Verdict
At RM470,800, the BMW X5 is RM165,000 cheaper yet reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, 0.4 seconds ahead of the RM635,800 BMW X7, thanks to 540 Nm against 520 Nm. The X7 answers with seven seats, a 3,105-mm wheelbase and 375 hp, while the X5 is a five-seater with a far larger 650-litre boot versus 326 litres. For Malaysian families who genuinely use a third row, the X7’s extra space and equipment are tangible; for five occupants and luggage, the X5 is the sharper financial call.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if you need five seats, a 650-litre boot and quicker 5.4-second acceleration without paying RM165,000 more.
X7
Pick the BMW X7 if seven seats, a 130-mm longer wheelbase and its more generous rear-cabin equipment matter more than boot volume or price.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; BMW X7 RM635,800.
- Seating and boot space: BMW X5 5 seats and 650 litres; BMW X7 7 seats and 326 litres.
- Performance: BMW X5 308 hp, 540 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; BMW X7 375 hp, 520 Nm and 5.8 seconds.
- Dimensions: BMW X5 is 4,935 mm long with a 2,975-mm wheelbase; BMW X7 is 5,151 mm long with a 3,105-mm wheelbase.
- Wheels: BMW X5 gets 21-inch alloys with 275/40R21 front and 315/35R21 rear tyres; BMW X7 gets 22-inch alloys with 275/40R22 front and 315/35R22 rear tyres.
- Rear climate control: BMW X5 has dual-zone automatic climate control; BMW X7 has triple-zone automatic climate control.
X5
- RM165,000 less expensive.
- 650-litre boot, 324 litres larger.
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time and 20 Nm more torque.
- Only five seats versus the X7’s seven.
- Shorter 2,975-mm wheelbase versus 3,105 mm.
- Lacks the X7’s ventilated front seats, soft-close doors and triple-zone rear climate control.
X7
- Seven seats with third-row ISOFIX.
- 375 hp and a 3,105-mm wheelbase.
- Gets ventilated front seats, soft-close doors and triple-zone climate control.
- RM165,000 more expensive.
- 326-litre boot is 324 litres smaller.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.8 seconds, versus 5.4 seconds for the X5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800✓ | RM635,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | 375 hp✓ |
| Torque | 540 Nm✓ | 520 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 12 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.96 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 5.8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 217 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 5,151 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,105 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,320 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres✓ | 326 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 315/35R22 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | Executive Drive Pro (Active Roll Stabilisation) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats and Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Automatic Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | Adaptive Laser Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Adjustable Middle Row 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Third Row 50:50 Split Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide, Sky Lounge with 6 Colours |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, iDrive Touch Controller, 16-speaker 600W Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane Keeping Assistant and Stop & Go Function |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft Close Function, All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Wireless Qi Charger, BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service, BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 5 years |
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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X5 vs X7 FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or BMW X7 better?
The X5 is better for five people carrying luggage: it costs RM165,000 less, has a 650-litre boot and does 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. Choose the X7 if seven seats and its 3,105-mm wheelbase are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X7 costs RM635,800 and the BMW X5 costs RM470,800, so the difference is RM165,000.
Which has more luggage space, the BMW X5 or BMW X7?
The BMW X5 has the larger quoted boot at 650 litres. The BMW X7 has 326 litres, a 324-litre deficit, but adds two seats for a seven-seat layout.