Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BMW iX costs RM425,800, RM57,132 more than the Kia EV9 at RM368,668. Its 100.6-kWh battery claims 602 km, 97 km beyond the EV9’s 505 km, while 402 hp and a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time give it the sharper on-paper pace. The EV9 answers with seven seats, a 3,100-mm wheelbase and 350-kW DC charging against 175 kW. It is the family-first choice, but its 333-litre boot is 167 litres smaller than the iX’s 500 litres.
iX
Pick the BMW iX if you need the longer 602-km claimed range, 22-kW AC charging and a five-seat SUV with a larger 500-litre boot.
EV9
Pick the Kia EV9 if seven seats, 350-kW DC charging, 3.6-kW V2L and a RM57,132 saving matter more than maximum range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Kia EV9 RM368,668.
- Claimed EV range: BMW iX 602 km; Kia EV9 505 km.
- Charging: BMW iX 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC; Kia EV9 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC.
- Output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Kia EV9 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX five seats and 500 litres; Kia EV9 seven seats and 333 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX 3,000 mm; Kia EV9 3,100 mm.
iX
- 602-km claimed range from a 100.6-kWh battery.
- 402 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 22-kW AC charging and air suspension front and rear.
- RM57,132 dearer than the EV9.
- Five seats versus the EV9’s seven.
- 175-kW DC charging trails the EV9’s 350 kW.
EV9
- Seven seats and a 3,100-mm wheelbase.
- 350-kW DC charging plus 3.6-kW V2L.
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 505-km claimed range is 97 km short of the iX.
- 11-kW AC charging is half the iX’s 22-kW rate.
- 333-litre boot is 167 litres smaller than the iX’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM368,668✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM515✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 380 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 99.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 505 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 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 | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,648 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 333 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 285/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 285/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Automatic For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| 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 with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Remote Parking Assist |
| 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✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery |
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 EV9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Kia EV9 better?
The BMW iX is better for longer claimed range, stronger 402-hp performance and 22-kW AC charging. The Kia EV9 is better for a seven-seat household, 350-kW DC charging and lower purchase cost.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM57,132 more than the Kia EV9.
Which one is more useful for a large family?
The Kia EV9 is the clear choice for a large family because it has seven seats, a 3,100-mm wheelbase, third-row air vents and ISOFIX on the second and third rows. Its boot is 333 litres, however, versus 500 litres in the five-seat iX.