Verdict
The LX2 is about 11% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,888✓ | RM368,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599 | RM599 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 2,199 cc |
| Horsepower | 197 hp at 3,800 rpm | 197 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 85 mm × 96 mm | 85 mm × 96 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Co2 | 170 g/km | 170 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,980 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,975 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Height | 1,750 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 2,030 kg | 2,030 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 71 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 20" Alloy | Full Size 20" Alloy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 20" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Powered for Rear Doors | Powered for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Rear Seat Reminder, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Door Opening Warning, Rear Seat Reminder, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, Heating and Ventilation, 8-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat with Heating and Ventilation | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory, Heating and Ventilation, 8-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat with Heating and Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row with Heating and One-touch Fold, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row with Heating and One-touch Fold, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide, Rear Fixed | Front Tilt and Slide, Rear Fixed |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 2nd Row, 4 3rd Row | 2 Front, 2 2nd Row, 4 3rd Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual 2nd Row Sun Shades | Manual 2nd Row Sun Shades |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered | Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Hill Descent Control | Qi Wireless Charger, Hill Descent Control |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 50,000 km | 50,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 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.
