Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BMW iX2 leaves a substantial RM160,088 before reaching the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. The Hyundai turns that gap into 601 hp, 740 Nm and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time, against the BMW’s 308 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6 seconds. Its 84-kWh battery, 350-kW DC charging and 3,000-mm wheelbase make it the more serious performance EV. But the BMW brings a quoted 525-litre boot, powered front seats, navigation and unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty coverage. The iX2 is the sensible premium EV; the Ioniq 5 N is for buyers who will use its huge performance headroom.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want to spend far less, need its quoted 525-litre boot and prefer powered front seats with driver memory.
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N if 601 hp, 350-kW DC charging, 3.4-second acceleration and an eight-year manufacturer warranty matter more than the extra outlay.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N RM443,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 601 hp and 740 Nm.
- Battery and range: BMW iX2 64.7 kWh and 417 km; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 84 kWh and 448 km.
- DC charging: BMW iX2 130 kW; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 350 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 5.6 seconds; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 3.4 seconds.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW iX2 two years with unlimited mileage; Hyundai Ioniq 5 N eight years or 160,000 km.
iX2
- RM160,088 lower purchase price.
- Quoted 525-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Powered front seats with driver memory, navigation and 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
- 308 hp and 494 Nm trail the Hyundai’s 601 hp and 740 Nm.
- 130-kW DC charging and 417-km range fall behind 350 kW and 448 km.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is much shorter than the Hyundai’s eight years.
Ioniq 5 N
- 601 hp, 740 Nm and a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 84-kWh battery, 448-km range and 350-kW DC charging.
- 3.6-kW V2L, electronically controlled suspension and N Torque Distribution.
- Costs RM160,088 more to buy.
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM335 for the BMW.
- Manual-adjust front seats lack the BMW’s power adjustment and driver memory.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM443,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 601 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | 740 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | 84 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 417 km | 448 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 3.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 260 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,715 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,585 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Electronically Controlled Suspension with N Torque Distribution |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 5 Three-Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger 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 Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Manual Adjustable with Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| 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 Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Bose 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 with Pop-out Door Handles |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
Used iX2 & Ioniq 5 N for sale
iX2 vs Ioniq 5 N FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 N better?
The BMW iX2 is better for lower-cost premium EV ownership and luggage capacity, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is decisively better for acceleration, DC charging and manufacturer warranty duration.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N costs RM443,888 and the BMW iX2 costs RM283,800, so the Hyundai is RM160,088 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N charges faster on DC at up to 350 kW, compared with 130 kW for the BMW iX2. Both support 11-kW AC charging.
