Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX costs RM43,088 less than the Lexus RX yet brings 402 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time against 275 hp, 430 Nm and 7.6 seconds. Its 100.6-kWh battery claims 602 km of range, with 22-kW AC and 175-kW DC charging, so it suits a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly. The RX counters with a 612-litre boot, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, plus a five-year manufacturer warranty. Choose the Lexus if petrol and its extra practicality matter more than EV range and performance.
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge regularly and want 602 km of quoted EV range, 700 Nm and a RM43,088 lower purchase price.
Pick the Lexus RX if you need its 612-litre boot, heated and ventilated seats in both rows and five years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Lexus RX RM468,888.
- Power and torque: BMW iX has 402 hp and 700 Nm; Lexus RX has 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX takes 5.1 seconds; Lexus RX takes 7.6 seconds.
- Energy storage: BMW iX has a 100.6-kWh battery and 602 km range; Lexus RX has a 68-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BMW iX has 500 litres; Lexus RX has 612 litres.
- Warranty: BMW iX has a two-year manufacturer warranty; Lexus RX has a five-year manufacturer warranty.
iX
- RM43,088 cheaper with 402 hp and 700 Nm.
- 602 km quoted range; 22-kW AC and 175-kW DC charging.
- Air suspension, panoramic glass roof and auto parking.
- 500-litre boot is 112 litres smaller than the RX's.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is three years shorter.
- No heated or ventilated seats, unlike the RX's front and rear seats.
RX
- 612-litre boot and power-recline 40:20:40 rear seats.
- Heated and ventilated front and rear seats.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM43,088 more than the iX.
- 275 hp and 430 Nm trail the iX's 402 hp and 700 Nm.
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.5 seconds slower than the iX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM468,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 275 hp |
| Torque | — | 430 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 700 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✓ | 7.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (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" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium 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 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 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 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.
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iX vs RX FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Lexus RX better?
The BMW iX is the stronger buy for EV buyers, with 602 km quoted range, 402 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time. The Lexus RX is better for a larger 612-litre boot, ventilated rear seats and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RX costs RM43,088 more than the BMW iX. The BMW also has lower annual road tax at RM545 versus RM754 for the Lexus.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Lexus RX has the bigger boot at 612 litres, 112 litres more than the BMW iX's 500 litres. Both are five-seat SUVs with five doors.