Verdict
At RM677,800, the BMW 7 Series is RM252,000 above the RM425,800 BMW iX, and it feels aimed at the chauffeured buyer: 3,215 mm wheelbase, power-adjustable rear seats, side and rear sunshades, 525-litre boot. The iX is the smarter electric tool, with 692 km EV range against 87 km, 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging versus 7.4 kW AC and no DC figure. The 7 Series is marginally quicker at 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h, but road tax is RM2,125 against RM545.
Pick the BMW 7 Series if you want the longer, more rear-seat focused luxury sedan with power-adjustable rear seats, sunshades, a 525-litre boot and 250 km/h top speed.
Pick the BMW iX if you want the cheaper fully electric SUV with 692 km range, much faster charging support and lower RM545 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 7 Series RM677,800; BMW iX RM425,800
- EV range: BMW 7 Series 87 km; BMW iX 692 km
- Charging: BMW 7 Series 7.4 kW AC and no DC figure; BMW iX 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC CCS
- Performance: BMW 7 Series 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 250 km/h top speed; BMW iX 5.1 seconds and 200 km/h
- Size: BMW 7 Series 5,391 mm long with 3,215 mm wheelbase; BMW iX 4,965 mm long with 3,000 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: BMW 7 Series 525 litres; BMW iX 500 litres
7 Series
- Longer wheelbase: 3,215 mm versus 3,000 mm
- Quicker to 100 km/h: 4.9 seconds versus 5.1 seconds
- Power-adjustable rear seats and rear sunshade listed
- Costs RM252,000 more
- Much shorter electric range: 87 km versus 692 km
- Higher annual road tax: RM2,125 versus RM545
iX
- Much longer electric range: 692 km versus 87 km
- Faster charging hardware: 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC CCS
- Lower annual road tax: RM545 versus RM2,125
- Slightly slower to 100 km/h: 5.1 seconds versus 4.9 seconds
- Lower top speed: 200 km/h versus 250 km/h
- Less rear-seat luxury on paper: 60:40 split-folding rear seats versus power-adjustable rear seats
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 677,800 | RM 425,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 194 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | 700 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 18.7 kWh | 100.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 87 km | 692 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 5.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Co2 | 22 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,965 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,970 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,525 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | — | 255/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | — | 255/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | No | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero E |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | — | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys |
| Front Brakes | — | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | — | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | 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 |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | 2x side sunshades, 1x rear sunshade | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Live Cockpit Professional system | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 2,125 | RM 545✓ |
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.
7 Series vs iX FAQ
Is the BMW 7 Series or BMW iX better?
The BMW iX is better for electric use and cost control, with 692 km range, faster charging and RM545 road tax. The BMW 7 Series is better if rear-seat luxury and sedan comfort are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 7 Series costs RM677,800, while the BMW iX costs RM425,800. That makes the 7 Series RM252,000 more expensive.
Which has better electric range and charging?
The BMW iX is far stronger here: 692 km range, 22 kW AC charging and 175 kW DC CCS charging. The BMW 7 Series has 87 km EV range, 7.4 kW AC charging and no DC charging figure listed.