Verdict
The Lexus UX costs RM250,688 and the Xpeng X9 is RM281,073, so the RM30,385 gap buys a very different car. The UX is the smaller petrol C-segment SUV, with 169 hp, 205 Nm and a 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The X9 is a D-segment electric MPV with 315 hp, 450 Nm, seven seats, 721 litres of boot space and a 535 km EV range. For a Malaysian buyer, this is less about brand-for-brand and more about parking footprint versus family space.
UX
Pick the Lexus UX if you want a smaller petrol SUV with a lower price, unlimited-mileage warranty and easier-to-manage 4,495 mm length.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a much bigger boot and EV performance with 535 km of range.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus UX RM250,688; Xpeng X9 RM281,073
- Power and torque: Lexus UX 169 hp/205 Nm petrol; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm electric motor
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Lexus UX 9.2 seconds/190 km/h; Xpeng X9 8.2 seconds/200 km/h
- Seats and boot space: Lexus UX 5 seats/228 litres; Xpeng X9 7 seats/721 litres
- Size and weight: Lexus UX 4,495 mm long/1,540 kg; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm long/2,750 kg
- Warranty and road tax: Lexus UX 5 years unlimited mileage/RM435; Xpeng X9 5 years or 120,000 km plus 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty/RM365
UX
- Lower purchase price by RM30,385
- Much shorter and lighter than the Xpeng X9
- Five-year manufacturer warranty has unlimited mileage
- Far less practical, with 5 seats and 228 litres of boot space versus 7 seats and 721 litres
- Slower, with 169 hp and 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds
- Lacks the Xpeng X9's blind spot monitor, 360-degree surround view, head-up display and auto parking
X9
- Seven-seat MPV body with a 721-litre boot
- 315 hp and 450 Nm electric motor gives quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h performance
- 535 km EV range, 11 kW AC charging and up to 537 kW DC charging
- Costs RM30,385 more
- Much larger and heavier, at 5,316 mm long and 2,750 kg
- Manufacturer warranty is capped at 120,000 km, although the battery has separate 8-year/160,000 km cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,688✓ | RM 281,073 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,987 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 169 hp | — |
| Torque | 205 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10-Speed Direct Shift | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 228 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Trailing Wishbone | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Aluminum Aero Ventilating Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Aluminum Aero Ventilating Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Lumbar Function | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 7" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 8 Speakers, Android Auto Apple CarPlay | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 435 | RM 365✓ |
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.
UX vs X9 FAQ
Is the Lexus UX or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for space, performance and EV equipment. The Lexus UX makes more sense if you want a smaller petrol SUV with a lower price and unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM30,385 more than the Lexus UX.
Which is more practical for family use?
The Xpeng X9 is clearly more practical, with 7 seats and 721 litres of boot space. The Lexus UX has 5 seats and a 228-litre boot.