Car Buyer's Guide

BMW iX2 vs Renault Megane RS

BMW iX2

BMW iX2

xDrive30 M Sport

Renault Megane RS

Renault Megane RS

Verdict

The iX2 has a 27% bigger boot, while the iX2 is 10% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 283,800RM 279,888
Body typeSUVHatchback
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing
Capacity1,798 cc
Horsepower276 hp
Torque390 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore79.7 mm
Compression Ratio9.2
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower308 hp
Motor Torque494 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Battery Capacity64.7 kWh
EV Range417 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)130 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticManual
Transmission Name6-speed Manual
Gears6
Transmission ManufacturerRenault
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5.6 seconds5.8 seconds
Rated Economy7.9 L/100 km
Top Speed180 km/h255 km/h
Co2181 g/km
Dimensions
Length4,554 mm4,364 mm
Width1,845 mm1,875 mm
Height1,590 mm1,445 mm
Wheelbase2,692 mm2,669 mm
Weight1,382 kg
Fuel Tank50 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space525 litres384 litres
Front Tyre245/40R20245/35R19
Rear Tyre245/40R20245/35R19
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresMichelin e-PrimacyBridgestone Potenza S001
Chassis
AssemblyGermany (CBU)France (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys19" Interlagos Alloy
Rear Wheels20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys19" Interlagos Alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsSolid Disc
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesCup Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering, Torsen Limited-slip Differential
Safety
AirbagsFront Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable on Two Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety NotesTyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lighting
HeadlampsAdaptive LED Projector with Automatic High BeamLED Projectors
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory SettingsManual Adjustment
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear Vents
Power Sockets1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 3 Rear
AudioBMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound SystemR-Link 2 Infotainment System with 8.7" Vertical Touchscreen and 8 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered Boot with Contactless OpeningRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree View MonitorYes
Auto ParkingYes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorNo
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicHandbrake
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited100,000 km
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years3 years
Warranty Extended5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 335RM 279

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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