Verdict
At RM283,800 versus RM281,888, just RM1,912 separates two very different SUVs. The BMW iX2 is the five-seat EV: its two motors make 308 hp and 494 Nm, with a quoted 417 km range from a 64.7 kWh battery and 130 kW DC charging. It also gets adaptive cruise, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Ford Everest buyers get seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a spare wheel, plus 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel. Its 259-litre boot is much smaller than the BMW’s 525 litres.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you want a five-seat electric SUV with 417 km quoted range, 525 litres of boot space and stronger driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a diesel 4x4 drivetrain, an 80-litre fuel tank and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price — BMW iX2: RM283,800; Ford Everest: RM281,888.
- Seating — BMW iX2: 5 seats; Ford Everest: 7 seats.
- Output — BMW iX2: 308 hp from two motors; Ford Everest: 207 hp from its 1,996 cc diesel engine.
- Torque — BMW iX2: 494 Nm; Ford Everest: 500 Nm.
- Boot space — BMW iX2: 525 litres; Ford Everest: 259 litres.
- Airbags — BMW iX2: 6; Ford Everest: 7.
iX2
- 417 km quoted EV range and 130 kW DC charging
- 525-litre boot space
- Adaptive cruise, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Everest’s 17-inch steel spare wheel
- Six airbags versus seven
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin
- 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel with 80-litre fuel tank
- 17-inch steel spare wheel and five-star ANCAP rating
- 259-litre boot versus the iX2’s 525 litres
- No listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control
- Higher annual road tax: RM438 versus RM335
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800 | RM281,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | Inline-four with Bi-turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.8 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 417 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,914 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,923 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,841 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,201 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 259 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | 17" Steel Wheel |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Goodyear Wrangler |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Coil Spring |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags) | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 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 | 7 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Roof-mounted AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2x Front, 2x Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | No |
| 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✓ | 60,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years✓ | 2 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 iX2 & Everest for sale
iX2 vs Everest FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Ford Everest better?
The BMW iX2 is the better choice for electric driving, a 525-litre boot and active assistance features. The Ford Everest is better if seven seats, diesel operation, an 80-litre tank and a spare wheel are essential.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM283,800 and the Ford Everest costs RM281,888, so the iX2 is RM1,912 more expensive.
Which has more passenger capacity and luggage space?
The Ford Everest carries seven people against the BMW iX2’s five. However, the iX2 has 525 litres of boot space, compared with 259 litres for the Everest.
