Verdict
This is a tight-money choice with very different jobs. The BMW iX1 L is the road-biased EV: 201 hp, 433 km of range, 8.6 seconds to 100 km/h, a 490-litre boot and RM160 annual road tax. The GWM Tank 300 is the tougher brief on paper, with a 1,999 cc petrol engine, 217 hp, 380 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 75-litre tank and a much taller 1,903 mm body. The BMW is easier to justify for urban EV running; the GWM makes more sense if AWD and long petrol range matter.
Pick the BMW iX1 L if you want an electric C-segment SUV with 433 km range, lower RM160 road tax and the bigger 490-litre boot.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you want petrol power, all-wheel drive, 380 Nm and a longer six-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 L RM252,800; GWM Tank 300 RM250,000
- Powertrain: BMW single electric motor; GWM 1,999 cc petrol engine
- Output: BMW 201 hp; GWM 217 hp and 380 Nm
- Driven wheels: BMW front-wheel drive; GWM all-wheel drive
- Size: BMW 4,616 mm long and 1,642 mm tall; GWM 4,760 mm long and 1,903 mm tall
- Boot and warranty: BMW 490 litres and 2 years; GWM 400 litres and 6 years
iX1 L
- 433 km EV range
- Bigger 490-litre boot
- Lower RM160 annual road tax
- Only front-wheel drive
- Shorter two-year warranty
- Less power at 201 hp
Tank 300
- All-wheel drive
- 217 hp and 380 Nm
- Longer six-year warranty
- Smaller 400-litre boot
- Higher RM440 annual road tax
- No listed 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800 | RM250,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 217 hp |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 433 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Eight-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,616 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,903 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,802 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 400 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin Primacy HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Infinity 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 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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iX1 L vs Tank 300 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 L or GWM Tank 300 better?
The BMW iX1 L is better for EV running, boot space and lower road tax. The GWM Tank 300 is better if you want petrol power, all-wheel drive and a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 L costs RM2,800 more than the GWM Tank 300.
Which one is more practical for family use?
Both seat five and have six airbags. The BMW has the larger boot at 490 litres versus 400 litres, while the GWM is physically larger and taller.
