BMW iX2 vs Ford Everest
Verdict
At RM283,800, the BMW iX2 is RM17,412 dearer than the RM266,388 Ford Everest, and it spends that money on EV performance: dual motors, all-wheel drive, 308 hp, 5.6 seconds to 100 km/h and 417 km of range. The Ford answers with seven seats, a much larger body at 4,914 mm long, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and an 80-litre diesel tank. For a Malaysian buyer, this is speed and EV running versus seats and long-distance diesel practicality.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want a five-seat electric SUV with 308 hp, all-wheel drive, 417 km of range and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a bigger 4,914 mm body, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and an 80-litre diesel tank.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Ford Everest RM266,388
- Seats: BMW iX2 5; Ford Everest 7
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 electric dual motor; Ford Everest 1,996 cc diesel
- Power: BMW iX2 308 hp; Ford Everest 167 hp
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Ford Everest 259 litres
- Road tax: BMW iX2 RM335/year; Ford Everest RM438/year
iX2
- Much stronger 308 hp output
- All-wheel drive with dual motors
- 417 km EV range
- Costs RM17,412 more
- Only five seats
- Shorter 2-year warranty
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin
- Larger 4,914 mm body
- Longer 3-year warranty
- Lower 167 hp output
- Rear-wheel drive only
- Auto emergency braking not listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 283,800 | RM 266,388✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | Inline-four with Single Turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 167 hp |
| Torque | — | 405 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 84.01 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.8 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Six-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,914 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,923 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,841 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,201 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 259 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | 17" Steel Wheel |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear Wrangler |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladderframe |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Roof-mounted AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | 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 |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | No |
| 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✓ | 60,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 438 |
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.
iX2 vs Everest FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Ford Everest better?
The BMW iX2 is better for performance and EV driving, with 308 hp, AWD and 417 km range. The Ford Everest is better if you need seven seats, a larger body and diesel range from an 80-litre tank.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800, while the Ford Everest costs RM266,388. That makes the BMW RM17,412 more expensive.
Which one has more space?
The Ford Everest is physically larger, at 4,914 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase, and seats seven. The BMW iX2 has the bigger boot figure here, at 525 litres versus 259 litres.