Verdict
The BMW iX3 is RM81,139 cheaper yet carries a 113.4 kWh battery for 726 km of EV range, against the Denza B8’s 36.8 kWh battery and 100 km. Its 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging also dwarf the B8’s 120 kW and 11 kW figures. The Denza answers with seven seats, 670 hp and 760 Nm, plus a 91.5-litre fuel tank, but its 147-litre boot is restrictive. For a Malaysian buyer who can charge regularly, the BMW is the more coherent electric SUV; the Denza suits a larger family needing petrol backup.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you want 726 km of electric range, 400 kW DC charging and a usable 520-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Denza B8 if seven seats, 670 hp, a 91.5-litre fuel tank and a six-year manufacturer warranty matter more than EV range and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Denza B8 RM459,939.
- EV range: BMW iX3 726 km; Denza B8 100 km.
- Battery and DC charging: BMW iX3 113.4 kWh and 400 kW; Denza B8 36.8 kWh and 120 kW.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX3 five seats and 520 litres; Denza B8 seven seats and 147 litres.
- Motor output: BMW iX3 463 hp and 645 Nm; Denza B8 670 hp and 760 Nm.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX3 RM765; Denza B8 RM439.
iX3
- 726 km EV range from a 113.4 kWh battery
- 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 520-litre boot and 3.7 kW V2L
- Five seats versus the Denza B8’s seven
- RM765 annual road tax versus RM439
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years
B8
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining and ventilated second-row seats
- 670 hp and 760 Nm, with a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Six-year manufacturer warranty plus 8-year drivetrain and battery cover
- 100 km EV range versus the BMW iX3’s 726 km
- RM81,139 higher purchase price
- 147-litre boot versus 520 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM459,939 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | — |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp | 670 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh✓ | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 726 km✓ | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| 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 Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 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 | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System |
| 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 |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | All Doors |
| 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 | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 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.
Used iX3 & B8 for sale
iX3 vs B8 FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Denza B8 better?
The BMW iX3 is the better choice for EV-first use: it is cheaper, has 726 km of range, charges at up to 400 kW DC and carries 520 litres in its boot. Choose the Denza B8 only if seven seats and petrol backup are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM81,139 more than the BMW iX3.
Which charges faster?
The BMW iX3 charges faster on both quoted inputs: up to 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC, compared with the Denza B8’s 120 kW DC and 11 kW AC.