Verdict
The BMW iX costs RM425,800, a RM129,190 step up from the Mazda CX-80, but its 100.6-kWh battery, 602-km EV range and 175-kW DC charging make it the clear choice for buyers committed to electric motoring. Its 402-hp, 700-Nm twin-motor AWD system also has a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 5.1 seconds. The CX-80 counters with six seats, a longer 3,120-mm wheelbase and a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain, but its electric range is only 65 km. The iX also has lower annual road tax: RM545 against RM830.
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge regularly and want 602 km of electric range, 700 Nm and a 500-litre boot.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if six seats, captain’s chairs and a petrol plug-in hybrid drivetrain suit your family use better.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- Battery capacity: BMW iX 100.6 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- EV range: BMW iX 602 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Motor output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Mazda CX-80 172 hp and 270 Nm.
- Seating: BMW iX five seats; Mazda CX-80 six seats.
- Boot space: BMW iX 500 litres; Mazda CX-80 258 litres.
iX
- 602-km EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery.
- 402 hp and 700 Nm from two motors with AWD.
- 500-litre boot, 175-kW DC charging and auto parking.
- RM129,190 more expensive.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
CX-80
- Six-seat cabin with heated and ventilated middle-row captain’s chairs.
- Longer 3,120-mm wheelbase and rear window shades.
- Five-year/100,000-km free service and manufacturer warranty.
- Only 65 km of EV range versus 602 km.
- 258-litre boot is 242 litres smaller.
- No auto parking, while the iX has it.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 89 mm × 100 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| 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 & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last 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 Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 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.
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iX vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mazda CX-80 better?
The BMW iX is better for long-distance electric driving, with 602 km of range, 175-kW DC charging and 500 litres of boot space. The Mazda CX-80 is better for carrying six people, thanks to its three-row cabin and middle-row captain’s chairs.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX is RM129,190 more expensive than the Mazda CX-80: RM425,800 versus RM296,610.
Which is better for a six-seat family?
The Mazda CX-80 is the only six-seater here. It has individual heated and ventilated captain’s chairs in the middle row plus a 50:50 split-folding last row; the BMW iX has five seats.
