Verdict
At RM252,800, the BMW iX1 L is RM2,800 dearer than the GWM Tank 300, but its RM160 annual road tax undercuts the petrol SUV’s RM440. Its 66.5-kWh battery, 433-km stated range and 130-kW DC charging suit buyers with dependable charging access. The iX1 L also has a 490-litre boot and 2,802-mm wheelbase. The Tank answers with a 217-hp/380-Nm 2.0-litre turbo, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare. Choose it for those hardware priorities, not cargo room: it has 400 litres.
Pick the BMW iX1 L if you can charge regularly and want 433 km of stated EV range, lower RM160 road tax and a 490-litre boot.
Pick the GWM Tank 300 if all-wheel drive, a 217-hp turbo petrol powertrain, ventilated massaging front seats and a full-size spare matter more.
Key differences
- Powertrain: 201-hp/250-Nm electric motor vs 217-hp/380-Nm 1,999-cc turbo petrol inline-four.
- Driveline: front-wheel drive vs all-wheel drive.
- Annual road tax: RM160 vs RM440.
- Boot space: 490 litres vs 400 litres.
- Wheelbase: 2,802 mm vs 2,750 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: two years vs six years.
iX1 L
- 433-km stated range from a 66.5-kWh battery, with 130-kW DC charging.
- 490-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Head-up display, navigation and adaptive LED projectors with auto high beam.
- Costs RM2,800 more.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 300's all-wheel drive.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years.
Tank 300
- All-wheel drive with a 217-hp, 380-Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Powered front seats with massage and ventilation.
- Full-size spare tyre and six-year manufacturer warranty.
- 400-litre boot versus 490 litres.
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM160.
- No navigation or head-up display.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800 | 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 | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 433 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 | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,616 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,903 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,802 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 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 | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin Primacy HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (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) |
| 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 | Electric 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 on Two Outer Rear 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 Projectors with Auto High Beam | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 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 | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker 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 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | 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 iX1 L & Tank 300 for sale
iX1 L vs Tank 300 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 L or GWM Tank 300 better?
The BMW iX1 L is the better choice for regular EV charging, lower annual road tax and its 490-litre boot. The GWM Tank 300 is better if all-wheel drive, a turbo petrol engine, ventilated massaging seats and a full-size spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 L costs RM252,800 and the GWM Tank 300 costs RM250,000, so the BMW is RM2,800 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The BMW iX1 L has the larger boot at 490 litres, 90 litres more than the GWM Tank 300's 400 litres.
