Verdict
At RM685,800, the BMW 7 Series undercuts the RM1,188,000 Lexus LS by RM502,200 while getting a 489 PS/700 Nm plug-in hybrid system, 87 km of EV range and a claimed 1.0 L/100 km. Its 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time narrowly beats the Lexus’s 5.0 seconds despite the LS’s stronger 415 hp and 600 Nm petrol V6. The BMW is also 156 mm longer with a 90 mm longer wheelbase and a 525-litre boot. The Lexus answers with 10 airbags and far more elaborate seat adjustment.
The LS LS 500 Executive (Kiriko) (RM1,468,000) sits above every 7 Series variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the BMW 7 Series if RM502,200 saved, 87 km electric range, all-wheel drive and a larger 525-litre boot matter most.
Pick the Lexus LS if you want 10 airbags, 28-way front seats and 18-way rear seats with heating, ventilation and massage.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 7 Series RM685,800; Lexus LS RM1,188,000.
- Powertrain: BMW 489 PS/700 Nm plug-in hybrid with one motor; Lexus 415 hp/600 Nm 3.4-litre twin-turbo petrol V6.
- Efficiency: BMW 1.0 L/100 km and 87 km EV range; Lexus 9.5 L/100 km with no EV range.
- Driveline: BMW all-wheel drive; Lexus rear-wheel drive.
- Size and boot: BMW 5,391 mm long with 525 litres; Lexus 5,235 mm long with 480 litres.
- Safety and seating: BMW 7 airbags and power-adjustable rear seats; Lexus 10 airbags and 18-way heated, ventilated rear seats.
7 Series
- 87 km EV range from an 18.7 kWh battery
- RM502,200 less expensive
- 525-litre boot and all-wheel drive
- 7 airbags versus the Lexus LS’s 10
- Rear seats are less extensively specified than the LS’s 18-way heated and ventilated units
- 3,125 mm wheelbase of the Lexus LS is 90 mm longer
LS
- 28-way heated, ventilated and massaging front seats
- 10 airbags
- 415 hp and 600 Nm from its twin-turbo V6
- Costs RM502,200 more
- Rated at 9.5 L/100 km versus 1.0 L/100 km for the BMW
- No EV range, while the BMW covers 87 km electrically
What the 7 Series has over the LS
What the LS has over the 7 Series
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 7 Series's wheelbase is 90 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The 7 Series is 50 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the 7 Series: 525 litres against 480.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM685,800✓ | RM1,188,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,125✓ | RM4,133 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM7,000/mo✓ | RM12,130/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM18,177✓ | RM31,266 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM398✓ | RM3,781 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM1.99✓ | RM18.91 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM103,502✓ | RM195,899 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, combined output 489 PS/700 Nm | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm | 415 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 600 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 85.5 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.476 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 194 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.7 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 87 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Automatic | 10-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 1.0 L/100 km✓ | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 22 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 5,235 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 82 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 480 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/45RF20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 245/45RF20 |
| Spare Tyre | Repair kit | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Driving Assistant Plus: Front Collision Warning, Lane Change Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Rear Collision Prevention, Exit Warning, Speed Limit Info with Automatic Speed Limit Assist; tyre pressure monitoring | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) with Auto Brake and Rear Pedestrian Detection with Auto Brake |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment | 28-way Power Adjustable Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation and Massage |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | 18-way Power Adjustable Seats with Centre Armrest, Rear Touchscreen, Heating and Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | 4-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | 2x side sunshades, 1x rear sunshade | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Live Cockpit Professional system | 12.3" Display with Lexus Remote Touch Controller, Navigation, USB, Bluetooth, WiFi and Pioneer 12-speaker 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Plus with Reversing Assistant | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Soft close function, all doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Parking Assistant Plus (Reversing Assistant, Surround View, Remote 3D View, Lateral Parking Aid); wireless charging tray; 4-zone automatic climate control; Executive Lounge Seating with rear massage; ventilated and heated front and rear seats; BMW Theatre Screen 31.3-inch 8K rear entertainment with HDMI; Bowers and Wilkins 18-speaker surround sound; Comfort Access; Mode 2 flexible charger and Mode 3 charging cable supplied | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Price includes 5-year extended warranty and service package | — |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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7 Series vs LS FAQ
Is the BMW 7 Series or Lexus LS better?
The BMW 7 Series is the stronger buy on price, claimed efficiency, EV range, boot capacity and 4.9-second acceleration. Choose the Lexus LS for its 10 airbags and much more fully featured front and rear seating.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LS costs RM502,200 more than the BMW 7 Series. That is a substantial premium for the LS’s richer seat specification, 10 airbags and 415 hp twin-turbo V6.
Can the BMW 7 Series be driven on electric power?
Yes. The BMW 7 Series has one 194 hp, 280 Nm electric motor, an 18.7 kWh battery and a claimed 87 km EV range. The Lexus LS is a petrol model with no electric-only range.
Which one is locally assembled?
The 7 Series is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the LS is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The LS carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the 7 Series. 7 Series: Price includes 5-year extended warranty and service package.