Verdict
At RM283,800 against RM329,888, the BMW iX2 is RM46,088 cheaper and much quicker, its twin motors giving 308 hp/494 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. It also brings 417 km EV range, 130 kW DC charging, adaptive cruise and a head-up display. The Mercedes-Benz GLC answers as the bigger family SUV: 4,716 mm long, 2,888 mm wheelbase and 620 litres of boot space versus 525 litres. For Malaysia, this is EV pace and lower annual road tax versus petrol-hybrid practicality and cabin space.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want the lower purchase price, EV running with 417 km range, sharper 5.6-second acceleration and adaptive cruise.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you need the larger SUV with 620 litres of boot space, a 2,888 mm wheelbase, four-year manufacturer warranty and 9G-Tronic petrol-hybrid driveline.
Key differences
- Drivetrain: BMW iX2 has two electric motors; Mercedes-Benz GLC has a 1,999 cc turbo petrol mild-hybrid with one motor
- Output: BMW iX2 motor output is 308 hp/494 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLC engine output is 201 hp/320 Nm plus 23 hp/205 Nm motor assist
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLC 7.8 seconds
- Top speed: BMW iX2 180 km/h; Mercedes-Benz GLC 221 km/h
- Size: BMW iX2 4,554/1,845/1,590 mm; Mercedes-Benz GLC 4,716/1,890/1,640 mm
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC 620 litres
iX2
- Quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 417 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise control and head-up display included
- Smaller 525-litre boot
- Shorter 2,692 mm wheelbase versus the GLC’s 2,888 mm
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
GLC
- Bigger 620-litre boot
- Longer 2,888 mm wheelbase
- Front seats get memory and heating
- Slower 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise
- No head-up display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 283,800✓ | RM 329,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh✓ | 1 kWh |
| EV Range | 417 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 7.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 221 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,716 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 620 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Multi-link |
| 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 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 on outer two rear 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 Reflectors |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory & Heating |
| 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, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun 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 | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 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 |
| 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 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 440 |
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 GLC FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz GLC better?
The BMW iX2 is better for performance and EV running, with 5.6-second acceleration and 417 km range. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is better if rear space and luggage capacity matter, with a 2,888 mm wheelbase and 620-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM46,088 more than the BMW iX2. That gap sits beside different drivetrains: BMW is a full EV, while the GLC uses a 1,999 cc petrol mild-hybrid with 9G-Tronic.
Which has the lower road tax?
The BMW iX2 has the lower annual road tax at RM335, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC is RM440. The difference is RM105 a year.