Verdict
At RM250,800, the BMW iX1 is only RM800 dearer than the RM250,000 GWM Tank 300, yet they answer very different Malaysian needs. The BMW brings a 66.5 kWh battery, 475 km EV range and RM160 annual road tax, while the Tank uses a 217 hp, 380 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine and costs RM440 a year in road tax. Choose the iX1 for the 490-litre boot and smaller 4,500 mm footprint. The Tank counters with all-wheel drive, a six-year warranty and ventilated massaging front seats.
Pick the BMW iX1 if you want 475 km electric range, lower RM160 annual road tax and a 490-litre boot in a shorter SUV.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if you need all-wheel drive, a 75-litre petrol tank, a six-year warranty and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 RM250,800; GWM Tank 300 RM250,000.
- Powertrain: iX1 204 hp/250 Nm electric motor with 66.5 kWh battery; Tank 300 217 hp/380 Nm 2.0L turbo petrol engine.
- Drive system: iX1 front-wheel drive; Tank 300 all-wheel drive.
- Range/fuel storage: iX1 475 km EV range; Tank 300 75-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: iX1 490 litres; Tank 300 400 litres.
- Warranty: iX1 two years; Tank 300 six years.
iX1
- 475 km EV range from a 66.5 kWh battery
- RM160 annual road tax
- 490-litre boot and 4,500 mm length
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 300's all-wheel drive
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years
- No sunroof, ventilated massaging front seats or full-size spare tyre
Tank 300
- All-wheel drive with 217 hp and 380 Nm
- Six-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Ventilated massaging front seats and full-size spare tyre
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM160
- 400-litre boot versus 490 litres
- 4,760 mm length and 1,930 mm width versus the iX1's 4,500 mm and 1,845 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM250,800 | RM250,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 217 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 204 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 475 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 | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,903 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,085 kg | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 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 | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Primacy HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (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) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front, front-side, rear) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | 2 on outer rear seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Front Collision Warning | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Driving Assistant Plus | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Electric Seat Adjustment with Memory for Driver | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60/40 split | 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 | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | Front 12V, Qi Wireless charging tray | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | Dual front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Electric | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes with 360 view | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Parking Assistant Plus | — |
| 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 | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Add RM13,430 for 5 year warranty and service package, 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 vs Tank 300 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 or GWM Tank 300 better?
The iX1 is the better fit for EV range, lower road tax and luggage space: it has 475 km range, RM160 road tax and a 490-litre boot. The Tank 300 suits buyers who need all-wheel drive, a petrol powertrain and a six-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 costs RM800 more than the GWM Tank 300: RM250,800 against RM250,000.
Which one is easier to park in town?
The BMW iX1 is the smaller vehicle at 4,500 mm long and 1,845 mm wide, compared with 4,760 mm and 1,930 mm for the GWM Tank 300. Both have a 360-degree camera, but the BMW also gets Parking Assistant Plus.
