Verdict
At RM283,800, the BMW iX2 costs RM2,445 less than the RM286,245 Subaru WRX, yet brings 308 hp, 494 Nm and a 417 km EV range from its 64.7 kWh battery. Its 525-litre boot and 11 kW AC/130 kW DC charging suit daily Malaysian use well. The WRX answers with a 271 hp, 375 Nm 2.4-litre turbo petrol engine and a six-speed manual, but its RM767 annual road tax is far above the iX2’s RM335. Pick by driving preference: EV SUV convenience or manual sedan engagement.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want 417 km of electric range, a larger 525-litre boot and substantially more driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Subaru WRX if a 271 hp turbo petrol engine and six-speed manual matter more than EV range, boot space and active safety aids.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Subaru WRX RM286,245.
- Output: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Subaru WRX 271 hp and 375 Nm.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX2 RM335; Subaru WRX RM767.
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Subaru WRX 411 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX2 2 years; Subaru WRX 5 years.
- Length: BMW iX2 4,554 mm; Subaru WRX 4,669 mm.
iX2
- 308 hp and 494 Nm from two electric motors
- 417 km range, with 11 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging
- 525-litre boot plus adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the WRX’s five years
- No front foglamps, which the WRX gets
WRX
- Six-speed manual with a 271 hp, 375 Nm turbo petrol engine
- Five-year, 100,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Front foglamps and a space-saver spare tyre
- 411-litre boot is 114 litres smaller than the iX2’s
- RM767 annual road tax is RM432 higher than the iX2’s
- Lacks the iX2’s blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM286,245 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM767 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 271 hp |
| Torque | — | 375 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Subaru |
| 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 | 4,669 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,826 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,510 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 411 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 245/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 245/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Front, side, curtain, driver's knee airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | 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 | 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 split folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 3 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| 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 | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
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 WRX FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Subaru WRX better?
The iX2 is the better choice for electric range, cargo room and driver assistance. Choose the WRX only if its turbo petrol powertrain and six-speed manual are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 is RM2,445 cheaper than the Subaru WRX.
Which has the larger boot?
The BMW iX2 has the larger boot at 525 litres, compared with 411 litres in the Subaru WRX. That is a 114-litre advantage for the BMW.