Verdict
The BMW iX2 is the lower-cost choice at RM283,800, and its 64.7-kWh battery brings a quoted 417 km EV range, 130-kW DC charging and 525 litres of boot space. That suits buyers who want an EV for longer regular journeys and substantial luggage capacity. Spend RM296,610 on the Mazda CX-80 for six seats, a 3,120-mm wheelbase and a 70-litre petrol tank behind its plug-in hybrid system, but its 17.8-kWh battery is rated for 65 km of EV range and the boot holds 258 litres.
iX2
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want 417 km of quoted EV range, 130-kW DC charging and a 525-litre boot in a five-seat SUV.
CX-80
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, a much longer 3,120-mm wheelbase and the flexibility of a 70-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- EV range: BMW iX2 417 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Battery capacity: BMW iX2 64.7 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- Length: BMW iX2 4,554 mm; Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX2 five seats and 525 litres; Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX2 RM335; Mazda CX-80 RM830.
iX2
- 417-km quoted EV range from a 64.7-kWh battery.
- 130-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging.
- 525-litre boot, 267 litres more than the Mazda's.
- Five seats versus the Mazda CX-80's six.
- 2-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty versus five years/100,000 km.
- No panoramic sliding roof, rear climate-control zone or ventilated front seats.
CX-80
- Six-seat layout with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- Panoramic sliding roof, rear window shades and single-zone rear climate control.
- Five-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty and five-year/100,000-km free service.
- RM12,810 more expensive and RM495 higher in annual road tax.
- 65-km EV range trails the BMW iX2's 417 km.
- 258-litre boot is 267 litres smaller than the BMW's 525 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 417 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| 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 | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| 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" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with 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, 360-degree Monitor |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 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 CX-80 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The BMW iX2 is better for EV range, charging and boot capacity: 417 km, 130 kW DC and 525 litres. The Mazda CX-80 is better if six seats, a 70-litre petrol tank and a 3,120-mm wheelbase matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM12,810 more than the BMW iX2: RM296,610 versus RM283,800.
Which one has the longer electric range?
The BMW iX2 has the longer quoted EV range at 417 km from its 64.7-kWh battery. The Mazda CX-80 plug-in hybrid is rated for 65 km from a 17.8-kWh battery.