Verdict
The BMW i7 costs RM105,800 more at RM714,800, but brings 536 hp, 745 Nm and a quoted 625 km EV range, with 195 kW DC charging for buyers who can charge regularly. Its 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time also beats the Cayenne’s 5.7 seconds. The RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne makes the more practical case with a 772-litre boot, five doors and local CKD assembly, while its 348 hp petrol powertrain avoids charging planning. The i7 suits a chauffeur-led luxury brief; the Cayenne is the sensible all-rounder for carrying more luggage.
Pick the BMW i7 if you have dependable charging and want 625 km of quoted electric range, 536 hp and a longer 3,215 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you want a RM105,800 lower entry price, a 772-litre boot and petrol refuelling convenience.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power and torque: BMW i7 536 hp and 745 Nm; Porsche Cayenne 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW i7 4.7 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW i7 525 litres; Porsche Cayenne 772 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW i7 5,391 mm and 3,215 mm; Porsche Cayenne 4,930 mm and 2,895 mm.
- Annual road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632.
i7
- 536 hp and 745 Nm with 4.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 625 km quoted EV range, 11 kW AC and 195 kW DC charging.
- Power-adjustable rear seats, rear dual-zone air-con and head-up display.
- RM105,800 dearer than the Cayenne.
- 525-litre boot is 247 litres smaller than the Cayenne’s.
- At 2,715 kg, it is 585 kg heavier than the Cayenne.
Cayenne
- RM609,000 price and Malaysian CKD assembly.
- 772-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 248 km/h top speed, 8 km/h higher than the i7.
- Its 348 hp, 500 Nm and 5.7-second sprint trail the i7’s 536 hp, 745 Nm and 4.7 seconds.
- RM1,632 annual road tax is RM617 higher than the i7’s.
- No rear air-conditioning or head-up display is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800 | RM609,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| 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 | 2,715 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | 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 | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | 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 | 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 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 Shade, 1x Rear Shade | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker 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 Start | 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 |
| 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 | — |
| 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 FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Porsche Cayenne better?
The i7 is better for electric performance, with 536 hp, 745 Nm and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The Cayenne is better for luggage and lower purchase cost, with a 772-litre boot and RM609,000 price.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i7 costs RM714,800 and the Porsche Cayenne costs RM609,000, so the i7 carries a RM105,800 premium.
Which has the larger boot?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres, versus 525 litres in the BMW i7. That is a 247-litre advantage, and the Cayenne also gets 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.