Verdict
The BMW X3 G45 costs RM54,866 more, but it makes a credible case for Malaysian buyers with 188 hp, 310 Nm, mild-hybrid assistance and a 570-litre boot. It is also 47 mm longer and brings adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information, steering lane correction and a 360-degree camera. Yet the outgoing BMW X3 G01 reaches 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds against 8.5 seconds, rides on wider 20-inch rear rubber and has a 12-speaker HiFi system. Pick the G45 for the safety and cabin-tech upgrade; buy a well-priced G01 if performance and audio matter more.
Pick the BMW X3 G01 if you want the lower RM270,934 entry price, a 0.3-second quicker 0-100 km/h time and 12-speaker HiFi audio.
Pick the BMW X3 G45 if you will pay RM54,866 more for mild-hybrid assistance, a larger 570-litre boot and substantially stronger driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X3 G01 RM270,934; BMW X3 G45 RM325,800.
- Output: BMW X3 G01 181 hp and 300 Nm; BMW X3 G45 188 hp and 310 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X3 G01 8.2 seconds; BMW X3 G45 8.5 seconds.
- Dimensions and boot: BMW X3 G01 is 4,708 mm long with 550 litres; BMW X3 G45 is 4,755 mm long with 570 litres.
- Driver assistance: BMW X3 G01 has passive cruise control and lane-keeping warning only; BMW X3 G45 has adaptive cruise control and steering lane correction.
- Audio and parking view: BMW X3 G01 gets 12 speakers and a reverse camera; BMW X3 G45 gets six speakers and a 360-degree view monitor.
G01
- RM54,866 cheaper to buy.
- Quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 12-speaker, 205-watt HiFi system and powered rear sun shade.
- No adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information or collision warning.
- Lane keeping only warns rather than applying steering correction.
- Smaller 550-litre boot and no 360-degree camera.
G45
- 188 hp, 310 Nm and mild-hybrid assistance.
- Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information and steering lane correction.
- 570-litre boot, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM54,866 more.
- Slower 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six-speaker audio, no front foglamps and no powered rear sun shade.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM270,934✓ | RM325,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 181 hp at 5,000 rpm | 188 hp at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,350 rpm | 310 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds✓ | 8.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Co2 | 163 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,708 mm | 4,755 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,790 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 245/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R20 | 245/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Run-flat | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Y-spoke Style 694 Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Y-spoke Style 694 Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M 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) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 60 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Cornering Lights and Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding with Remote Release | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting with 6 Colours | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade | — |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen Navigation System with iDrive Touch and HiFi System with 12 Speakers (205 watt) | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 6 Speaker |
| 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW Live Cockpit Plus | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
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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G01 vs G45 FAQ
Is the BMW X3 G01 or BMW X3 G45 better?
The BMW X3 G45 is better for safety assistance, parking visibility, cabin displays and boot volume. The BMW X3 G01 is the sharper value choice if its 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time, 12-speaker system and RM54,866 lower price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X3 G45 costs RM325,800 versus RM270,934 for the BMW X3 G01, a difference of RM54,866. Both are Malaysian CKD compact executive SUVs with the same RM439 annual road tax.
Which BMW X3 has the better safety and parking equipment?
The BMW X3 G45 does. It adds blind-spot information, collision warning, steering lane correction, adaptive cruise control, six front and rear parking sensors, plus a 360-degree view monitor. The G01 has lane-keeping warning, four front and rear sensors and a reverse camera.
