Verdict
The RM252,800 BMW iX1 L is RM28,273 cheaper and easier to place in a Malaysian car park at 4,616 mm long, but it is a five-seat C-segment SUV with 433 km of range. At RM281,073, the Xpeng X9 brings seven seats, a 721-litre boot and 535 km range, plus 537 kW DC charging against the BMW’s 130 kW. Its 315 hp and 450 Nm also beat 201 hp and 250 Nm, though the 0-100 km/h margin is only 0.4 seconds. The BMW suits smaller households; the X9 is the clear family-hauling EV.
iX1 L
Pick the BMW iX1 L if you want the lower entry price, a 4,616 mm compact SUV footprint and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, 535 km of range, 537 kW DC charging and far more cabin flexibility.
Key differences
- Motor output: BMW iX1 L has 201 hp and 250 Nm; Xpeng X9 has 315 hp and 450 Nm.
- Battery and range: BMW iX1 L has a 66.5 kWh battery and 433 km range; Xpeng X9 has 94.8 kWh and 535 km.
- DC charging: BMW iX1 L charges at up to 130 kW; Xpeng X9 charges at up to 537 kW.
- Seating and boot space: BMW iX1 L has 5 seats and a 490-litre boot; Xpeng X9 has 7 seats and a 721-litre boot.
- Dimensions: BMW iX1 L is 4,616 mm long with a 2,802 mm wheelbase; Xpeng X9 is 5,316 mm long with a 3,160 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: BMW iX1 L has a 2-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty; Xpeng X9 has a 5-year/120,000 km manufacturer warranty.
iX1 L
- RM28,273 lower purchase price.
- 4,616 mm length is 700 mm shorter than the X9.
- Adaptive LED projectors with auto high beam and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- 433 km range trails the X9’s 535 km.
- 130 kW DC charging is far behind the X9’s 537 kW rate.
- Five seats and a 490-litre boot cannot match the X9’s seven seats and 721 litres.
X9
- Seven seats, 14-way second-row captain seats and one-touch third-row folding.
- 537 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
- Air suspension, rear-axle steering, auto parking and nine airbags.
- Costs RM28,273 more than the BMW iX1 L.
- RM365 annual road tax is higher than the BMW’s RM160.
- At 5,316 mm long and 1,988 mm wide, it needs substantially more parking space than the BMW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM252,800✓ | RM281,073 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM365 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 94.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 433 km | 535 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 537 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,616 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,802 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 19" M Doublespoke 871 Bicolour | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 Second & Third 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 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/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 & X9 for sale
iX1 L vs X9 FAQ
Is the BMW iX1 L or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for larger families: it has seven seats, a 721-litre boot, 535 km range and 537 kW DC charging. The BMW iX1 L is the better fit if a shorter, lower-cost five-seat SUV is enough.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM28,273 more than the BMW iX1 L: RM281,073 versus RM252,800.
Which one charges faster?
The Xpeng X9 charges much faster on DC power, at up to 537 kW versus 130 kW for the BMW iX1 L. Both have 11 kW AC charging.
