Verdict
The BMW iX costs RM29,912 more at RM425,800, but it brings 402 hp, 700 Nm and a 100.6-kWh battery rated for 602 km, plus 175-kW DC charging. Its 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time is properly quicker than the Lexus NX’s 7.7 seconds. The NX counters with a 520-litre boot, 20 litres more than the iX, a five-year warranty and lower upfront cost. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the iX is the far more complete long-distance EV; the NX suits those retaining petrol-hybrid refuelling convenience.
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge at home or work and want 602 km of EV range, 700 Nm and a 175-kW DC charging rate.
Pick the Lexus NX if you want to spend RM29,912 less, retain a 55-litre fuel tank and get a five-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Lexus NX RM395,888.
- Power and torque: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Lexus NX 184 hp engine output and 221 Nm engine torque.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Lexus NX 7.7 seconds.
- Size: BMW iX 4,965 mm long with a 3,000 mm wheelbase; Lexus NX 4,660 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Lexus NX 520 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX two years; Lexus NX five years.
iX
- 602 km EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery
- 402 hp, 700 Nm and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h pace
- 175-kW DC charging, air suspension and auto parking
- Costs RM29,912 more
- 500-litre boot is 20 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
NX
- RM395,888 entry price
- 520-litre boot and 55-litre fuel tank
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- 184 hp and 221 Nm engine output trail the iX’s 402 hp and 700 Nm
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.6 seconds slower
- No stated EV range or AC/DC charging capability
What the iX has over the NX
What the NX 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 iX's wheelbase is 310 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The iX is 105 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM395,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM830 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM4,345/mo | RM4,040/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM11,319 | RM10,640✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,485 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM7.42 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM66,743 | — |
| 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 | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 184 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 208 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 | — | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 | 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| 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 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 with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| 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 | — |
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 NX FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Lexus NX better?
The BMW iX is better for buyers with regular charging access: it has 602 km of EV range, 402 hp, 700 Nm and 175-kW DC charging. The Lexus NX is the more affordable choice and has a longer five-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM425,800 and the Lexus NX costs RM395,888, so the iX costs RM29,912 more.
Which has more boot space?
The Lexus NX has the larger boot at 520 litres, 20 litres more than the BMW iX’s 500 litres. Both are five-seat SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
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.