Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX undercuts the RM538,800 Maserati Ghibli by RM113,000 and cuts annual road tax from RM2,078 to RM545. Its two motors produce 402 hp and 700 Nm, reach 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and quote 692 km of EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery; 22-kW AC and 175-kW DC charging suit an electric daily driver. The Ghibli counters with a 263-km/h top speed, a 70-litre petrol tank and a 1,810-kg kerb weight, 715 kg below the iX.
iX
Pick the BMW iX if you want 692 km of electric range, all-wheel drive and far more driver-assistance and parking hardware for RM113,000 less.
Ghibli
Pick the Maserati Ghibli if you want a petrol V6 sedan with a 263-km/h top speed, rear-wheel drive and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Maserati Ghibli RM538,800.
- Powertrain: BMW iX has two motors with 402 hp and 700 Nm; Maserati Ghibli has a 2,979-cc twin-turbo V6 with 330 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Maserati Ghibli 5.6 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW iX 200 km/h; Maserati Ghibli 263 km/h.
- Kerb weight: BMW iX 2,525 kg; Maserati Ghibli 1,810 kg.
- Road tax per year: BMW iX RM545; Maserati Ghibli RM2,078.
iX
- 692-km EV range from a 100.6-kWh lithium-ion battery.
- 402 hp, 700 Nm and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Standard autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 200-km/h top speed trails the Ghibli's 263 km/h.
- At 2,525 kg, it is 715 kg heavier than the Ghibli.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Ghibli's full-size spare wheel.
Ghibli
- 263-km/h top speed from the 330-hp twin-turbo V6.
- 1,810-kg kerb weight is 715 kg lower than the iX.
- Full-size spare wheel and a three-year manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM113,000 more than the iX.
- 9.6 L/100 km rated fuel use, 223 g/km CO2 and RM2,078 annual road tax.
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, reverse camera or navigation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 425,800✓ | RM 538,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC twin turbocharged V6, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,979 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 330 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 86.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.7 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 692 km✓ | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Auto-Adaptive Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 5.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 263 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 223 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,971 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,945 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,998 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 1,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Italy (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 18" Alfieri |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 18" Alfieri |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Mechanical LSD |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Front and Passenger, Side, and Curtain Airbags |
| 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 | Three-point seat belts for all five seats |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Bi-Xenon |
| 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 with adjustable lumbar, driver and passenger |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fold-down centre armrest, three rear headrests |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Air vents only |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 12V front and 12V cargo area power outlet |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Two Front, Two Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 8.4 inch Maserati Touch Control, 280W audio system with 8 speakers, CD/DVD/MP3/USB support |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down with Jam-Protection |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry + Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote boot release |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited✓ | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years✓ | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | Free Service at 20,000km, 40,000km, 60,000km |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545✓ | RM 2,078 |
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.
iX vs Ghibli FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Maserati Ghibli better?
The BMW iX is the stronger Malaysian all-round choice: it is RM113,000 cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h, has 692 km of quoted EV range and carries more safety and parking assistance. Choose the Ghibli for its petrol V6, 263-km/h top speed and lighter sedan format.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM425,800 and the Maserati Ghibli costs RM538,800, so the Ghibli is RM113,000 more expensive.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The BMW iX has lower annual road tax at RM545, against RM2,078 for the Maserati Ghibli. That is a RM1,533 annual difference.