KUALA LUMPUR: The new all-electric BMW iX xDrive45 Sport has been unveiled by BMW Group Malaysia, and is priced on the road, without insurance at RM425,800.
The price tag comes to RM460,700 with BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (consists of the five-year extended warranty and service package).
With the Easy Drive Financing from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the new BMW iX xDrive45 Sport can be owned with a monthly instalment starting from RM5,416.
The monthly instalments are based on 80% loan on a five-year tenure with a rebate of RM8,000, as well as free replacement car programme and BMW first-year comprehensive motor insurance rebate of RM5,000.
Meanwhile, with the Straight-Line Financing, customers can own the new iX xDrive45 Sport at a monthly instalment plan starting from RM5,024.
The monthly instalments are based on estimates of an 80% loan on a seven-year tenure.
Customers can also enjoy BMW Protection+ Insurance & Replacement Car Programme when financing with BMW Easy Drive.
BMW Protection+ offers comprehensive coverage accidental death or permanent disability benefits, vehicle break-in coverage, hire purchase loan repayment protection, and guaranteed asset protection (GAP).
Additional benefits include key care, special relief in case of total loss or theft, rim damage coverage, compassionate flood cover, and scratch and dent protection.
The new all-wheel-drive iX xDrive45 Sport’s powertrain delivers 300kW (408hp) and 700Nm of torque, and it sprints from 0 to 100kph in just 5.1 seconds, with a top speed of 200kph.
Travel range is up to 602km (WLTP cycle).
With a gross battery capacity of 100.6kWh, it now supports DC fast charging at up to 175kW, 25kW more than the previous BMW iX xDrive40 variant.
This provides up to 166km of range in just 10 minutes of high-power charging.
On the new iX, the kidney grille now features diagonal lines and a more delicate look.
It is enhanced by BMW Iconic Glow, which pulsates when the vehicle doors are opened or closed, marking the feature’s first appearance in this model.
The new adaptive LED headlights with high beam assistant have also been updated with two angled lights on each side of the vehicle, providing enhanced visibility while minimising glare.
It comes with the expanded exterior mirror package, and 21-inch aerodynamic wheels in 1012 Bicolour 3D polished buff.
Inside, there are ambient lighting and a Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, as well as an 18-speaker, 655-watt Harman Kardon surround sound system, while the BMW Live Cockpit Professional provides intuitive access to navigation, entertainment, and vehicle settings.
Yhe BMW IconicSounds Electric further enhance the driving experience.
Also, multifunctional seats for the driver, Comfort Access System, storage for wireless charging and automatic air conditioning with 4-zone control are standard kit.
Meanwhile, luggage capacity is measured at 500 litres, expandable up to 1,750 litres.
The BMW Digital Key Plus includes a physical key, Setup Card, and Service Card for easy installation and setup.
With the Setup Card, users can quickly activate the Digital Key Plus by holding it near their smartphone or scanning a QR code.
The Digital Key Plus allows drivers to share up to 18 digital keys with others, setting specific roles and limits, such as speed or acceleration, ideal for novice drivers.
Additionally, it enables vehicle functions through the My BMW app.
The Service Card ensures a simple transition back to a physical key when needed for service or breakdowns.
Other features include Driving Assistant Professional and Parking Assistant Plus.
Exterior colours include Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Arctic Race Blue, Aventurine Red and Dune Grey.
The iX xDrive45 Sport is also available in exterior colour of Alpine White and Sophisto Grey with interior in Atelier Oyster, Atelier Mocha or Atelier Black.
