Verdict
At RM283,800 versus RM290,888, the BMW iX2 costs RM7,088 less yet brings 308 hp, 494 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time, against 161 hp, 270 Nm and 9.3 seconds. Its 64.7-kWh battery is rated for 417 km and accepts 130 kW DC charging, so it suits Malaysian buyers with dependable charging. The GLB counters with seven seats, a 2,829-mm wheelbase and a 52-litre petrol tank for families needing the extra row. Choose carefully: the iX2’s quoted 525-litre boot exceeds the GLB’s 130 litres, while the Mercedes is 80 mm longer and 73 mm taller.
Pick the BMW iX2 if you have charging access and want the quicker 308-hp AWD option with a 417-km EV range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if seven seats, a sliding second row and petrol refuelling suit your family use better.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX2 RM283,800; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888.
- Power and torque: BMW iX2 308 hp and 494 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLB 161 hp and 270 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX2 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLB 9.3 seconds.
- Seating: BMW iX2 five seats; Mercedes-Benz GLB seven seats.
- EV range/fuel tank: BMW iX2 417 km from a 64.7-kWh battery; Mercedes-Benz GLB 52-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: BMW iX2 525 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLB 130 litres.
iX2
- 308 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 417-km EV range, with 11 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- AWD, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the GLB's seven-seat layout.
- Shorter 2,692-mm wheelbase versus 2,829 mm.
- No front foglamps, alarm or airbag-disable function listed.
GLB
- Seven seats, plus a sliding 40:20:40 second row and folding third row.
- Longer 2,829-mm wheelbase and taller 1,663-mm body.
- 52-litre petrol tank and 207 km/h top speed.
- Much slower 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.6 seconds.
- Quoted 130-litre boot space versus the iX2's 525 litres.
- No lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, head-up display or auto parking listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM283,800✓ | RM290,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 9.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 207 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,555 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 130 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Style-873 M Bi-Colour Alloys | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Front & Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker, 464W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with 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 |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | — |
| 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 | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 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 & GLB for sale
iX2 vs GLB FAQ
Is the BMW iX2 or Mercedes-Benz GLB better?
The BMW iX2 is the better choice for performance, EV range and driver-assistance equipment, with 308 hp and a 5.6-second sprint. The Mercedes-Benz GLB is better only if you need seven seats and its flexible second- and third-row arrangement.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX2 costs RM7,088 less than the Mercedes-Benz GLB.
Which one is better for a larger family?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB is the family pick because it has seven seats, a sliding second row and a 50:50-folding third row. The BMW iX2 has five seats, although its quoted boot space is far larger at 525 litres versus 130 litres.
