Verdict
The BMW iX makes more sense for drivers who can charge regularly and want a pure EV: its 100.6 kWh battery delivers 602 km of EV range, against 100 km from the Denza B8’s 36.8 kWh pack. It also has a 500-litre boot and a 3,000 mm wheelbase. The Denza counters with seven seats, a 1,997 cc plug-in-hybrid powertrain and a quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time. For Malaysian family duties, its third row matters; for long electric trips, the iX’s range is decisive.
Pick the BMW iX if you want 602 km of electric range, 175 kW DC charging and a usable 500-litre boot in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, plug-in-hybrid flexibility and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Key differences
- Powertrain: BMW iX is electric with a 100.6 kWh battery; Denza B8 is a 1,997 cc petrol plug-in hybrid with a 36.8 kWh battery.
- EV range: BMW iX 602 km; Denza B8 100 km.
- Charging: BMW iX supports 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC; Denza B8 supports 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC.
- Performance: BMW iX makes 402 hp and 700 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds; Denza B8 makes 670 hp and 760 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.
- Practicality: BMW iX has five seats and a 500-litre boot; Denza B8 has seven seats and a 147-litre boot.
- Warranty: BMW iX has a two-year manufacturer warranty; Denza B8 has a six-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
iX
- 602 km EV range from a 100.6 kWh battery
- 175 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 500-litre boot and standard air suspension
- Five seats versus the Denza B8’s seven
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years/150,000 km
- No night vision or power doors
B8
- Seven seats with a sliding, reclining and ventilated second row
- 670 hp, 760 Nm and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Night vision, front-seat massage and all-door power operation
- 100 km EV range versus the BMW iX’s 602 km
- 147-litre boot versus the BMW iX’s 500 litres
- 3,305 kg versus 2,525 kg, and lower 120 kW DC charging
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM459,939 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | — |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 670 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 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, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | All Doors |
| 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✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 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 B8 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Denza B8 better?
The BMW iX is better for long-distance electric driving, with 602 km of EV range and 175 kW DC charging. The Denza B8 is better if seven seats and a petrol-backed plug-in-hybrid powertrain are essential.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM425,800 and the Denza B8 costs RM459,939, so the Denza is RM34,139 more expensive.
Which is better for a large family?
The Denza B8 is the clear choice for a large family because it has seven seats, a third row and a sliding, reclining second row. The BMW iX has five seats, but its 500-litre boot is far larger than the Denza’s 147 litres.