Verdict
At RM378,800, the BMW iX3 costs RM28,000 less than the BMW X4 yet delivers 463 hp, 645 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time, against 249 hp, 350 Nm and 6.3 seconds. Its 113.4-kWh battery claims 726 km of range and supports 400 kW DC charging, so it is the stronger choice for buyers with dependable charging access. The X4 is 395 kg lighter, reaches 240 km/h and has a 525-litre boot, but its RM439 annual road tax is RM326 lower than the iX3's.
iX3
Pick the BMW iX3 if you can charge regularly and want 726 km claimed range, 463 hp and more comprehensive parking assistance for less money.
X4
Pick the BMW X4 if petrol refuelling, a 240 km/h top speed, lower annual road tax and a slightly larger 525-litre boot matter more.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; BMW X4 RM406,800.
- Output: BMW iX3 has 463 hp and 645 Nm from two motors; BMW X4 has 249 hp and 350 Nm from its 1,998 cc petrol engine.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX3 4.9 seconds; BMW X4 6.3 seconds.
- Energy use: BMW iX3 has a 113.4-kWh battery and 726 km EV range; BMW X4 is rated at 8.5 L/100 km with a 65-litre tank.
- Top speed: BMW iX3 210 km/h; BMW X4 240 km/h.
- Weight and boot space: BMW iX3 2,285 kg and 520 litres; BMW X4 1,890 kg and 525 litres.
iX3
- 463 hp, 645 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 726 km claimed range, 22 kW AC and 400 kW DC charging.
- 360-degree camera and Parking Assistant Professional with remote-control parking.
- RM765 annual road tax versus the X4's RM439.
- 395 kg heavier than the X4.
- 210 km/h top speed and 520-litre boot trail the X4's 240 km/h and 525 litres.
X4
- RM439 annual road tax and a 1,890 kg kerb weight.
- 240 km/h top speed and a 525-litre boot.
- Adaptive suspension, 16-speaker 464W Harman Kardon audio and contactless powered boot operation.
- RM28,000 dearer despite having 249 hp and 350 Nm.
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds slower than the iX3.
- Passive cruise control and a reverse camera, where the iX3 has Stop&Go active cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM406,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 249 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.2 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 726 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8 Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 192 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,918 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,864 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 245/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 275/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 21" Style 726 M 2-tone Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 60 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Collision Prevention |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting (6 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 12.3" Touchscreen BMW Operating System 7.0 with iDrive Touch Controller, Voice Control and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (464 Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | Auto-dimming Mirrors |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | — |
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 iX3 & X4 for sale
iX3 vs X4 FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or BMW X4 better?
The iX3 is the better pick for charging-capable owners: it is cheaper, far quicker and claims 726 km of electric range. Choose the X4 if you need petrol refuelling convenience, lower annual road tax and its 240 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X4 costs RM28,000 more than the BMW iX3.
Which one is faster, the BMW iX3 or BMW X4?
The BMW iX3 is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 4.9 seconds versus 6.3 seconds for the BMW X4. The X4 has the higher top speed, however, at 240 km/h against 210 km/h.