Verdict
At RM714,800, the BMW i7 costs RM664,200 less than the RM1,379,000 Lexus LC, while its annual road tax is RM1,015 against RM10,991. It is the practical luxury choice too: five seats, four doors and a 525-litre boot versus the LC’s four seats, two doors and 197 litres. The i7’s twin motors produce 536 hp and 745 Nm, with 625 km of claimed range and 195 kW DC charging. The LC fights back with a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 270 km/h top speed, but it is a much more expensive, less accommodating coupe.
Pick the BMW i7 if you want the RM714,800 electric luxury car with five seats, a 525-litre boot and 625 km of stated range.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want the faster 4.4-second, 270 km/h rear-wheel-drive petrol coupe and accept its RM1,379,000 price and RM10,991 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Lexus LC RM1,379,000.
- Annual road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015; Lexus LC RM10,991.
- Powertrain output: BMW i7 twin motors make 536 hp and 745 Nm; Lexus LC 4.969-litre V8 makes 470 hp and 540 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: BMW i7 4.7 seconds and 240 km/h; Lexus LC 4.4 seconds and 270 km/h.
- Accommodation: BMW i7 has 5 seats, 4 doors and a 525-litre boot; Lexus LC has 4 seats, 2 doors and a 197-litre boot.
- Dimensions and weight: BMW i7 is 5,391 mm long and 2,715 kg; Lexus LC is 4,770 mm long and 1,965 kg.
i7
- RM664,200 cheaper to buy.
- 625 km stated EV range with 195 kW DC charging.
- Five seats and a 525-litre boot.
- Slower to 100 km/h: 4.7 seconds versus 4.4 seconds.
- Lower top speed: 240 km/h versus 270 km/h.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
LC
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 270 km/h top speed.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and 5-year/100,000 km free service.
- RM664,200 more expensive to buy.
- Annual road tax is RM10,991 versus RM1,015.
- Four seats and a 197-litre boot versus five seats and 525 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800✓ | RM1,379,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM10,991 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 4,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 470 hp |
| Torque | — | 540 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 536 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 625 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 195 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 270 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 267 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,770 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,345 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | 1,965 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 82 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 197 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge 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 |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | 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 | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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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i7 vs LC FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Lexus LC better?
The BMW i7 is the better choice for price, passenger capacity and luggage space, costing RM664,200 less with five seats and a 525-litre boot. Choose the Lexus LC only if its quicker 4.4-second sprint and 270 km/h top speed matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM664,200 more than the BMW i7: RM1,379,000 versus RM714,800. Its annual road tax is also RM9,976 higher, at RM10,991 compared with RM1,015.
Which car is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The BMW i7 is far more practical on its numbers, with four doors, five seats and a 525-litre boot. The Lexus LC is a two-door four-seater with a 197-litre boot.