Verdict
At RM685,800, the BMW 7 Series costs RM76,800 more than the RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne, but it brings an 18.7-kWh battery, 87 km EV range and a quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The Cayenne counters with 772 litres of boot space, 247 litres more than the BMW, plus five doors. For Malaysian buyers who can charge at home or work, the BMW’s plug-in capability and RM2,125 annual road tax make sense only if its electric running is used; the Cayenne’s road tax is RM1,632.
Pick the BMW 7 Series if you want 87 km of electric range, a 3,215-mm wheelbase and powered rear-seat adjustment in a luxury sedan.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need an SUV with a 772-litre boot, five doors and a lower annual road tax bill.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 7 Series RM685,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Powertrain: BMW 7 Series has a 194-hp, 280-Nm motor and 18.7-kWh battery; Porsche Cayenne has no electric motor or battery.
- EV range: BMW 7 Series 87 km; Porsche Cayenne no EV range.
- Performance: BMW 7 Series reaches 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds; Porsche Cayenne takes 5.7 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW 7 Series 525 litres; Porsche Cayenne 772 litres.
- Dimensions: BMW 7 Series is 5,391 mm long and 1,950 mm wide; Porsche Cayenne is 4,930 mm long and 2,194 mm wide.
7 Series
- 87 km EV range from an 18.7-kWh battery
- Quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Powered rear seats, rear climate control and head-up display
- RM76,800 higher purchase price
- 525-litre boot is 247 litres smaller
- Higher RM2,125 annual road tax
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot and five-door body
- 348 hp and 500 Nm from its 2,995-cc petrol engine
- Lower RM1,632 annual road tax and four-year warranty
- No electric motor, battery or EV range
- Slower 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- No rear air-conditioning listed, while the BMW has dual-zone rear climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM685,800 | RM609,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,125 | RM1,632✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | 348 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.5 |
| 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 | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 248 km/h |
| Co2 | 22 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | — | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | — | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | No | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| 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 | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front 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 | — | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| 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 sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Live Cockpit Professional system | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Push Start 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 with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
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.
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7 Series vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the BMW 7 Series or Porsche Cayenne better?
The BMW 7 Series is the better choice for electric commuting and rear-seat luxury, with 87 km EV range and powered rear seats. The Porsche Cayenne is better for cargo carrying, with 772 litres of boot space versus 525 litres.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 7 Series is RM76,800 more expensive than the Porsche Cayenne: RM685,800 versus RM609,000.
Can the BMW 7 Series be driven on electric power?
Yes. The BMW 7 Series plug-in hybrid has a 194-hp electric motor, an 18.7-kWh battery and a quoted EV range of 87 km. Its AC charging rate is 7.4 kW.