Verdict
The BMW iX costs RM425,800 against the BMW X5’s RM470,800, and its RM545 annual road tax undercuts the X5’s RM1,637 by a wide margin. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the iX’s 100.6-kWh battery, 602-km range and 175-kW DC charging make a strong case, while its 402 hp and 700 Nm also deliver a 5.1-second century sprint. The X5 is 30 mm shorter yet carries 650 litres of luggage to the iX’s 500 litres, and reaches 250 km/h rather than 200 km/h.
iX
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge regularly and want 602 km of EV range, lower road tax and quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if its 650-litre boot, 250-km/h top speed and sunroof and rear-window shades matter more than EV running costs.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; BMW X5 RM470,800.
- Road tax: BMW iX RM545/year; BMW X5 RM1,637/year.
- Performance: BMW iX 402 hp, 700 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds; BMW X5 308 hp, 540 Nm and 5.4 seconds.
- Energy and range: BMW iX has a 100.6-kWh battery, 602-km EV range and 175-kW DC charging; BMW X5 has an 83-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; BMW X5 650 litres.
- Top speed: BMW iX 200 km/h; BMW X5 250 km/h.
iX
- RM45,000 cheaper to buy.
- 602-km EV range with 22-kW AC and 175-kW DC charging.
- Quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time and lower RM545 road tax.
- 500-litre boot is 150 litres smaller than the X5’s.
- 2,525 kg kerb weight is 285 kg heavier than the X5.
- 200-km/h top speed trails the X5 by 50 km/h.
X5
- 650-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 250-km/h top speed and eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
- Powered sunroof shade and manual rear-window shades.
- Costs RM45,000 more and annual road tax is RM1,092 higher.
- Its 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.3 seconds slower than the iX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM470,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 308 hp |
| Torque | — | 540 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Eight-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 5.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,935 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,975 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 650 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 315/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers |
| 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 for 2 Outer 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 Projector with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) |
| 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 | 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 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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iX vs X5 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or BMW X5 better?
The iX is the stronger choice for buyers with charging access: it is cheaper, has a 602-km EV range, lower road tax and a quicker 5.1-second sprint. Choose the X5 for its 650-litre boot, 250-km/h top speed and sun shades.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X5 costs RM45,000 more than the BMW iX. Its annual road tax is also RM1,092 higher, at RM1,637 versus RM545.
Which BMW has more luggage space?
The BMW X5 has the larger boot at 650 litres, 150 litres more than the BMW iX’s 500 litres. The X5 also has 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, while the iX uses a 60:40 split.