Verdict
At RM250,800, the BMW iX1 is the sharper value: it is RM2,000 cheaper, carries 3 hp more and claims 475 km from the same 66.5-kWh battery, a 42-km advantage over the BMW iX1 L. Both are single-motor, front-wheel-drive SUVs with 250 Nm, 11-kW AC and 130-kW DC charging, a 490-litre boot and identical 8.6-second 0-100 km/h times. The L counters with a 116-mm longer body, 110-mm longer wheelbase, panoramic glass roof and more flexible 40:20:40 rear seat. Choose on cabin priorities, not acceleration.
Pick the BMW iX1 if longer 475-km range, a lower purchase price and Adaptive M Suspension matter more than rear-seat flexibility.
Pick the BMW iX1 L if you want the longer 2,802-mm wheelbase, fixed panoramic glass roof and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 RM250,800; BMW iX1 L RM252,800.
- Motor output: BMW iX1 204 hp; BMW iX1 L 201 hp.
- EV range: BMW iX1 475 km; BMW iX1 L 433 km.
- Top speed: BMW iX1 170 km/h; BMW iX1 L 175 km/h.
- Length: BMW iX1 4,500 mm; BMW iX1 L 4,616 mm.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX1 2,692 mm; BMW iX1 L 2,802 mm.
iX1
- 42 km more claimed EV range from the same 66.5-kWh battery.
- 204 hp, 3 hp ahead of the BMW iX1 L.
- Adaptive M Suspension and Parking Assistant Plus.
- 116 mm shorter in length and 110 mm shorter in wheelbase.
- No fixed panoramic glass roof.
- 60/40 rear-seat split is less versatile than 40:20:40.
iX1 L
- 116-mm longer body and 2,802-mm wheelbase.
- Fixed panoramic glass roof.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Costs RM2,000 more.
- 433-km EV range is 42 km shorter despite the same 66.5-kWh battery.
- 201 hp is 3 hp down on the BMW iX1.
What the iX1 has over the iX1 L
What the iX1 L has over the iX1
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The iX1 L's wheelbase is 110 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,800✓ | RM252,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM160 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,560/mo✓ | RM2,580/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,769✓ | RM6,821 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,244✓ | RM1,365 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.22✓ | RM6.82 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,863✓ | RM41,727 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.0 hours | 6.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 35 min | 35 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 475 km✓ | 433 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 175 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,616 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,802 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front, front-side, rear) | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | 2 on outer rear seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Front Collision Warning | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Driving Assistant Plus | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Electric Seat Adjustment with Memory for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| 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 |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | Dual front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Electric | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant Plus | — |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the BMW iX1 or BMW iX1 L better?
The BMW iX1 is the better buy for range, price and motor output. Choose the BMW iX1 L only if its longer wheelbase, panoramic roof and 40:20:40 rear-seat layout are higher priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 L costs RM2,000 more than the BMW iX1.
Do the BMW iX1 and BMW iX1 L charge at the same speed?
Yes. Both support 11-kW AC charging and 130-kW DC charging, and both use a 66.5-kWh battery.
How long does charging take?
The iX1's 66.5 kWh battery takes about 6.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 130 kW peak. The iX1 L's 66.5 kWh battery takes about 6.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 130 kW peak.