Verdict
The BMW iX1 is the cheaper, tidier city EV at RM250,800, while the Xpeng X9 asks RM281,073 and gives you a different scale of car for the RM30,273 gap. The BMW is a 4,500 mm C-segment SUV with five seats and a 490-litre boot; the Xpeng is a 5,316 mm D-segment MPV with seven seats and 721 litres. The X9 also has the bigger numbers: 315 hp, 450 Nm, 535 km range and 537 kW DC charging versus 204 hp, 250 Nm, 475 km and 130 kW.
iX1
Pick the BMW iX1 if you want the easier-to-park electric SUV with a lower price, lower RM160 road tax and enough range at 475 km.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a 721-litre boot, more power and far quicker quoted DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 RM250,800; Xpeng X9 RM281,073
- Power and torque: BMW iX1 204 hp/250 Nm; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm
- Battery and range: BMW iX1 66.5 kWh/475 km; Xpeng X9 94.8 kWh/535 km
- DC charging: BMW iX1 130 kW CCS2; Xpeng X9 537 kW CCS
- Size: BMW iX1 4,500 mm long/2,692 mm wheelbase; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm long/3,160 mm wheelbase
- Seats and boot: BMW iX1 5 seats/490 litres; Xpeng X9 7 seats/721 litres
iX1
- Costs RM30,273 less than the Xpeng X9
- Much smaller footprint: 4,500 mm long and 1,845 mm wide
- Lower annual road tax at RM160 versus RM365
- Less powerful: 204 hp and 250 Nm versus 315 hp and 450 Nm
- Shorter range and slower DC charging: 475 km/130 kW versus 535 km/537 kW
- Only five seats and 490 litres of boot space
X9
- Seven seats with second-row captain seats and a 60:40 split-folding third row
- Bigger 94.8 kWh LFP battery with 535 km range
- Much higher quoted DC charging rate at 537 kW
- Costs RM30,273 more than the BMW iX1
- Far larger and heavier: 5,316 mm and 2,750 kg versus 4,500 mm and 2,085 kg
- Higher annual road tax at RM365 versus RM160
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,800✓ | RM 281,073 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 94.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 475 km | 535 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS2 | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 537 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | 2 on outer rear seats | Available on Second & Third 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | Dual front | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant Plus | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| 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/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160✓ | RM 365 |
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.
iX1 vs X9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for family space, performance and charging numbers. The BMW iX1 is better if you want a smaller, cheaper electric SUV that is easier to place in daily Malaysian traffic and parking.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM30,273 more. The BMW iX1 is RM250,800, while the Xpeng X9 is RM281,073.
Which one is easier to use in town?
The BMW iX1. It is 816 mm shorter, 143 mm narrower and 665 kg lighter than the Xpeng X9, so it is the less bulky car for multi-storey car parks and tight streets.