Verdict
The BMW X6 costs RM735,800, undercutting the Lexus LM by RM492,200, and brings 335 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 5.4 seconds. It is the driver’s choice, with adaptive M suspension and a 580-litre boot. The LM’s case is different: its 5,125-mm body carries seven seats, power-folding rear rows, power sliding doors and a five-year warranty. For a Malaysian buyer carrying people rather than pursuing pace, the Lexus justifies closer inspection; its 110-litre boot behind all rows is a real limitation.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you want 335 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 580-litre boot for far less money.
LM
Pick the Lexus LM if seven seats, power sliding doors, Lexus Climate Concierge and a five-year warranty matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; Lexus LM RM1,228,000.
- Power and torque: BMW X6 335 hp and 450 Nm; Lexus LM 188 hp and 236 Nm.
- Driveline: BMW X6 all-wheel drive; Lexus LM front-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot space: BMW X6 five seats and 580 litres; Lexus LM seven seats and 110 litres.
- Dimensions: BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long with a 2,975-mm wheelbase; Lexus LM is 5,125 mm long with a 3,000-mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: BMW X6 has two years manufacturer warranty plus five years extended warranty; Lexus LM has five years manufacturer warranty.
X6
- 335 hp and 450 Nm with a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h claim.
- All-wheel drive, adaptive M suspension and 22-inch wheels.
- 580-litre boot and 18-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
- Only five seats against the LM’s seven.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the LM’s five years.
- Conventional rear doors lack the LM’s power sliding, soft-close arrangement.
LM
- Seven seats with power-folding last-row seats.
- Power sliding doors with soft-close and contactless power boot opening.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
- RM492,200 more expensive than the X6.
- 188 hp and 236 Nm trail the X6’s 335 hp and 450 Nm.
- 110-litre boot is far smaller than the X6’s 580 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800✓ | RM1,228,000 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM835✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 236 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 180 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | E-CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,955 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 110 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Primacy SUV+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | 18-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with Power Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Rear Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Powered rear sun shade and rear door window shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 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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X6 vs LM FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Lexus LM better?
The BMW X6 is better for performance and luggage space, with 335 hp, all-wheel drive and a 580-litre boot. The Lexus LM is better for carrying people, providing seven seats, power sliding doors and a five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LM costs RM492,200 more than the BMW X6: RM1,228,000 versus RM735,800.
Which has the better warranty?
The Lexus LM has the longer standard cover at five years with unlimited mileage. The BMW X6 has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, plus a five-year extended warranty.