Verdict
At RM296,950, the BMW X3 G01 LCI is RM28,850 less than the G45 and is still 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, at 8.2 seconds. The newer BMW X3 G45 answers with all-wheel drive, 188 hp and 310 Nm, plus a larger 570-litre boot, adaptive cruise control, a head-up display and a 360-degree camera. For a Malaysian buyer shopping new versus used, the G01 LCI is the sharper value choice; pay for the G45 if its newer cabin tech and extra practicality matter more than acceleration and audio quality.
G01 LCI
Pick the BMW X3 G01 LCI if you want the lower entry price, 8.2-second sprint and 12-speaker HiFi system.
G45
Pick the BMW X3 G45 if you want all-wheel drive, 570 litres of boot space, adaptive cruise control and a head-up display.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X3 G01 LCI RM296,950; BMW X3 G45 RM325,800.
- Output: BMW X3 G01 LCI 181 hp and 300 Nm; BMW X3 G45 188 hp and 310 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X3 G01 LCI 8.2 seconds; BMW X3 G45 8.5 seconds.
- Driveline: BMW X3 G01 LCI rear-wheel drive; BMW X3 G45 all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: BMW X3 G01 LCI 550 litres; BMW X3 G45 570 litres.
- Infotainment/audio: BMW X3 G01 LCI 10.25-inch screen and 12 speakers; BMW X3 G45 14.9-inch display and six speakers.
G01 LCI
- RM28,850 lower purchase price
- Quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 12-speaker, 205-watt HiFi system and adaptive LED headlamps
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- 550-litre boot is 20 litres smaller
- No adaptive cruise control, head-up display or 360-degree camera
G45
- All-wheel drive with 188 hp and 310 Nm
- 570-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- 14.9-inch curved display and head-up display
- 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.3 seconds slower
- Six-speaker audio versus the G01 LCI's 12-speaker, 205-watt system
- LED projector headlamps instead of adaptive LED projectors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,950✓ | RM325,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 181 hp at 5,000 rpm | 188 hp at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,350 rpm | 310 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds✓ | 8.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Co2 | 166 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,708 mm | 4,755 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,785 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R19 | 245/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R19 | 245/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Y-spoke Style 887 M 2-tone Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Y-spoke Style 887 M 2-tone Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Passive M Sport Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 Airbags, Stability Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 60 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Collision Prevention | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding with Remote Release | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting (6 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen BMW Operating System 7.0 with iDrive Touch Controller, Voice Control and 12-speaker HiFi Sound System (205 Watts) | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 6 Speaker |
| 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 with Proximity Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Auto-dimming Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years |
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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G01 LCI vs G45 FAQ
Is the BMW X3 G01 LCI or BMW X3 G45 better?
The BMW X3 G45 is better for all-wheel drive, cabin display technology, driver assistance and boot space. The BMW X3 G01 LCI is the better buy if lower cost, quicker acceleration and the stronger 12-speaker audio system are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X3 G45 costs RM28,850 more than the BMW X3 G01 LCI: RM325,800 against RM296,950.
Which BMW X3 has more boot space?
The BMW X3 G45 has the larger boot at 570 litres, 20 litres more than the BMW X3 G01 LCI's 550 litres.
