Verdict
The BMW iX2 is the quicker, sharper EV on paper, with two motors, all-wheel drive, 308 hp and 494 Nm getting it from 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. The Maxus MIFA 9 answers with the things a Malaysian family will use daily: seven seats, a huge 1,010-litre boot and 435 km of range. It is not as fast, but its longer body and 3,200 mm wheelbase make it the people-mover here. The BMW feels like the indulgence; the Maxus does the heavy lifting.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want the faster, all-wheel-drive EV with stronger output, quicker DC charging and more driver-focused kit.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you need seven seats, far more boot space, powered sliding doors and the longer quoted range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888
- Power and torque: BMW iX2 308 hp/494 Nm; Maxus MIFA 9 241 hp/350 Nm
- Driven wheels: BMW iX2 all-wheel drive; Maxus MIFA 9 front-wheel drive
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 5.6 seconds; Maxus MIFA 9 9.2 seconds
- Seats and boot: BMW iX2 5 seats/525 litres; Maxus MIFA 9 7 seats/1,010 litres
- EV range and DC charging: BMW iX2 417 km/130 kW; Maxus MIFA 9 435 km/120 kW
iX2
- Much quicker: 5.6 seconds to 100 km/h
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive with 308 hp and 494 Nm
- Gets head-up display, navigation, parking sensors and auto parking
- Only five seats versus seven in the Maxus
- Smaller 525-litre boot versus 1,010 litres
- Shorter quoted range at 417 km versus 435 km
MIFA 9
- Seven-seat MPV layout with a 3,200 mm wheelbase
- Much larger 1,010-litre boot
- Longer 5-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Far slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Single motor and front-wheel drive only
- No listed navigation, head-up display, parking sensors or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 283,800 | RM 269,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Ternary Lithium Battery |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW✓ | 120 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✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,095 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| 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 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 front passenger and outer two second 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 Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| 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 Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | Powered Sliding Doors |
| 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✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335 | RM 220✓ |
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 MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The BMW iX2 is better for performance and driver tech. The Maxus MIFA 9 is better for family use, with seven seats, a bigger boot and longer range.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800, while the Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM269,888. That makes the BMW RM13,912 more expensive.
Which one has more range and space?
The Maxus MIFA 9 has the advantage: 435 km of range against 417 km, seven seats against five, and 1,010 litres of boot space against 525 litres.