Verdict
The BMW iX3 is the more decisive Malaysian buy if charging suits your routine: its twin motors produce 463 hp and 645 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while the Lexus NX takes 7.7 seconds. The BMW also brings a 113.4-kWh battery, 726 km of stated range and 400-kW DC charging. The NX counters with a 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain, a 55-litre tank and five years of warranty against two. Both are five-seat, all-wheel-drive CBU SUVs with a 520-litre boot.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you want 726 km of stated EV range, 400-kW DC charging and a far quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Lexus NX if you prefer petrol-hybrid refuelling, ventilated front seats and five years of manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Lexus NX RM395,888
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX3 4.9 seconds; Lexus NX 7.7 seconds
- Motor output: BMW iX3 463 hp and 645 Nm; Lexus NX 133 hp and 208 Nm
- Energy storage: BMW iX3 113.4-kWh battery and 726 km range; Lexus NX 55-litre fuel tank
- Warranty: BMW iX3 two years, unlimited mileage; Lexus NX five years, unlimited mileage
- Wheelbase: BMW iX3 2,897 mm; Lexus NX 2,690 mm
iX3
- 463 hp and 645 Nm from two motors
- 726 km stated range, 22-kW AC and 400-kW DC charging
- Panoramic sunroof, 3-zone climate control and 13-speaker Harman Kardon audio
- Two-year warranty versus the Lexus NX's five years
- Heavier at 2,285 kg versus 1,765 kg
- No ventilated front seats listed
NX
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Ventilated front seats and 64-colour ambient lighting
- Lighter 1,765-kg kerb weight and a 55-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM17,088 more
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.9 seconds
- No sunroof or auto-parking system listed
What the iX3 has over the NX
What the NX has over the iX3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The iX3's wheelbase is 207 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM395,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765✓ | RM830 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,865/mo✓ | RM4,040/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM10,097✓ | RM10,640 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,388 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.94 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM61,248 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 5.2 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 20 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 184 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp✓ | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm✓ | 208 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 Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | — |
| 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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iX3 vs NX FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Lexus NX better?
The BMW iX3 is better for outright performance and EV capability, with 463 hp, 726 km of stated range and 400-kW DC charging. Choose the Lexus NX for petrol-hybrid refuelling, ventilated seats and its longer five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 costs RM378,800 and the Lexus NX costs RM395,888, so the iX3 is RM17,088 cheaper.
Which one is faster, the BMW iX3 or Lexus NX?
The BMW iX3 is faster, completing 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds against 7.7 seconds for the Lexus NX. Its 463 hp and 645 Nm motor output also exceeds the NX's listed 133 hp and 208 Nm motor figures.
How long does charging take?
The iX3's 113.4 kWh battery takes about 5.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 400 kW peak.