Verdict
The BMW iX2 is the sharper five-seat EV: its 308 hp, 494 Nm dual-motor all-wheel-drive system reaches 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, against the D9’s 9.5 seconds. The Denza D9 changes the brief with seven seats, a 103.36 kWh battery and 520 km range, versus 64.7 kWh and 417 km. For Malaysian families, its captain chairs, third row and rear climate control are material gains, although the BMW’s 525-litre boot is larger than the D9’s 410 litres. Both have 11 kW AC charging and RM335 annual road tax.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want a more compact five-seat EV with all-wheel drive, 494 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, 520 km of range and a properly equipped second row for family travel.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Denza D9 RM299,000.
- Battery and range: BMW iX2 64.7 kWh and 417 km; Denza D9 103.36 kWh and 520 km.
- Performance: BMW iX2 494 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Denza D9 360 Nm and 9.5 seconds.
- Seating and boot: BMW iX2 five seats and 525 litres; Denza D9 seven seats and 410 litres.
- Size: BMW iX2 is 4,554 mm long with a 2,692 mm wheelbase; Denza D9 is 5,250 mm long with a 3,110 mm wheelbase.
- DC charging and V2L: BMW iX2 130 kW and no V2L; Denza D9 166 kW and 6 kW V2L.
iX2
- 308 hp, 494 Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 525-litre boot and 360-degree camera with auto parking
- Only five seats to the D9’s seven
- 417 km range trails the D9’s 520 km
- No V2L, sunroof or rear climate-control zone
D9
- Seven seats with ventilated, massaging second-row captain chairs and ottomans
- 103.36 kWh battery, 520 km range and 166 kW DC charging
- 6 kW V2L, rear sliding doors and rear climate control
- RM15,200 more expensive than the BMW iX2
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.9 seconds slower
- 410-litre boot is 115 litres smaller and it is front-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM299,000 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 360 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | 103.36 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 417 km | 520 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 166 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 5,250 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Frequency Selective variable dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row 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 Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shades |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/150,000 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.
Used iX2 & D9 for sale
iX2 vs D9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Denza D9 better?
The BMW iX2 is better for brisk five-seat driving, with all-wheel drive, 494 Nm and 5.6-second acceleration. The Denza D9 is better for family carrying, providing seven seats, 520 km range and a more accommodating rear cabin.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Denza D9 costs RM299,000, so the BMW is RM15,200 cheaper.
Which one charges faster?
The Denza D9 has the higher DC charging rate at 166 kW, compared with 130 kW for the BMW iX2. Both support 11 kW AC charging.