Verdict
For RM120,000 less, the BMW iX3 brings 463 hp, 645 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time against the Evoque’s 200 hp, 320 Nm and 8.6 seconds. Its 113.4-kWh battery claims 726 km range, with 22-kW AC and 400-kW DC charging, so it suits buyers able to charge regularly. The Evoque counters with a larger 591-litre boot, 71 litres more than the BMW, a slightly higher 216-km/h top speed and a five-year/150,000-km warranty.
iX3
Pick the BMW iX3 if you can charge at home or work and want 726 km claimed range, 4.9-second acceleration and RM120,000 left in hand.
Range Rover Evoque
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you need the 591-litre boot and prefer its five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM498,800.
- Performance: BMW iX3 463 hp, 645 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds; Evoque 200 hp, 320 Nm and 8.6 seconds.
- Energy: BMW iX3 has a 113.4-kWh battery and 726 km EV range; Evoque has a 67-litre petrol tank.
- Charging: BMW iX3 supports 22-kW AC and 400-kW DC charging; Evoque has no charging provision.
- Cargo: BMW iX3 boot space is 520 litres; Evoque boot space is 591 litres.
- Warranty: BMW iX3 gets two years with unlimited mileage; Evoque gets five years or 150,000 km.
iX3
- 726 km claimed EV range with 22-kW AC and 400-kW DC charging.
- 463 hp and 645 Nm deliver a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Seven airbags, 360-degree camera and remote-control parking.
- 520-litre boot is 71 litres smaller than the Evoque’s.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Evoque’s five years/150,000 km.
- 210-km/h top speed is 6 km/h below the Evoque’s 216 km/h.
Range Rover Evoque
- 591-litre boot, 71 litres more than the iX3.
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 216-km/h top speed and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 200 hp and 320 Nm fall well short of the iX3’s 463 hp and 645 Nm.
- 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the iX3 by 3.7 seconds.
- No panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera or auto-parking system is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM498,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 200 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm at 1,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 726 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 216 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | Adaptive LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | — |
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.
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iX3 vs Range Rover Evoque FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque better?
The BMW iX3 is the stronger choice for EV driving: it is RM120,000 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and claims 726 km range. Choose the Evoque for its 591-litre boot and five-year/150,000-km warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 costs RM378,800 and the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs RM498,800, so the Evoque costs RM120,000 more.
Which one is quicker and more practical for luggage?
The iX3 is much quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds versus 8.6 seconds. The Evoque carries more luggage, with a 591-litre boot compared with the BMW’s 520 litres.
