Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer with home or workplace charging, the BMW iX makes the cleaner case: its 100.6-kWh battery delivers a claimed 602 km of EV range, against just 100 km from the Denza B8’s 36.8-kWh battery. It also accepts 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging. The B8 fights back with seven seats, a 91.5-litre fuel tank and a faster 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time. Pick it if carrying more people matters more than electric-only distance; its 147-litre boot is the trade-off.
Pick the BMW iX if you want 602 km of claimed EV range, faster charging and a more useful 500-litre boot for five people.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, a 91.5-litre fuel tank and stronger 670-hp, 760-Nm performance.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Denza B8 RM459,939.
- Electric range: BMW iX 602 km; Denza B8 100 km.
- Battery and charging: BMW iX 100.6 kWh, 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC; Denza B8 36.8 kWh, 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC.
- Motor output and acceleration: BMW iX 402 hp, 700 Nm and 5.1 seconds; Denza B8 670 hp, 760 Nm and 4.8 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX five seats and 500 litres; Denza B8 seven seats and 147 litres.
- Weight: BMW iX 2,525 kg; Denza B8 3,305 kg.
iX
- 602 km claimed EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- 500-litre boot, air suspension and head-up display.
- Five seats versus the Denza B8’s seven.
- 402 hp and 700 Nm versus 670 hp and 760 Nm.
- 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.8 seconds.
B8
- Seven seats, including a 50:50 split-folding third row.
- 670 hp, 760 Nm and 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- Nine airbags, night vision and ventilated massaging front seats.
- 100 km EV range versus the BMW iX’s 602 km.
- 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging versus 22 kW and 175 kW.
- 147-litre boot versus the BMW iX’s 500 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800✓ | RM459,939 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | — |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 670 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag,) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Electric 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 Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet 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 Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Intelligent Personal Assistant; Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 iX & B8 for sale
iX vs B8 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Denza B8 better?
The BMW iX is better for predominantly electric driving, with 602 km of claimed range, quicker charging and a 500-litre boot. The Denza B8 is better if seven seats, a petrol backup and quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM34,139 more than the BMW iX: RM459,939 versus RM425,800.
Which one is better for charging and EV range?
The BMW iX is decisively better for both. It has a 100.6-kWh battery, 602 km claimed range, 22 kW AC charging and 175 kW DC charging; the Denza B8 has 36.8 kWh, 100 km, 11 kW and 120 kW respectively.
