Verdict
The BMW iX1 L costs RM17,088 less yet covers a near-identical 433 km to the Maxus MIFA 9’s 435 km, while reaching 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds against 9.2 seconds. It is the easier five-seat C-segment SUV to justify if you want quicker responses, 130 kW DC charging and a 490-litre boot. The MIFA 9 is the family-hauler choice: its 5,270 mm body, seven seats and 1,010-litre boot bring far more people and luggage capacity, plus powered sliding doors. Its five-year vehicle warranty also matters for long-term ownership.
Pick the BMW iX1 L if you want the lower-priced, quicker five-seat EV with 130 kW DC charging, navigation and a head-up display.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot, powered sliding doors and a five-year vehicle warranty matter more than acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX1 L RM252,800; Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888.
- Motor output: BMW iX1 L 201 hp and 250 Nm; Maxus MIFA 9 241 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX1 L 8.6 seconds; Maxus MIFA 9 9.2 seconds.
- Seats: BMW iX1 L five; Maxus MIFA 9 seven.
- Boot space: BMW iX1 L 490 litres; Maxus MIFA 9 1,010 litres.
- DC charging: BMW iX1 L 130 kW; Maxus MIFA 9 120 kW.
iX1 L
- RM17,088 lower purchase price
- Quicker 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 130 kW DC charging, navigation and head-up display
- Five seats and a 490-litre boot versus seven seats and 1,010 litres
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus five years
- No powered sliding doors
MIFA 9
- Seven seats and a 1,010-litre boot
- Powered sliding doors
- Five-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 120 kW DC charging versus 130 kW
- No navigation or head-up display listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800✓ | RM269,888 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 433 km | 435 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,616 mm | 5,270 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,802 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,095 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 1,010 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on front passenger and outer two second row 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 | LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED Tail Lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Sliding and Folding Second Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker 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 Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Powered Sliding Doors |
| 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 | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 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 & MIFA 9 for sale
iX1 L vs MIFA 9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 L or Maxus MIFA 9 better?
The BMW iX1 L is better for a smaller household wanting lower cost, quicker acceleration and more driver-facing equipment. The Maxus MIFA 9 is better for carrying up to seven people and much more luggage.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX1 L costs RM252,800 and the Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM269,888, so the BMW is RM17,088 cheaper.
Which has the better range and charging capability?
Range is effectively tied: the BMW iX1 L is rated at 433 km and the Maxus MIFA 9 at 435 km. Both accept 11 kW AC charging, while the BMW has the higher 130 kW DC rate versus 120 kW.
