Verdict
At RM425,800, the BMW iX costs RM183,200 less than the RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne, while its annual road tax is RM545 versus RM1,632. Its two motors produce 402 hp and 700 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds; the Cayenne’s 348 hp, 500 Nm petrol drivetrain takes 5.7 seconds but runs on to 248 km/h. For a Malaysian buyer with charging access, the iX’s 100.6-kWh battery, 602-km range and 175-kW DC charging make the stronger ownership case. The Cayenne counters with a far larger 772-litre boot and locally assembled CKD status.
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge at home or work and want RM183,200 in savings, 602 km of EV range and quicker 5.1-second acceleration.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need its 772-litre boot, 248-km/h top speed and 40:20:40 rear seat versatility more than EV running costs.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Road tax: BMW iX RM545/year; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632/year.
- Power and torque: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Porsche Cayenne 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX 5.1 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Range/economy: BMW iX 602 km from a 100.6-kWh battery; Porsche Cayenne 10.8 L/100 km.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Porsche Cayenne 772 litres.
iX
- RM183,200 cheaper to buy with RM1,087 lower annual road tax.
- 402 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 602-km range, 22-kW AC and 175-kW DC charging.
- 500-litre boot is 272 litres smaller than the Cayenne’s 772 litres.
- 200-km/h top speed trails the Cayenne’s 248 km/h.
- Weighs 2,525 kg, 395 kg more than the Cayenne.
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats with remote release.
- 248-km/h top speed and 8-Speed Tiptronic S transmission.
- CKD Malaysian assembly and a four-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- RM609,000 price is RM183,200 higher than the iX.
- RM1,632 annual road tax is RM1,087 higher.
- 348 hp and 500 Nm result in a slower 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 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) |
| 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 |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| 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✓ | 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 | — |
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 Cayenne FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Porsche Cayenne better?
The BMW iX is the better buy for a buyer with dependable charging: it is RM183,200 cheaper, has 602 km of stated range and reaches 100 km/h 0.6 seconds sooner. Choose the Cayenne if its 772-litre boot is essential.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX is RM425,800 and the Porsche Cayenne is RM609,000, so the Cayenne costs RM183,200 more. The iX also has lower annual road tax: RM545 against RM1,632.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Porsche Cayenne has the bigger boot at 772 litres, 272 litres more than the BMW iX’s 500 litres. Its 40:20:40 split-folding rear bench also has remote release, while the iX uses a 60:40 split-folding arrangement.