Verdict
At RM714,800, the i7 costs RM585,200 less than the RM1.3 million Panamera, yet gets 536 hp, 745 Nm and a claimed 625 km EV range. Its 4.7-second century sprint, 525-litre boot and 3,215-mm wheelbase make it the more practical electric limousine on these figures. The Porsche counters with a 272-km/h top speed, a 735-kg lower kerb weight and heated, ventilated front seats, but its 348-hp petrol powertrain reaches 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the BMW is the clearer pick; choose the Porsche for its petrol GT format and higher maximum speed.
Pick the BMW i7 if you want the RM585,200 saving, 625 km claimed electric range and quicker 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Porsche Panamera if you want a 272-km/h petrol grand tourer with five doors and heated, ventilated front seats.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Porsche Panamera RM1,300,000.
- Powertrain: i7 has two motors producing 536 hp and 745 Nm with 625 km range; Panamera has a 2,894 cc twin-turbo petrol engine with 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- Performance: i7 does 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and reaches 240 km/h; Panamera does 5.1 seconds and reaches 272 km/h.
- Dimensions: i7 is 5,391 mm long with a 3,215 mm wheelbase; Panamera is 5,052 mm long with a 2,950 mm wheelbase.
- Weight: i7 weighs 2,715 kg; Panamera weighs 1,980 kg.
- Boot space: i7 has 525 litres; Panamera has 494 litres.
i7
- 625 km claimed EV range with 11 kW AC and 195 kW DC charging
- Quicker 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 525-litre boot and power-adjustable rear seats
- 240 km/h top speed versus the Panamera's 272 km/h
- 2,715 kg kerb weight versus 1,980 kg
- No ISOFIX fitment is listed, while the Panamera has two outer rear ISOFIX positions
Panamera
- 272 km/h top speed
- 1,980 kg kerb weight, 735 kg below the i7
- Heated and ventilated front seats, plus five doors
- Costs RM585,200 more than the i7
- Slower 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 494-litre boot is 31 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800✓ | RM1,300,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM1,865 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,894 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | PDK |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 5.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 5,052 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,937 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 494 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones 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 | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | Porsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 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 | Electric 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 | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot; 2 USB-C Ports Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | Side Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push 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 Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 Panamera FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Porsche Panamera better?
The BMW i7 is the better choice for most buyers who can charge at home or work: it is far cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h and has 625 km claimed range. Choose the Panamera for petrol power, five doors and its 272 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Panamera costs RM585,200 more than the BMW i7: RM1,300,000 versus RM714,800.
Which one can be driven on electric power?
Only the BMW i7 is electric. Its two motors produce 536 hp and 745 Nm, while its stated range is 625 km; it accepts AC charging at 11 kW and DC charging at up to 195 kW. The Panamera uses a 2,894 cc petrol engine.