Verdict
The BMW iX2 costs RM116,100 less at RM283,800 and brings 308 hp, 494 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 64.7-kWh battery rated for 417 km. Its 525-litre boot and five seats make it the more useful Malaysian family car, too. The Honda Civic Type R is the keener driver’s machine on paper: its 315-hp, 420-Nm 2.0-litre turbo and six-speed manual reach 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, just 0.1 second ahead, but it runs to 272 km/h. Choose between EV charging and manual-petrol involvement, not outright sprint pace.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want a RM283,800 electric AWD SUV with 417 km of rated range, five seats and a 525-litre boot.
Pick the Honda Civic Type R if you want a 315-hp turbo petrol hatchback with a six-speed manual, adaptive dampers and a 272-km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Honda Civic Type R RM399,900.
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 has two electric motors producing 308 hp and 494 Nm; Civic Type R has a 1,996-cc turbo petrol engine producing 315 hp and 420 Nm.
- Driven wheels: BMW iX2 all-wheel drive; Civic Type R front-wheel drive.
- Range/fuel storage: BMW iX2 has a 64.7-kWh battery and 417-km EV range; Civic Type R has a 47-litre petrol tank.
- Performance: BMW iX2 does 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and tops out at 180 km/h; Civic Type R does 5.5 seconds and 272 km/h.
- Practicality: BMW iX2 has five seats and a 525-litre boot; Civic Type R has four seats and a 410-litre boot.
iX2
- RM116,100 cheaper to buy.
- 417-km EV range with 130-kW DC charging.
- Five seats and a 525-litre boot.
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.1 second slower.
- 180-km/h top speed is 92 km/h lower.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
Civic Type R
- Six-speed manual gearbox.
- 315 hp and 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive dampers and a five-star Euro NCAP rating.
- RM116,100 more expensive.
- Four seats and a 410-litre boot versus five seats and 525 litres.
- No rear air-con vents, head-up display or navigation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM399,900 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM378 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,593 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,734 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,423 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| 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 Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-A |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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.
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iX2 vs Civic Type R FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Honda Civic Type R better?
The BMW iX2 is better for lower purchase cost, five-seat practicality and electric driving, with 417 km of rated range. The Civic Type R is better for manual-gearbox driving, with 315 hp, adaptive dampers and a 272-km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Honda Civic Type R costs RM399,900, so the Civic Type R costs RM116,100 more.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The BMW iX2 is more practical: it seats five and has a 525-litre boot. The Honda Civic Type R seats four and has a 410-litre boot.