Verdict
The iX is 54% more powerful, while the ES is about 14% 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 ES 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 ES
AssemblyAirbag Disable FunctionChild Safety LockSeatbelt ReminderRear FoglampsWing Mirror Turn IndicatorsCup HoldersFolding Wing Mirrors
What the ES has over the iX
Auto Start/StopPaddle Shift
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The iX's wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The iX is 50 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
iX 4,965 × 1,970 × 1,695 mm · wheelbase 3,000 mmES 5,140 × 1,920 × 1,555 mm · wheelbase 2,950 mm
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM366,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM867 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM4,345/mo | RM3,745/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM11,319 | RM9,886✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,485✓ | RM1,751 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM7.42✓ | RM8.76 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM66,743 | RM62,519✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 4.6 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 40 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | A25A-FXS 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance; sixth-generation Lexus Hybrid System with 68-cell 251.6V lithium-ion battery; 247 PS (244 hp) total system output |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 186 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 235 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 270 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 | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | E-CVT |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 101 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,140 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 493 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Michelin Primacy 5 Energy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (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 | 19" Medium Grey Metallic Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 19" Medium Grey Metallic Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering with Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Revised TNGA GA-K platform; MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear (first ES with multi-link); electric power steering with variable gear ratio |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | — | Lexus Safety System+ 4.0, Emergency Steering Assist (ESA) with Active Support, Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Road Sign Assist (RSA), Traffic Movement Notification (TMN), Safe Exit Assist (SEA), Vehicle Approach Notice, Parking Support Alert / Parking Support Brake (PKSB), Active Cornering Assist (ACA), Secondary Collision Brake (SCB), Vehicle Braking Posture Control, Emergency Brake Signal, Brake Assist (BA), Brake Hold, Tyre Pressure Warning System, Intruder and Tilt Sensors |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Slim LED Headlamps with Twin L-Signature, Auto Levelling and Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Light Bar with Illuminated Lexus Logo |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | 8-way Powered Driver's Seat with Memory and Power Easy Access, 8-way Powered Passenger Seat, 2-way Lumbar, 3-level Heating and Ventilation, Perforated Synthetic Leather |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fold-down Centre Armrest with Cup Holders, Adjustable Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge, S-Flow Control and nanoe |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Slim Panoramic Roof with Single Movable Glass |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C (60W) Front, 12V in Console Box, 2 USB-C (45W) Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Omotenashi Ambient Lighting (64 Colours, 6 Dynamic Themes) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" Full HD Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound, 17 Speakers + Subwoofer, Active Noise Control |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | Yes, with Parking Support Brake |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | Yes, with Parking Support Brake |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Lexus Teammate Advanced Park |
| 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 | Responsive Hidden Switches, Heated Steering Wheel, Qi Wireless Charger, Digital Rear View Mirror, Electro-Shiftmatic Shift-by-wire with EV Mode Switch, Drive Modes (Normal, Eco, Sport, Custom), Auto-dimming Driver's Wing Mirror with Memory and Reverse-linked Tilt, Front Door Scuff Plates |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year hybrid components 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). 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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iX vs ES FAQ
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.
Which has the better warranty?
The ES carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the iX. iX: 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty. ES: 8-year hybrid components warranty.