Verdict
The MIFA 9 has a 51% bigger boot, the MIFA 9 is 15% more powerful, while the iX1 goes 8% further on a charge. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the iX1 has over the MIFA 9
What the MIFA 9 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 MIFA 9's wheelbase is 508 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The MIFA 9 is 155 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the MIFA 9: 1,010 litres against 490.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,800✓ | RM269,888 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM220 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,560/mo✓ | RM2,755/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,769✓ | RM7,265 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,244 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.22 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,863 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 35 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 475 km✓ | 435 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW✓ | 120 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✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | 3,095 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 26 inch | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | 19 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 10 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front, front-side, rear) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | 2 on outer rear seats | Available on front passenger and outer two second row 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 | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Electric Seat Adjustment with Memory for Driver | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Electric | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant Plus | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Powered Sliding Doors |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 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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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.
Which has the better warranty?
The MIFA 9 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the iX1. iX1: Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty. MIFA 9: 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.