All-new 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 Sport arrives in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Malaysia has expanded the iX lineup with the addition of a more powerful variant called the xDrive50 Sport. The new trim is priced at RM 546,800 (on-the-road excluding insurance), making it RM 143k dearer than the base-spec iX xDrive40 and RM 99k than the mid-spec xDrive40 Sport. 

Included in the fully-imported BMW iX xDrive50 Sport price are a five-year/unlimited-mileage warranty, an eight-year/160,000km battery warranty, and a six-year service package. Opting out of the extended warranty and service package will bring the EV’s price down to RM 528,430.

BMW Group Malaysia managing director Hans de Visser said, “We are thrilled to ring in the new year with the New BMW iX xDrive50 Sport, an electrifying feat reminiscent of January 2022 when we also introduced new BMW i models at NEXTGen Malaysia. This is a testament to our commitment in electrified mobility, not only in expanding our product offerings but also infrastructure to accommodate a thriving EV ecosystem. Our efforts to electrify the automotive landscape in Malaysia have always worked in tandem with the government’s agenda for electrification, and we are set to see further developments in this aspect with our many new industry partners as well.”

Here are the key highlights of the all-new BMW iX xDrive50 Sport - 

• The iX xDrive50 is powered by two electric motors (one on each axle) delivering a total system output of 523 hp and 765 Nm of peak torque. As a result, the EV runs from zero to 100 kmph in 4.6 seconds and hits a top speed of 200 kmph
• The motors are fed by a 111.5 kWh battery pack offering a WLTP-claimed driving range of 630 km
• As for charging, the new BMW EV takes 35 minutes for an 80% state of charge when using a DC fast charger. However, with the help of an 11kW AC Wallbox charger, the battery juices up from 0 to 100% in 10 hours and 45 mins
• Design-wise, the new BMW iX variant looks exactly like the xDrive40 Sport and features 22-inch BMW Individual aerodynamic wheels with a 3D polished buff and 17-inch Blue brake callipers
• Exterior colour options include - Mineral White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Alpine White Metallic, Phytonic Blue Metallic, Sophisto Grey Metallic with Brilliant Effect, and Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic

• Part of the interior kit is Interior Design Atelier scheme, BMW Live Cockpit Professional (comprising a curved 12.3-inch instrument console and 14.9-inch infotainment unit), multifunctional seats, BMW Natural Interaction, Comfort Access System, Connected Package Professional, ConnectedDrive Services, Cruise Control, wireless charging, 4-zone automatic air conditioning, Harman Kardon surround sound system, and more

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