Verdict
At RM714,800, the BMW i7 costs RM105,800 more than the RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne, but it brings 536 hp, 745 Nm, a 625 km EV range and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Its RM1,015 annual road tax also undercuts the Cayenne’s RM1,632. The locally assembled Cayenne is the more practical choice for a Malaysian household: its 772-litre boot beats the i7’s 525 litres, and it is 585 kg lighter. Choose the i7 for electric long-distance capability and rear-seat kit; take the Cayenne for SUV utility and lower entry cost.
Pick the BMW i7 if you want a 625 km electric range, 4.7-second acceleration and power-adjustable rear seats with rear dual-zone climate control.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need a 772-litre SUV boot, five doors and a RM105,800 lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power and torque: BMW i7 has 536 hp and 745 Nm; Porsche Cayenne has 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.
- Kerb weight: BMW i7 2,715 kg; Porsche Cayenne 2,130 kg.
- Annual road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632.
i7
- 625 km EV range with 195 kW DC charging.
- 536 hp and 745 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds.
- Power-adjustable rear seats, rear dual-zone air-con and head-up display.
- RM105,800 more expensive than the Cayenne.
- 525-litre boot is 247 litres smaller than the Cayenne’s.
- At 2,715 kg, it is 585 kg heavier.
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot and five-door SUV body.
- RM105,800 cheaper and assembled in Malaysia.
- 2,130 kg kerb weight and 248 km/h top speed.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.7 seconds, one second behind the i7.
- No rear air-conditioning is listed, while the i7 has rear dual-zone climate control.
- No head-up display is listed, unlike the i7.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800 | RM609,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM1,632 |
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 driving, faster acceleration and rear-seat comfort, with 625 km range and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h. The Cayenne is better for carrying luggage, with a 772-litre boot versus 525 litres.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i7 costs RM105,800 more than the Porsche Cayenne.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The BMW i7 has lower annual road tax at RM1,015, compared with RM1,632 for the Porsche Cayenne; that is a RM617 yearly difference.