Verdict
Both executive sedans reach 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, so the Jaguar XF’s 237 hp and 340 Nm do not translate into a quicker quoted sprint than the BMW 5 Series’ 208 hp and 330 Nm. The BMW gives a Malaysian buyer more active safety hardware, including autonomous braking, blind-spot information and lane-keeping steering correction, plus a 360-degree camera. The Jaguar counters with a 540-litre boot against 490 litres and a five-year/150,000-km warranty with scheduled maintenance to 80,000 km. The BMW’s dual-zone rear air-con is a useful daily advantage.
Pick the BMW 5 Series if you want autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance and more comprehensive cabin technology.
Pick the Jaguar XF if a larger 540-litre boot, 237 hp output and five-year warranty matter more than driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series RM340,800; Jaguar XF RM424,528.
- Output: BMW 5 Series 208 hp and 330 Nm; Jaguar XF 237 hp and 340 Nm.
- Acceleration: both reach 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW 5 Series 490 litres; Jaguar XF 540 litres.
- Top speed: BMW 5 Series 230 km/h; Jaguar XF 248 km/h.
- Standard warranty: BMW 5 Series two years with unlimited mileage; Jaguar XF five years/150,000 km.
5 Series
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and lane-keeping steering correction
- 14.9-inch curved display, 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio and head-up display
- 360-degree camera, six front and six rear parking sensors
- 29 hp and 10 Nm down on the Jaguar XF
- 490-litre boot is 50 litres smaller
- Two-year standard warranty is shorter than the Jaguar XF’s five-year cover
XF
- 237 hp, 340 Nm and 248 km/h top speed
- 540-litre boot and 2,960 mm wheelbase
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty with free scheduled maintenance for five years/80,000 km
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information or lane-keeping assist
- Rear occupants get vents rather than dual-zone automatic climate control
- No head-up display or 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM340,800✓ | RM424,528 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake and exhaust valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 208 hp | 237 hp✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | 8-Speed Electronic Automatic with Jaguar Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 179 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,954 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,987 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,960 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,590 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 74 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 8" InControl Touch with Jaguar Sound System (80W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/80,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
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.
Used 5 Series & XF for sale
5 Series vs XF FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series or Jaguar XF better?
The BMW 5 Series is the better choice for safety assistance and cabin technology, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane keeping and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Jaguar XF instead for its larger boot, higher output and longer standard warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XF costs RM83,728 more than the BMW 5 Series: RM424,528 versus RM340,800.
Which car has the larger boot?
The Jaguar XF has the larger boot at 540 litres, 50 litres more than the BMW 5 Series’ 490 litres. Both are five-seat, four-door executive sedans with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.