Verdict
The iX has a 33% bigger boot, the iX goes 16% further on a charge, while the EV9 is about 13% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro (RM487,800) sits above every EV9 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the iX has over the EV9
What the EV9 has over the iX
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The EV9's wheelbase is 100 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the iX: 500 litres against 333.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM368,668✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM515✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM4,345/mo | RM3,765/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM11,319 | RM9,833✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,485✓ | RM1,756 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM7.42✓ | RM8.78 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM66,743 | RM60,521✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 4.6 hours✓ | 9.1 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 40 min | 20 min✓ |
| 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 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 18 inch |
| 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 | 3 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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How long does charging take?
The iX's 100.6 kWh battery takes about 4.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 40 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 175 kW peak. The EV9's 99.8 kWh battery takes about 9.1 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 350 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The EV9 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the iX. iX: 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty. EV9: 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery.