Verdict
The BMW iX1’s 66.5-kWh battery, 475-km EV range and 130-kW DC charging make it the more useful electric SUV for buyers with dependable charging access. Its 490-litre boot and 2,692-mm wheelbase also give it a clear family-space advantage. The Lexus LBX uses a petrol-hybrid powertrain and a 36-litre tank, while its 4,190-mm body is 310 mm shorter for tighter urban spaces. At RM238,888, it costs RM11,912 less, and its annual road tax is RM40 lower.
Pick the BMW iX1 if you can charge regularly and need 475 km of EV range, a 490-litre boot and stronger 204-hp motor output.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want the lower RM238,888 entry price, a compact 4,190-mm body and petrol-hybrid freedom from plug-in charging.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 RM250,800; Lexus LBX RM238,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX1 204 hp and 250 Nm; Lexus LBX 93 hp and 185 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX1 8.6 seconds; Lexus LBX 9.6 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW iX1 4,500 mm and 2,692 mm; Lexus LBX 4,190 mm and 2,580 mm.
- Boot space: BMW iX1 490 litres; Lexus LBX 315 litres.
- Wheels: BMW iX1 245/45R19 tyres on 19-inch wheels; Lexus LBX 215/60R17 tyres on 17-inch wheels.
iX1
- 66.5-kWh battery, 475-km EV range and 130-kW DC charging
- 490-litre boot and 2,692-mm wheelbase
- Head-up display, 360-degree camera and Parking Assistant Plus
- RM11,912 pricier and RM160 annual road tax versus RM120
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the Lexus’s five years
- 4,500-mm body is 310 mm longer than the LBX
LBX
- Lower RM238,888 price and RM120 annual road tax
- Compact 4,190-mm length and five doors
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- 315-litre boot is 175 litres smaller
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the BMW’s 8.6 seconds
- No head-up display, 360-degree camera or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,800 | RM238,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 90 hp |
| Torque | — | 120 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp✓ | 93 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm✓ | 185 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 475 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | E-CVT |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,190 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | Manual 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 | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Driving Assistant Plus | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| 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 with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | Dual front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 Start |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Electric | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery |
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.
Used iX1 & LBX for sale
iX1 vs LBX FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 or Lexus LBX better?
The BMW iX1 is better for EV driving, luggage capacity and stronger performance, with 475 km of range and a 490-litre boot. The Lexus LBX is better for buyers who want a smaller petrol-hybrid SUV without relying on charging.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 costs RM11,912 more than the Lexus LBX: RM250,800 versus RM238,888. Its annual road tax is also RM40 higher, at RM160 rather than RM120.
Which SUV is easier to use in tight city spaces?
The Lexus LBX is easier to place in town because it is 4,190 mm long and 1,825 mm wide, against the BMW iX1’s 4,500 mm length and 1,845 mm width. The BMW counters with a 360-degree camera and auto parking.