Verdict
Separated by just RM1,912, these SUVs serve markedly different Malaysian jobs. The iX2 uses two motors for 308 hp and 494 Nm, reaches 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and carries a 64.7-kWh battery rated for 417 km, so it is the more convincing urban EV. The Everest counters with seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and 500 Nm from its 1,996cc bi-turbo diesel. Its 4,914-mm length also signals a much larger vehicle, though its 259-litre boot trails the BMW’s 525 litres.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want a five-seat electric SUV with 417 km of rated range, 130 kW DC charging and far more parking assistance.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and the greater physical presence of a 4,914-mm-long SUV.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Ford Everest RM281,888.
- Powertrain output: BMW iX2 has 308 hp and 494 Nm from two motors; Ford Everest has 207 hp and 500 Nm from a 1,996cc bi-turbo diesel.
- Seats: BMW iX2 has 5 seats; Ford Everest has 7 seats.
- Boot space: BMW iX2 has 525 litres; Ford Everest has 259 litres.
- Length: BMW iX2 is 4,554 mm; Ford Everest is 4,914 mm.
- Driver assistance: BMW iX2 has autonomous braking and steering lane-keeping; Ford Everest has neither.
iX2
- 417-km EV range with 130 kW DC charging
- 308 hp and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 525-litre boot, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Everest’s 17-inch steel spare wheel
- 2-year manufacturer warranty versus the Everest’s 3 years
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble middle-row seats
- 500 Nm diesel torque and 80-litre fuel tank
- Five-star ANCAP rating and a 17-inch steel spare wheel
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- Passive cruise control versus the iX2’s adaptive cruise control
- 259-litre boot versus the iX2’s 525 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800 | RM281,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | Inline-four with Bi-turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 207 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 84.01 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.8 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All 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) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Coil Spring |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| 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 for two outer middle row passenger 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 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 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 | 3 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 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 & Everest for sale
iX2 vs Everest FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Ford Everest better?
The BMW iX2 is better for EV driving, performance and driver assistance, with 308 hp, 417 km of range, autonomous braking and auto parking. The Ford Everest is better when seven seats, diesel range and a spare wheel matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Ford Everest costs RM281,888, so the BMW is RM1,912 more expensive.
Which one is better for a seven-seat family?
The Ford Everest, because it has seven seats, a 60:40 split-folding middle row with one-touch tumble access and a 50:50 split-folding last row. The BMW iX2 has five seats.