Verdict
The Toyota bZ4X is the more complete electric choice: its 73.1-kWh battery claims 525 km of range, while 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging give it clear EV credentials. It is also marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 7.4 seconds versus the X1’s 7.6 seconds, and brings adaptive cruise control, steering-correction lane keeping and a 360-degree camera. The petrol BMW X1 fights back with a 476-litre boot, 300 Nm and a 236-km/h top speed. For Malaysian buyers able to use EV charging, the Toyota has the stronger equipment and warranty case.
Pick the BMW X1 if you want the larger 476-litre boot, 300 Nm turbo-petrol output and a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you want a 525-km claimed EV range, 150 kW DC charging, richer driver assistance and a five-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 RM252,800; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000.
- Powertrain: BMW X1 201 hp and 300 Nm from a 1,998-cc turbo petrol engine; Toyota bZ4X one 224-hp, 269-Nm electric motor.
- Range/energy: BMW X1 is rated at 7.2 L/100 km with a 45-litre fuel tank; Toyota bZ4X has a 73.1-kWh battery and 525 km EV range.
- Performance: BMW X1 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and 236 km/h top speed; Toyota bZ4X 7.4 seconds and 160 km/h.
- Size/boot: BMW X1 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,692-mm wheelbase and 476-litre boot; Toyota bZ4X is 4,690 mm long with a 2,850-mm wheelbase and 452-litre boot.
- Warranty: BMW X1 has two years’ unlimited-mileage cover plus a three-year extended warranty; Toyota bZ4X has five years’ unlimited-mileage cover and an…
X1
- 476-litre boot beats the bZ4X’s 452 litres
- 300 Nm exceeds the bZ4X’s 269 Nm
- Space-saver spare tyre instead of a repair kit
- Costs RM32,800 more
- Passive cruise control and warning-only lane keeping versus adaptive cruise and steering correction
- No panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats or 360-degree camera
bZ4X
- 73.1-kWh battery with 525 km claimed range
- 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging
- Five-year vehicle warranty plus eight-year battery, inverter and PCU cover
- 452-litre boot is 24 litres smaller
- 160 km/h top speed is 76 km/h lower
- Tyre repair kit instead of the BMW’s space-saver spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800 | RM220,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 224 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 269 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 73.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 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 | 7.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 236 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,020 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 476 litres✓ | 452 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| 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 | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 X1 & bZ4X for sale
X1 vs bZ4X FAQ
Is the BMW X1 or Toyota bZ4X better?
The Toyota bZ4X is the better pick for an EV buyer, with 525 km claimed range, 150 kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and five years of vehicle warranty. Choose the BMW X1 for its 476-litre boot, 300 Nm and space-saver spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X1 costs RM252,800 and the Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000, so the BMW is RM32,800 more expensive.
Which has the better driver-assistance package?
The Toyota bZ4X has the stronger package: adaptive cruise control, steering-correction lane keeping, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree reverse camera. The BMW X1 has passive cruise control, lane-departure warning and a reverse camera.