BMW X1 vs Mazda 6 Grand Touring
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BMW X1 offers a compelling mix of performance and practicality, boasting a 0-100 km/h time of 7.6 seconds and a fuel economy of 7.2 L/100km. While it is priced at RM 250,800, the 6 Grand Touring is more affordable at RM 230,848 but lags slightly in power and acceleration, making the X1 a more dynamic choice for those prioritising performance.
Pick the X1 if you want a sportier drive with quicker acceleration and better fuel efficiency.
Pick the 6 Grand Touring if you prefer a larger vehicle with more boot space and a longer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: RM 250,800 (X1) vs RM 230,848 (6 Grand Touring)
- Power: 201 hp (X1) vs 185 hp (6 Grand Touring)
- Torque: 300 Nm (X1) vs 250 Nm (6 Grand Touring)
- 0-100 km/h: 7.6 s (X1) vs 8.2 s (6 Grand Touring)
- Boot space: 476 L (X1) vs 522 L (6 Grand Touring)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,800 | RM 230,848✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Power | 201 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.6 s✓ | 8.2 s |
| Top speed | 236 km/h✓ | 218 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.2 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Boot space | 476 L | 522 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 45 L | 62 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 868 |
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
- Sportier performance with 201 hp
- Better fuel economy at 7.2 L/100km
- More compact size for urban driving
- Higher price at RM 250,800
- Shorter warranty period of 2 years
- Less boot space compared to rivals
6 Grand Touring
- More spacious with 522 L boot capacity
- Longer warranty of 5 years
- Lower price at RM 230,848
- Slower acceleration at 8.2 s
- Less powerful engine with 185 hp
- No official fuel economy figure provided
X1 vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the X1 or 6 Grand Touring better?
The X1 is better for performance and efficiency, while the 6 Grand Touring excels in space and warranty.
What is the price difference?
The X1 is priced at RM 250,800, while the 6 Grand Touring is more affordable at RM 230,848, making a RM 19,952 difference.
Which model has better fuel economy?
The X1 offers a fuel economy of 7.2 L/100km, while the 6 Grand Touring does not provide an official figure.