Verdict
The RM129,190 gap buys a very different ownership brief. The BMW iX is a five-seat EV with a 100.6-kWh battery, 602 km claimed range and 175-kW DC charging, so it suits Malaysians with dependable charging and frequent long-distance use. Its 402-hp, 700-Nm twin-motor AWD system also dwarfs the Mazda’s 172-hp, 270-Nm motor. But the CX-80 brings six seats, a longer 3,120-mm wheelbase and a 70-litre petrol tank behind its 65-km EV range. Its RM830 annual road tax is RM285 higher than the iX’s RM545.
Pick the BMW iX if you can charge regularly and want 602 km of EV range, 402 hp and 700 Nm in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if six seats, a 70-litre petrol tank and a RM129,190 lower purchase price matter more than long electric range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- EV range: BMW iX 602 km; Mazda CX-80 65 km.
- Battery capacity: BMW iX 100.6 kWh; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh.
- Motor output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Mazda CX-80 172 hp and 270 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX five seats and 500 litres; Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX 3,000 mm; Mazda CX-80 3,120 mm.
iX
- 602-km EV range from a 100.6-kWh battery.
- 402 hp and 700 Nm from two motors, with AWD.
- 500-litre boot, 175-kW DC charging and air suspension.
- RM129,190 more expensive.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- Heavier at 2,525 kg versus 2,342 kg.
CX-80
- Six seats, including heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- 70-litre petrol tank supplements its 65-km EV range.
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty and free service, plus a head-up display.
- 65-km EV range is 537 km shorter than the iX.
- Its 17.8-kWh battery and 7.2-kW AC charging trail the iX’s 100.6 kWh and 22 kW.
- 258-litre boot is 242 litres smaller than the iX’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 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 iX & CX-80 for sale
iX vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Mazda CX-80 better?
The BMW iX is better for a charging-ready buyer prioritising electric range and motor output; it manages 602 km, 402 hp and 700 Nm. The Mazda CX-80 is better for six-seat flexibility and petrol-backed travel beyond its 65-km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX costs RM129,190 more than the Mazda CX-80.
Which has the better long-distance electric capability?
The BMW iX does, with a 100.6-kWh battery, 602-km EV range and 175-kW DC charging. The Mazda CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery and 65-km EV range, but its 70-litre petrol tank provides an alternative when charging is impractical.
