Verdict
At RM378,800 against RM395,888, the iX3 is RM17,088 cheaper and brings a 113.4-kWh battery, 726 km EV range and 400 kW DC charging. Its 463 hp and 645 Nm electric motor output also cut the 0-100 km/h time to 4.9 seconds, versus the NX’s 7.7 seconds. The Lexus counters with a petrol-hybrid powertrain, a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and ventilated front seats. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the BMW’s numbers are hard to ignore; the Lexus makes more sense if you want hybrid running and longer warranty cover.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you can charge regularly and want 726 km of EV range, 400 kW DC charging and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time for less money.
Pick the Lexus NX if you prefer its 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid setup, five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and ventilated front seats.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Lexus NX RM395,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW iX3 4.9 seconds; Lexus NX 7.7 seconds.
- Electric motor output: BMW iX3 463 hp and 645 Nm; Lexus NX 133 hp and 208 Nm.
- Warranty: BMW iX3 two years, unlimited mileage; Lexus NX five years, unlimited mileage.
- Wheelbase: BMW iX3 2,897 mm; Lexus NX 2,690 mm.
- Kerb weight: BMW iX3 2,285 kg; Lexus NX 1,765 kg.
iX3
- 726 km EV range from a 113.4-kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC and 400 kW DC charging, plus 3.7 kW V2L.
- 463 hp, 645 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus the Lexus’s five years.
- No ventilated front seats, which the Lexus gets.
- Heavier at 2,285 kg versus 1,765 kg.
NX
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Ventilated front seats and 64-colour ambient lighting.
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert and TPMS are specified.
- RM17,088 pricier than the BMW.
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trails the BMW’s 4.9 seconds.
- No 726 km EV range, 400 kW DC charging or V2L capability.
What the iX3 has over the NX
What the NX has over the iX3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The iX3's wheelbase is 207 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800✓ | RM395,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765✓ | RM830 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,865/mo✓ | RM4,040/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM10,097✓ | RM10,640 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,388 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.94 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM61,248 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 5.2 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 20 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 184 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp✓ | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm✓ | 208 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 | — | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| 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) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, with High-beam Assistant | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear 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 |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| 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 | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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iX3 vs NX FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Lexus NX better?
The BMW iX3 is the better pick for buyers with regular charging access: it is cheaper, has 726 km of EV range and reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Choose the Lexus NX for its petrol-hybrid setup, ventilated seats and five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW iX3 costs RM378,800 and the Lexus NX costs RM395,888, so the Lexus is RM17,088 more expensive.
Which one is better for charging and electric driving?
The BMW iX3 is the clear electric-driving choice. It has a 113.4-kWh battery, 726 km range, 22 kW AC charging, 400 kW DC charging and 3.7 kW V2L. The Lexus NX is a petrol hybrid and has no charging or EV-range figures.
How long does charging take?
The iX3's 113.4 kWh battery takes about 5.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 400 kW peak.