment for RM40,190 less.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; BMW iX RM425,800.
- EV range: Audi Q8 e-tron 582 km; BMW iX 602 km.
- Battery capacity: Audi Q8 e-tron 114 kWh; BMW iX 100.6 kWh.
- 0-100 km/h: Audi Q8 e-tron 5.6 seconds; BMW iX 5.1 seconds.
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; BMW iX 500 litres.
- DC charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 170 kW; BMW iX 175 kW.
Q8 e-tron
- 569-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre.
- Larger 114-kWh battery.
- Digital Matrix LED headlights and rear door sunshades.
- Costs RM40,190 more than the BMW iX.
- 582-km range is 20 km shorter.
- Lane-keeping only warns, rather than applying steering correction.
iX
- RM425,800 price is RM40,190 lower.
- 602-km range and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and auto parking.
- 500-litre boot is 69 litres smaller.
- 100.6-kWh battery capacity is lower than the Audi’s 114 kWh.
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM425,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM545 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 700 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 100.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km | 602 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 175 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,965 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,970 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,525 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Pirelli P Zero E |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket 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 |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | 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 | — | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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 Q8 e-tron & iX for sale
Q8 e-tron vs iX FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW iX better?
The BMW iX is the stronger buy on price, range and acceleration: RM425,800, 602 km and 5.1 seconds to 100 km/h. Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron for its 569-litre boot, space-saver spare and 114-kWh battery.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 and the BMW iX costs RM425,800, so the Audi is RM40,190 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot and longer range?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has the larger boot at 569 litres versus 500 litres. The BMW iX has the longer claimed EV range at 602 km, 20 km ahead of the Audi’s 582 km.