Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX undercuts the RM499,000 Lotus Eletre by RM73,200, yet its 100.6 kWh battery claims 602 km, two kilometres farther than the Lotus. That makes the iX the more rational Malaysian long-distance EV, especially with RM545 annual road tax against RM1,440. The Eletre answers with 603 hp, a 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time and 350 kW DC charging, versus 402 hp, 5.1 seconds and 175 kW for the BMW. Its 688-litre boot is also properly more useful than 500 litres.
Pick the BMW iX if you want the lower RM545 annual road tax, claimed 602 km range and air suspension for RM73,200 less.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if faster 350 kW DC charging, 603 hp performance and a 688-litre boot matter more than its higher purchase price and road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Motor output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- DC charging: BMW iX 175 kW; Lotus Eletre 350 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Lotus Eletre 688 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX RM545; Lotus Eletre RM1,440.
iX
- Claims 602 km from its 100.6 kWh battery.
- RM895 lower annual road tax.
- Air suspension at both axles and standard auto parking.
- 175 kW DC charging is half the Eletre's 350 kW rate.
- 402 hp trails the Eletre's 603 hp, with 0-100 km/h taking 5.1 seconds versus 4.5 seconds.
- 500-litre boot is 188 litres smaller.
Eletre
- 603 hp and 710 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.
- 350 kW DC charging on its 800V architecture.
- 688-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Costs RM73,200 more and annual road tax is RM895 higher.
- Claims 600 km range despite a larger 112 kWh battery; the iX claims 602 km from 100.6 kWh.
- No panoramic glass roof or auto parking, both fitted to the iX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | 112 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 350 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 | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Electronic 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 rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| 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 | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| 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 |
| 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 | — |
| 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-year/200,000 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.
Used iX & Eletre for sale
iX vs Eletre FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Lotus Eletre better?
The BMW iX is the better ownership-led choice, with a 602 km claimed range, lower RM545 road tax and a lower purchase price. Choose the Lotus Eletre for its 603 hp output, 350 kW DC charging and 688-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM73,200 more than the BMW iX. Its annual road tax is also RM895 higher: RM1,440 versus RM545.
Which one charges faster?
The Lotus Eletre has the stronger fast-charging hardware at 350 kW DC, double the BMW iX's 175 kW maximum. Both support 22 kW AC charging.