Verdict
The RM79,000 step from the BMW iX3 G08 to the BMW iX3 NA5 buys far more than a facelift: 463 hp and 645 Nm, 726 km of range, 400 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive against 282 hp, 400 Nm, 453 km, 150 kW and rear-wheel drive. For a Malaysian buyer covering long intercity distances, the NA5’s bigger 113.4-kWh battery and 22-kW AC capability are meaningful. The G08 remains the sensible used-buy route, with adaptive dampers, heated front seats and a lower RM305 annual road tax versus RM765.
G08
Pick the BMW iX3 G08 if a RM299,800 entry price, adaptive dampers and heated front seats matter more than outright range and charging speed.
NA5
Pick the BMW iX3 NA5 if you want 726 km of range, 400 kW DC charging, 463 hp and all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 G08 RM299,800; BMW iX3 NA5 RM378,800.
- Motor output: BMW iX3 G08 has one 282-hp, 400-Nm motor; BMW iX3 NA5 has two motors producing 463 hp and 645 Nm.
- Battery and range: BMW iX3 G08 has a 73.8-kWh battery and 453 km range; BMW iX3 NA5 has 113.4 kWh and 726 km.
- Charging: BMW iX3 G08 supports 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC; BMW iX3 NA5 supports 22 kW AC and 400 kW DC.
- Performance and drive: BMW iX3 G08 is rear-wheel drive and does 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds; BMW iX3 NA5 is all-wheel drive and does it in 4.9 seconds.
- Road tax: BMW iX3 G08 is RM305 per year; BMW iX3 NA5 is RM765 per year.
G08
- RM79,000 lower purchase price
- Adaptive dampers and heated front seats
- 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon system
- 453-km range versus 726 km
- 150-kW DC charging versus 400 kW
- 282 hp and rear-wheel drive versus 463 hp and all-wheel drive
NA5
- 726-km range from a 113.4-kWh battery
- 400-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging
- 463 hp, 645 Nm and all-wheel drive
- RM79,000 higher purchase price
- RM765 annual road tax versus RM305
- No listed heated front seats, which the G08 gets
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,800✓ | RM378,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM765 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | 463 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 645 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 73.8 kWh | 113.4 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 453 km | 726 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150.0 kW | 400 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Automatic | — |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BMW | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,734 mm | 4,782 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,668 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | 2,897 mm |
| Weight | 2,255 kg | 2,285 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 510 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 255/35R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R20 | 275/35R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Hungary (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Aerodynamic Style 890 M 2-tone Alloy | 22" Alloys (9J) |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Aerodynamic Style 890 M 2-tone Alloy | 22" Alloys (9.5J) |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist and Cross Traffic Detection (5 km/h to 250 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Prevention, Speed Limit Assist, Active Protection | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Laserlight and Adaptive High Beam | LED, with High-beam Assistant |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated with Driver's Memory Function | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (11 Colours) | Ambient Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive Touch Controller, Gesture Control and 16-speaker 464W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging |
| 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 (Comfort Access) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Smartphone Key and Proximity Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking |
| 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 | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Acoustic Glass Side Windows, Qi Wireless Charger, IconicSounds Electric | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package |
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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G08 vs NA5 FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 G08 or BMW iX3 NA5 better?
The BMW iX3 NA5 is the better EV on capability, with 726 km range, 400 kW DC charging, 463 hp and all-wheel drive. The G08 is the better budget-led choice if its 453-km range and 150-kW charging suit your routine.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 NA5 costs RM79,000 more than the BMW iX3 G08: RM378,800 against RM299,800.
Which iX3 is better for long-distance driving?
The BMW iX3 NA5 is the clear long-distance choice. Its 726-km range is 273 km higher than the G08’s 453 km, and its 400-kW DC charging ceiling is 250 kW higher.
