BMW brings new electric luxury SUVs to Malaysia; the iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro, iX xDrive45 Sport

KUALA LUMPUR:  Are you ready to experience a whole new level of luxury on wheels? BMW Group Malaysia has once again surpassed all expectations and impressed the premium car world with the launch of three new models at The Art of Driving 2025. If you're looking for a future-ready luxury car, we invite you to pay attention to these new arrivals .

• BMW iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro, the high-performance electric SUV
• BMW iX xDrive45 Sport, the mid-range electric SUV
• BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport, the updated mild-hybrid petrol SUV

These vehicles collectively represent the automaker’s commitment to offering eco-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced petrol engines that cater to diverse lifestyles.

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On the arrival of the new cars, Benjamin Nagel, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia, stated, “As the leading premium automaker and premium electric vehicle provider in Malaysia, we set out not only to expand our portfolio of offerings in Malaysia, but also to redefine what it means to experience luxury. For us, luxury is not defined by fine materials and craftsmanship alone – it is the power to make informed choices. This is what we offer our customers through our guiding principles of Technology Openness and the Power of Choice.”

He added, “Today, we unveil our latest premium models, offering both petrol and fully electric powertrains. These models embody the best of design, innovation, and sustainability – all rooted in our Heritage in Motion, our reputation, and our expertise, which have set the standard for premium automotive excellence in Malaysia for over 50 years. Just as we have redefined driving experience, we have redefined the ownership experience with ‘Relax. We Care.’ and ‘All In. Simply Smart.’ These services go beyond the vehicle, offering peace of mind and ensuring a complete premium ownership experience.”

Let us now discuss each of these fantastic offerings from BMW Malaysia in detail, starting with the electric offering -

BMW iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro

Welcome the premium, all-electric flagship and the most powerful SUV in the country to date - the iX xDrive60 M Sport Pro.

Powered by a dual-electric motor generating a maximum power of 544 hp along with a peak torque of 765 Nm. Furthermore, its large 115.5 kWh gross battery enables it to deliver an all-electric range of 701 km on the WLTP cycle. On the performance front, the EV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds, achieving a top speed of 200 km/h.

Charging? It is facilitated by DC fast charging at up to 196 kW, enabling the EV to achieve speedier charging. For instance, 271 km added to the range in just 10 minutes of high-power charging.

Time to discuss a few of its hard-to-miss features, like the EV benefits from 22-inch diamond-cut M wheels with red M Sport brakes, ambient lighting, sky lounge panoramic roof, Harman Kardon 18-speaker surround sound system, BMW Iconic Glow grille, adaptive LED lights, and BMW Digital Key Plus with smartphone unlock and sharing. Adding to the SUV's aggressive stance is the car’s M Aerodynamic Package on the outside and M Interior Package on the inside. The latter features an M steering wheel, M lighting, and a combination of Alcantara/Black Sensatec.

Keeping everyone safe is the car’s intelligent driving system, which includes Driving Assistant Professional and Parking Assistant Plus.

BMW iX xDrive45 Sport

Moving on to the next smart and sporty BMW EV, the iX xDrive45 Sport. This is the slightly more affordable version, featuring attributes such as firm performance and excellent range.

Powering the iX xDrive45 Sport is a dual-motor setup that delivers a maximum power output of 408 hp along with a peak torque of 700 Nm. This configuration enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds and achieve a top speed of 200 km/h. As for the EV’s range, the iX xDrive45 Sport’s 100.6 kWh gross battery capacity allows it to deliver an electric range of up to 602 km.

What about charging? The car’s charging rate has been significantly improved, thanks to DC fast charging of up to 175 kW. This setup enables a range of up to 166 km in just 10 minutes.

As for styling, the EV benefits from 21-inch aerodynamic wheels in 1025 M Multicolour 3D polished buff with red Sport brakes, BMW IconicSounds Electric, digital cockpit, and connectivity features. Furthermore, like the xDrive60, it also benefits from standard seats with premium trims (in Mocha, Black, and Oyster), ambient lighting, a panoramic roof, and a premium 655-watt Harman Kardon audio system. On the tech front, the car benefits from over-the-air updates, the My BMW app, and remote services.

The xDrive 45 Sport, like the xDrive 60 M Sport Pro, comes equipped with Driving Assistant Professional and Parking Assistant Plus, which offer users additional safety, an effortless driving experience, and ease of use.

In addition to the new electric offering, the automaker also announced a new petrol model, the X5. While we have covered the new X5 xDrive40i M Sport in detail, here's an overview.

New BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport

It’s time to discuss the brand’s best-selling premium SUV, which now gets a new mild-hybrid powertrain and bold design.

Powering the X5 xDrive40i M Sport is a 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, which generates a maximum power output of 381 hp and a peak torque of 540 Nm. This setup enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds, achieving a top speed of 250 km/h. The power is sent to all the wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission, thanks to the xDrive AWD drivetrain.

On the design and feature front, this BMW benefits from the following advantages: a redesigned kidney grille with an iconic glow, new X-shaped DRLs, slim adaptive LED headlights, 21-inch M V-spoke wheels with performance brakes, and sculpted bumpers & air intakes. On the inside, the X5 benefits from a curved display with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 14.9-inch control screen, OS 8.5 with voice, gesture, and touch control, ‘Sensafin’ upholstery, M steering wheel, 4-zone climate control, panoramic roof, wireless charger, light bar, rocker-style gear switch, Harman Kardon audio system, and more—further, the car benefits from 650-litre boot space that is expandable to 1,870-litre.

Regarding advanced safety and driving aids, the X5 features a remote 3D view, smartphone-enabled parking path memory, Parking Assistant Professional with automatic parking & reversing assistance, and Driving Assistant Professional with adaptive cruise control, Smart Lane Assist, and Emergency Stop Assist.

No, that’s not all, as the X5 xDrive40i M Sport showcases innovative fuel-saving technology, including self-adjusting air suspension (that lowers on highways and raises off-road), energy regeneration from braking, and the VALVETRONIC system that reduces friction for better efficiency.

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What’s more?

Regardless of the BMW you choose, the brand offers more than just the vehicle, thanks to its "Relax. We Care" program. Here, all buyers will benefit from the following: a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty, 5-year/100,000 km free service, a 6-year free service for EVs, an 8-year battery warranty for EVs, 24/7 BMW roadside assistance, and BMW ConnectedDrive with proactive vehicle health alerts.

Additionally, all three new models will receive over-the-air software updates, ensuring the car stays up to date without the need to visit the service centre.

Bottom line

BMW Malaysia’s latest inclusions showcase luxury at its best. Be it the zero-emission iX or the petrol-powered X5 - the cars are fast, smart, and beautiful. If you plan to upgrade your vehicle in 2025, look no further. You can expect to see these models in showrooms soon.

 

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