Verdict
At RM250,800 versus RM269,888, the BMW X1 is the sharper, cheaper drive: its 201 hp/300 Nm petrol turbo does 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and has a rated 7.2 L/100 km. The Maxus MIFA 9 answers with EV muscle, 241 hp/350 Nm, 435 km range and far more metal: seven seats, 1,010 litres of boot space and a 3,200 mm wheelbase. The RM19,088 gap buys space, an electric drivetrain and a longer warranty, not quicker acceleration.
Pick the BMW X1 if you want the lower price, quicker 0-100 km/h time and a more compact five-seat SUV.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if you need seven seats, a much bigger boot and a 435 km electric MPV with DC charging at up to 120 kW.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 RM250,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888
- Powertrain output: BMW X1 201 hp/300 Nm petrol; Maxus MIFA 9 241 hp/350 Nm electric motor
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X1 7.6 seconds; Maxus MIFA 9 9.2 seconds
- Size: BMW X1 4,500 mm long/1,845 mm wide; Maxus MIFA 9 5,270 mm long/2,000 mm wide
- Seats and boot: BMW X1 5 seats/476 litres; Maxus MIFA 9 7 seats/1,010 litres
- Warranty: BMW X1 2 years unlimited mileage, extendable to 5 years; Maxus MIFA 9 5 years/100,000 km, extendable to 8 years/200,000 km
X1
- RM19,088 cheaper to buy
- Quicker 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- More compact body than the Maxus MIFA 9
- Only 5 seats versus 7 in the Maxus MIFA 9
- Smaller 476-litre boot versus 1,010 litres
- Shorter standard warranty at 2 years versus 5 years
MIFA 9
- 7-seat cabin with sliding and folding second row
- Larger 1,010-litre boot
- 435 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Costs RM19,088 more
- Much larger footprint at 5,270 mm long and 2,000 mm wide
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,800✓ | RM 269,888 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Ternary Lithium Battery |
| EV Range | — | 435 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 236 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,095 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 476 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on front passenger and outer two second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | Powered Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 8 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 220✓ |
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.
X1 vs MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the BMW X1 or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The BMW X1 is better if you want the quicker, cheaper five-seat SUV. The Maxus MIFA 9 is better if space matters more, with seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot and a 435 km electric range.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM269,888, while the BMW X1 costs RM250,800. That makes the Maxus RM19,088 more expensive.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Maxus MIFA 9 is the more practical family car on space, with seven seats and 1,010 litres of boot space. The BMW X1 has five seats and 476 litres, but it is much smaller outside.