Verdict
Just RM2,800 separates these two C-segment SUVs, but they suit very different Malaysian routines. The BMW iX1 L is the city-friendly choice: its 66.5 kWh battery claims 433 km of range, DC charging reaches 130 kW, and its 490-litre boot beats the Tank’s 400 litres. The Tank 300 trades that EV running pattern for a 217 hp, 380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, all-wheel drive and a 75-litre tank. Its six-year warranty also dwarfs BMW’s two-year cover. Pick based on charging access, not badge alone.
Pick the BMW iX1 L if home or workplace charging suits you and you want 433 km claimed EV range, a 490-litre boot and RM160 annual road tax.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you need all-wheel drive, a 75-litre petrol tank, ventilated massaging front seats and six years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 L RM252,800; GWM Tank 300 RM250,000.
- Powertrain: BMW iX1 L has one 201 hp, 250 Nm electric motor and a 66.5 kWh battery; GWM Tank 300 has a 1,999 cc turbo petrol engine with 217 hp and 380 Nm.
- Drive and range: BMW iX1 L is front-wheel drive with 433 km EV range; GWM Tank 300 is all-wheel drive with a 75-litre fuel tank.
- Road tax: BMW iX1 L RM160 per year; GWM Tank 300 RM440 per year.
- Boot space: BMW iX1 L 490 litres; GWM Tank 300 400 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX1 L two years; GWM Tank 300 six years.
iX1 L
- 433 km claimed range with 130 kW DC charging.
- 490-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear seat split.
- Head-up display, navigation and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 300’s all-wheel drive.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years.
- No front-seat ventilation or massage function.
Tank 300
- All-wheel drive with 217 hp and 380 Nm.
- Ventilated, massaging powered front seats.
- Six-year manufacturer warranty and a full-size spare tyre.
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM160.
- 400-litre boot versus 490 litres.
- No built-in navigation or head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800 | RM250,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 217 hp |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 433 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Eight-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,616 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,903 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,802 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 400 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin Primacy HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Infinity 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 with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 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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iX1 L vs Tank 300 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 L or GWM Tank 300 better?
The BMW iX1 L is better for drivers able to charge regularly, with 433 km claimed range, lower RM160 road tax and a larger 490-litre boot. The GWM Tank 300 is better for all-wheel drive, a 75-litre petrol tank and its six-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 L costs RM252,800 and the GWM Tank 300 costs RM250,000, so the BMW is RM2,800 more expensive.
Which has the better ownership warranty?
The GWM Tank 300 has the longer manufacturer warranty at six years with unlimited mileage. The BMW iX1 L has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.