Published on May 3rd, 2023 | by Sounder Rajen

All-Electric BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport Launched In Malaysia For RM286K

The electrifying BMW iX1 xDrive30 was shown at the Malaysia Autoshow 2023

German automaker, BMW has unveiled its first, all electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in the premium compact segment, which I will call an SUV for the sake of simplicity with the First-Ever BMW iX1 in the BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport trim to completely change the premium electric SUV game in Malaysia.

Sashi Ambi, Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability of BMW Group Malaysia said, “The stellar reception of our BMW i models, which was led by the introduction of the BMW i4, BMW iX and BMW iX3 in January 2022 has been nothing short of exceptional.”

“It gives us great confidence in our electrification strategy to see more Malaysians welcome electromobility as the availability of charging infrastructure continues to rise alongside the expansion of our all-electric portfolio. The arrival of the First-Ever BMW iX1 punctuates BMW Group Malaysia’s electrification offensive for 2023 and further cements our position as the leading premium automaker in Malaysia with the most extensive premium electric vehicle line-up for the local market.” He added.

Moreover, the BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport will make 313hp and 494Nm of torque which launches the SUV from 0 to 100km/h in 5.6 seconds, on to an electronically limited top speed of 180km/h. It will also have an outstanding WLTP range of up to 440 kilometres and support high130 kW charging taking the battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 29 minutes.

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport also features an expressive exterior design with an upright front that portrays powerful confidence. The electric SUV emphasises dynamic appeal with features such as the kidney grille surround in Chrome, kidney grille front slats in satinated Aluminium and more.

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport features the driver-oriented BMW Curved Display in the BMW iX and BMW i4 models. The new, sophisticated display configuration features a 10.25-inch digital driver display connected to a 10.7-inch infotainment display, both running the BMW Operating System 8 and fitted with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional as standard.

On top of that, the BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport comes standard with the Connected Package Professional, Connected Drive Services, Teleservices, Smartphone Integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging tray, and so much more. Digital services include Remote Software Upgrade, and more.

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport completes the package by including the BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Programme, BMW 8-Year or 160,000 km Battery Warranty (whichever comes first), BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline, The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App, BMW Privileges Card and BMW Service Online