Verdict
The RM14,912 premium for the BMW iX2 buys a 308 hp/494 Nm dual-motor EV with a 64.7 kWh battery, 417 km range and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time. It is also the more practical load carrier at 525 litres versus 460 litres. The Volvo XC40 counters with CKD assembly, a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a petrol-hybrid powertrain rated at 7.7 L/100 km, useful where charging access is uncertain. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the BMW’s EV running format and stronger performance justify the extra outlay; the Volvo is the lower-risk ownership choice on warranty length.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you can charge regularly and want 417 km of EV range, 5.6-second acceleration and a 525-litre boot.
Pick the Volvo XC40 if you want to spend RM14,912 less, retain petrol-hybrid flexibility and get a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Volvo XC40 RM268,888.
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 has two motors producing 308 hp and 494 Nm; Volvo XC40 has a 1,969 cc petrol-hybrid powertrain producing 263 hp and 390 Nm.
- Acceleration: BMW iX2 does 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Volvo XC40 takes 6.4 seconds.
- Luggage space: BMW iX2 has a 525-litre boot; Volvo XC40 has a 460-litre boot.
- Warranty: BMW iX2 has a two-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty; Volvo XC40 has a five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Road tax: BMW iX2 is RM335 per year; Volvo XC40 is RM428 per year.
iX2
- 417 km EV range from a 64.7 kWh battery
- Quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 525-litre boot, 360-degree camera and head-up display
- Costs RM14,912 more
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus the Volvo’s five years
- No front foglamps or driver’s knee airbag listed
XC40
- RM14,912 lower purchase price
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- Petrol-hybrid powertrain rated at 7.7 L/100 km
- Slower 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- 460-litre boot is 65 litres smaller
- No head-up display or 360-degree camera listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800 | RM268,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 263 hp |
| Torque | — | 390 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| 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" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Power safety lock for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| 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 Reflectors |
| 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 Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 2 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km hybrid 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 & XC40 for sale
iX2 vs XC40 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Volvo XC40 better?
The BMW iX2 is the better pick for regular charging, with 417 km EV range, 308 hp and a 525-litre boot. The Volvo XC40 suits buyers prioritising a lower upfront price, petrol-hybrid flexibility and a five-year vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Volvo XC40 costs RM268,888, so the BMW is RM14,912 more expensive.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Volvo XC40 has a five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, compared with two years and unlimited mileage for the BMW iX2. Both list an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.