Verdict
At RM283,800, the BMW iX2 costs RM13,912 more than the RM269,888 Maxus MIFA 9, but it is the markedly quicker EV: its dual motors deliver 308 hp and 494 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, against 241 hp, 350 Nm and 9.2 seconds. The MIFA 9 answers with seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot and 435 km of range, versus five seats, 525 litres and 417 km. For a Malaysian family moving people and luggage, the Maxus has the more useful package; the BMW is the driver’s choice.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want 5.6-second acceleration, all-wheel drive and parking assistance in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you need seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot and powered sliding doors for less money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888.
- Performance: BMW iX2 308 hp, 494 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Maxus MIFA 9 241 hp, 350 Nm and 9.2 seconds.
- Practicality: BMW iX2 has five seats and a 525-litre boot; Maxus MIFA 9 has seven seats and a 1,010-litre boot.
- Range and DC charging: BMW iX2 417 km and 130 kW; Maxus MIFA 9 435 km and 120 kW.
- Size: BMW iX2 is 4,554 mm long with a 2,692 mm wheelbase; Maxus MIFA 9 is 5,270 mm long with a 3,200 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: BMW iX2 gets two years with unlimited mileage and an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Maxus MIFA 9 gets five years/100,000 km and an…
iX2
- 308 hp and 494 Nm from two motors with all-wheel drive.
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 130 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps, head-up display and auto parking.
- Only five seats and a 525-litre boot versus seven seats and 1,010 litres.
- Costs RM13,912 more and has a higher RM335 annual road tax.
- 417 km range trails the MIFA 9's 435 km.
MIFA 9
- Seven seats, sliding second row and 1,010-litre boot.
- 435 km range, plus powered sliding doors and a sunroof.
- Five-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty and 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
- 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.6 seconds slower than the iX2.
- 241 hp and 350 Nm trail the iX2's 308 hp and 494 Nm.
- 120 kW DC charging is lower than the iX2's 130 kW, and it lacks front parking sensors and auto parking.
What the iX2 has over the MIFA 9
What the MIFA 9 has over the iX2
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The MIFA 9's wheelbase is 508 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The MIFA 9 is 155 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the MIFA 9: 1,010 litres against 525.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800 | RM269,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM220✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,895/mo | RM2,755/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM7,627 | RM7,265✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,379 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.89 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM46,702 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 5.9 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 35 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 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) |
| 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 (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 6 (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 | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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iX2 vs MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The BMW iX2 is better for performance and driver-focused equipment, with 308 hp, all-wheel drive and a 5.6-second sprint. The Maxus MIFA 9 is better for family carrying, with seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot and 435 km of range.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM269,888, so the BMW is RM13,912 dearer.
Which has more space, the BMW iX2 or Maxus MIFA 9?
The Maxus MIFA 9 has substantially more passenger and luggage space: seven seats, a 3,200 mm wheelbase and a 1,010-litre boot. The BMW iX2 has five seats, a 2,692 mm wheelbase and 525 litres of boot space.
How long does charging take?
The iX2's 64.7 kWh battery takes about 5.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 130 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The MIFA 9 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the iX2. iX2: 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty. MIFA 9: 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.