Verdict
The BMW X7 costs RM3,000 less yet brings seven seats, 375 hp and 520 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds. Its 3,105 mm wheelbase and air suspension suit buyers who regularly carry people, although its 326-litre boot is tight with all rows in use. The Velar is the more compact five-seater choice, with a far larger 673-litre boot, 7.6 L/100 km rated economy and RM439 annual road tax against the X7’s RM1,637. But the BMW’s extra safety and parking assistance make it the more complete family SUV on paper.
Pick the BMW X7 if you need seven seats, much stronger 375 hp/520 Nm performance and active cruise control with stop-and-go.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if five seats suffice and you want a 673-litre boot, lower 7.6 L/100 km rated consumption and substantially cheaper annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X7 RM635,800; Land Rover Range Rover Velar RM638,800.
- Output: BMW X7 375 hp and 520 Nm; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 247 hp and 365 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X7 5.8 seconds; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 6.7 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: BMW X7 7 seats and 326 litres; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 5 seats and 673 litres.
- Rated economy and annual road tax: BMW X7 9.5 L/100 km and RM1,637; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 7.6 L/100 km and RM439.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW X7 5,151 mm and 3,105 mm; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 4,803 mm and 2,874 mm.
X7
- Seven seats with ISOFIX also on third-row seats.
- 375 hp, 520 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Air suspension, surround-view camera and auto parking.
- 326-litre boot is 347 litres smaller than the Velar’s.
- Rated consumption is 9.5 L/100 km versus 7.6 L/100 km.
- Annual road tax is RM1,637 versus RM439.
Range Rover Velar
- 673-litre boot despite its shorter 4,803 mm body.
- 7.6 L/100 km rated economy and RM439 annual road tax.
- Five-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance.
- 247 hp and 365 Nm trail the X7’s 375 hp and 520 Nm.
- Only five seats, against the X7’s seven.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or auto parking.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM635,800✓ | RM638,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 375 hp✓ | 247 hp |
| Torque | 520 Nm✓ | 365 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 0.96 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic | ZF 8HP45 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds✓ | 6.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.5 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 217 km/h |
| Co2 | 217 g/km | 173 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,151 mm | 4,803 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 2,145 mm |
| Height | 1,805 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm | 2,874 mm |
| Weight | 2,320 kg | 1,804 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres | 673 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R22 | 265/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Executive Drive Pro (Active Roll Stabilisation) | Adaptive Dynamics, Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, Terrain Response |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, 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 | Electric for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats and Third Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Automatic Braking | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive Laser Projectors with High Beam Assist | Matrix LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | 10-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Middle Row 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Third Row 50:50 Split Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide, Sky Lounge with 6 Colours | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, iDrive Touch Controller, 16-speaker 600W Harman Kardon Sound System | 10" InControl Navigation Pro, Touch Pro Duo, 17-speaker 825W Meridian sound system |
| 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 | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane Keeping Assistant and Stop & Go Function | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot, Contactless Opening | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | No |
| 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✓ | 65,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
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.
Used X7 & Range Rover Velar for sale
X7 vs Range Rover Velar FAQ
Is the BMW X7 or Land Rover Range Rover Velar better?
The BMW X7 is better for seven occupants, performance and driver assistance, with 375 hp, 5.8-second acceleration, autonomous braking and auto parking. The Velar is better if five seats are enough and boot space, fuel economy and lower road tax matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X7 is RM3,000 cheaper: RM635,800 versus RM638,800 for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Which has the better warranty and maintenance coverage?
The Velar has a five-year, 65,000-km warranty with free scheduled maintenance. The X7 has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty and a three-year unlimited-mileage extended warranty.