Verdict
At RM283,800 versus RM281,073, these two EVs are separated by just RM2,727, but they solve different problems. The BMW iX2 is the driver’s pick on paper, with two motors, AWD and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. The Xpeng X9 is the family tool: seven seats, 721 litres of boot space, a 94.8 kWh LFP battery and 535 km range. It also charges much harder at up to 537 kW DC, so the small price saving buys a much bigger cabin and longer-distance ability.
iX2
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want the quicker, smaller AWD EV and only need five seats.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, more boot space, longer range and much faster DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Xpeng X9 RM281,073
- Powertrain: BMW iX2 2 motors with AWD; Xpeng X9 1 motor with front-wheel drive
- Output: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Xpeng X9 315 hp and 450 Nm
- Battery and range: BMW iX2 64.7 kWh and 417 km; Xpeng X9 94.8 kWh and 535 km
- DC charging: BMW iX2 130 kW; Xpeng X9 537 kW
- Size and seats: BMW iX2 4,554 mm long with 5 seats; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm long with 7 seats
iX2
- Much quicker 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds versus 8.2 seconds
- Two-motor all-wheel drive layout
- Shorter and narrower body: 4,554 mm by 1,845 mm
- Less EV range: 417 km versus 535 km
- Much slower DC charging: 130 kW versus 537 kW
- Five seats and 525 litres of boot space versus seven seats and 721 litres
X9
- Longer 535 km range from a 94.8 kWh LFP battery
- Seven seats with ISOFIX on the second and third rows
- 537 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Slower 0-100 km/h time at 8.2 seconds versus 5.6 seconds
- Front-wheel drive only, while the BMW has AWD
- Much larger footprint: 5,316 mm long and 1,988 mm wide
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 283,800 | RM 281,073✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 450 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | 94.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 417 km | 535 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 537 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Second & Third Row 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof 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 | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | 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 Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 365 |
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 X9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Xpeng X9 better?
The BMW iX2 is better for performance, with AWD and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. The Xpeng X9 is better for family use, with seven seats, 535 km range and much faster DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800, while the Xpeng X9 costs RM281,073. That makes the BMW RM2,727 more expensive.
Which has the longer range and faster charging?
The Xpeng X9. It has 535 km range and up to 537 kW DC charging, compared with the BMW iX2’s 417 km range and 130 kW DC charging.