Verdict
At RM24,912 more, the BMW iX2 makes its case through 308 hp, 494 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.6-second century sprint, against the Mercedes-Benz GLA’s 161 hp, 250 Nm, front-wheel drive and 8.7 seconds. Its 64.7-kWh battery is rated for 417 km and its 525-litre boot beats 435 litres. That matters if you can charge regularly. The GLA counters with RM100 annual road tax against RM335, a four-year manufacturer warranty against two years, and rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km. Pick the BMW’s EV performance and assistance kit only if the higher outlay and charging routine suit you.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you can charge regularly and want 308 hp, all-wheel drive, a 417-km EV range and a 525-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLA if you want the lower purchase price, RM100 annual road tax, petrol power and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mercedes-Benz GLA RM258,888.
- Performance: BMW iX2 308 hp, 494 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLA 161 hp, 250 Nm and 8.7 seconds.
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 has two electric motors, all-wheel drive and a 64.7-kWh battery; Mercedes-Benz GLA has a 1,332 cc turbo petrol engine and front-wheel drive.
- Range and consumption: BMW iX2 is rated for 417 km; Mercedes-Benz GLA is rated at 5.6 L/100 km with a 43-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLA 435 litres.
- Road tax: BMW iX2 RM335 per year; Mercedes-Benz GLA RM100 per year.
iX2
- 308 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 417-km rated range with 11 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- 525-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Costs RM24,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
- RM335 annual road tax is RM235 higher.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years for the GLA.
GLA
- RM258,888 price and RM100 annual road tax.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- 43-litre petrol tank and rated 5.6 L/100 km consumption.
- 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time trails the iX2’s 5.6 seconds.
- 435-litre boot is 90 litres smaller than the iX2’s.
- No blind spot information system, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control or auto parking.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800 | RM258,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,485 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (Up To 105 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & 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 | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and 6 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| 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 | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 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 & GLA for sale
iX2 vs GLA FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz GLA better?
The BMW iX2 is the better pick for regular charging, much stronger performance and a larger boot. The Mercedes-Benz GLA makes more sense for a lower upfront price, lower road tax and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM24,912 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
How do the iX2 and GLA differ for long-distance use?
The iX2 has a 417-km rated EV range and accepts up to 11 kW AC or 130 kW DC charging. The GLA uses petrol, has a 43-litre tank and is rated at 5.6 L/100 km.