Verdict
At RM714,800, the BMW i7 costs RM15,800 more than the RM699,000 Porsche Cayenne Electric. The i7 is the faster long-wheelbase limousine, with 536 hp, 745 Nm and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 3,215 mm between its axles and powered rear seats. The Cayenne Electric counters as the more practical five-door SUV: its 781-litre boot beats the BMW’s 525 litres, range rises from 625 km to 642 km, and 390 kW DC charging is double the i7’s 195 kW. For Malaysian family travel, the Porsche’s charging and luggage edge matters more.
Pick the BMW i7 if you want the quicker 536-hp sedan, a 3,215-mm wheelbase and powered rear seats.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Electric if you need a 781-litre boot, 642 km range and 390 kW DC charging for RM15,800 less.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Porsche Cayenne Electric RM699,000.
- Motor output: BMW i7 536 hp and 745 Nm; Porsche Cayenne Electric 436 hp and 835 Nm.
- Performance: BMW i7 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and 240 km/h; Porsche Cayenne Electric 4.8 seconds and 230 km/h.
- Range and DC charging: BMW i7 625 km and 195 kW; Porsche Cayenne Electric 642 km and 390 kW.
- Boot space: BMW i7 525 litres; Porsche Cayenne Electric 781 litres.
- Road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015 per year; Porsche Cayenne Electric RM665 per year.
i7
- 536 hp and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Longer 3,215-mm wheelbase with powered rear seats.
- Adaptive air suspension, all-wheel steering and a surround-view camera.
- 195 kW DC charging is half the Porsche’s 390 kW.
- 525-litre boot trails the Porsche’s 781 litres.
- RM1,015 annual road tax is RM350 higher.
Cayenne Electric
- 642 km range and 390 kW DC charging.
- 781-litre boot in a five-door SUV body.
- 835 Nm of motor torque and RM665 annual road tax.
- 436 hp is 100 hp down on the BMW.
- 0-100 km/h takes 4.8 seconds, 0.1 seconds behind the BMW.
- 230 km/h top speed is 10 km/h lower than the BMW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800 | RM699,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015 | RM665✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 536 hp✓ | 436 hp |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm | 835 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 113 kWh |
| EV Range | 625 km | 642 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 195 kW | 390 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 4.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,985 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,674 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 3,023 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 781 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Slovakia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Front Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | — |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | — |
| Taillamps | LED combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | — |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | — |
| Cup Holders | 4 | — |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
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 Cayenne Electric FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Porsche Cayenne Electric better?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric is the better fit for luggage capacity, range and rapid DC charging. Choose the BMW i7 for stronger power, slightly quicker acceleration and its longer-wheelbase sedan layout.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric is RM15,800 cheaper than the BMW i7.
Which charges faster, the BMW i7 or Porsche Cayenne Electric?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric charges faster on DC power, at 390 kW versus 195 kW for the BMW i7. Both have 11 kW AC charging.