Car Buyer's Guide

BMW X5 vs Volkswagen Touareg

BMW X5

BMW X5

Verdict

The BMW X5 asks RM85,828 more, but its 540 Nm hybrid-assisted drivetrain cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 5.4 seconds against the Touareg’s 6.0 seconds. The Volkswagen counters with 335 hp, an 810-litre boot and a five-year manufacturer warranty, where the BMW has 308 hp, 650 litres and two years. For Malaysian family use, the Touareg’s extra 160 litres and night vision make a strong case; choose the X5 if its quicker response, head-up display and panoramic sunroof matter more. Annual road tax is virtually identical at RM1,637 versus RM1,632.

X5

Pick the BMW X5 if you want 540 Nm, a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time, adaptive dampers, a head-up display and a panoramic sunroof.

Touareg

Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you prioritise an 810-litre boot, 335 hp, night vision and a five-year manufacturer warranty.

Key differences

  • Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
  • Performance: BMW X5 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Volkswagen Touareg in 6.0 seconds.
  • Torque and power: BMW X5 540 Nm and 308 hp; Volkswagen Touareg 450 Nm and 335 hp.
  • Boot space: BMW X5 650 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
  • Warranty: BMW X5 two-year manufacturer warranty; Volkswagen Touareg five-year manufacturer warranty.
  • Roof equipment: BMW X5 panoramic sliding sunroof; Volkswagen Touareg no sunroof.

X5

  • 540 Nm and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
  • Head-up display, auto parking and panoramic sliding sunroof.
  • Adaptive dampers with air suspension and 21-inch wheels.
  • RM85,828 dearer.
  • 650-litre boot is 160 litres smaller.
  • Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.

Touareg

  • 810-litre boot and 90-litre fuel tank.
  • 335 hp, night vision and HD Matrix LED headlamps.
  • Five-year manufacturer warranty.
  • Takes 6.0 seconds to reach 100 km/h versus 5.4 seconds.
  • 450 Nm trails the X5 by 90 Nm.
  • No head-up display, auto parking or sunroof.
Price & overview
PriceRM470,800RM384,972
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM1,637RM1,632
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift
Capacity2,998 cc2,995 cc
Horsepower308 hp335 hp
Torque540 Nm450 Nm
FuelPetrol Hybrid/REVPetrol
Bore82 mm84.5 mm
Compression Ratio1110.8
Number of Motors1
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticConventional Automatic
Transmission NameEight-speed Steptronic8-speed Automatic
Gears88
Transmission ManufacturerZF
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5.4 seconds6 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h250 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,935 mm4,878 mm
Width2,004 mm1,984 mm
Height1,765 mm1,702 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm2,984 mm
Weight2,240 kg
Fuel Tank83 litres90 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space650 litres810 litres
Front Tyre275/40R21285/45R20
Rear Tyre315/35R21285/45R20
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flatsBridgestone Alenza 001
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbones with Air SuspensionMulti-link with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionMulti-link with Air SuspensionMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels20" Braga Alloys
Rear Wheels21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels20" Braga Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAir Suspension with Adaptive DampersAir Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsElectronic for rear doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable for two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Night VisionYes
Lighting
HeadlampsAdaptive LED headlights with Auto High BeamHD Matrix LED Headlights
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED with Sequential Indicators
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered Seats12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding40:20:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Sliding Sunroof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePowered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window ShadesManual rear window blinds
Audio14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W)15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts)
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationContactless Opening, Powered BootContactless Opening, Powered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree View MonitorYes, with 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years5 years
Warranty Extended5 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.

X5 vs Touareg FAQ

Is the BMW X5 or Volkswagen Touareg better?

The Touareg is the stronger practical buy with its 810-litre boot, night vision and five-year warranty. The X5 is better for performance, reaching 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds with 540 Nm, plus it gets a head-up display and auto parking.

What is the price difference?

The BMW X5 costs RM85,828 more than the Volkswagen Touareg: RM470,800 versus RM384,972.

Which has the better warranty and luggage space?

The Volkswagen Touareg does. Its manufacturer warranty lasts five years against the BMW X5’s two years, and its 810-litre boot exceeds the X5’s 650 litres by 160 litres.

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