BMW iX vs Porsche Cayenne
Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX undercuts the RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne by RM183,200 while giving you more power, quicker acceleration and a 692 km EV range from its 100.6 kWh battery. It is the stronger on-paper buy for a Malaysian who can charge at home. The Cayenne hits back with a much larger 772-litre boot, a higher 248 km/h top speed, eight airbags and a four-year warranty. Close? Not on price. But on family practicality, the Porsche has real numbers on its side.
Pick the BMW iX if you want the cheaper, quicker electric SUV with 402 hp, AWD and 692 km of EV range.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need the bigger 772-litre boot, higher 248 km/h top speed and longer four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000
- Power: BMW iX 402 hp; Porsche Cayenne 335 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 s; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 s
- Top speed: BMW iX 200 km/h; Porsche Cayenne 248 km/h
- Wheelbase and boot: BMW iX 3,000 mm and 500 L; Porsche Cayenne 2,895 mm and 772 L
- Running costs: BMW iX road tax RM545/year; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632/year
iX
- 402 hp and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 692 km EV range from a 100.6 kWh battery
- Lower price and RM545 annual road tax
- 500-litre boot is far smaller than the Cayenne’s 772 litres
- Two-year warranty trails the Porsche’s four years
- 200 km/h top speed is lower
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot is the practical win here
- 248 km/h top speed is much higher
- Eight airbags and a four-year warranty
- Costs RM183,200 more
- Slower to 100 km/h at 5.7 seconds
- Higher RM1,632 annual road tax and 10.8 L/100 km fuel economy
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 425,800✓ | RM 609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-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 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround 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 | Push Start Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545✓ | RM 1,632 |
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 Cayenne FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Porsche Cayenne better?
The BMW iX is better on price, power, acceleration, EV range and road tax. The Porsche Cayenne is better for boot space, top speed, airbags and warranty. For most home-charging buyers, the iX makes the stronger case.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne costs RM183,200 more than the BMW iX. That gap buys a bigger 772-litre boot, higher 248 km/h top speed, eight airbags and a four-year warranty.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres versus the BMW iX’s 500 litres. Both are five-seat executive SUVs with all-wheel drive, but the Cayenne carries more luggage on paper.