Verdict
The BMW 5 Series costs RM101,912 more at RM340,800, but brings executive-sedan space: its 2,900 mm wheelbase, 490-litre boot and 208 hp/330 Nm turbo mild-hybrid powertrain make the 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time credible. The Lexus LBX is the easier city-sized choice at 4,190 mm long, with five doors, a 36-litre tank and a 5.6-second slower sprint. It also gets eight airbags and a five-year warranty, against the BMW’s six airbags and two-year cover. Choose by space and pace, not badge alone.
Pick the BMW 5 Series if you need a 490-litre boot, rear-wheel drive and 208 hp performance for regular long-distance use.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want a much smaller five-door SUV with lower annual road tax, eight airbags and five-year warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series RM340,800; Lexus LBX RM238,888.
- Performance: BMW 5 Series 208 hp, 330 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; Lexus LBX 90 hp, 120 Nm and 9.6 seconds.
- Size: BMW 5 Series is 5,060 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase; Lexus LBX is 4,190 mm long with a 2,580 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BMW 5 Series 490 litres; Lexus LBX 315 litres.
- Road tax: BMW 5 Series RM379 per year; Lexus LBX RM120 per year.
- Warranty: BMW 5 Series has a two-year manufacturer warranty; Lexus LBX has a five-year manufacturer warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage hybrid-battery…
5 Series
- 208 hp and 330 Nm, with 7.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 490-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 19-inch wheels, 360-degree camera, head-up display and adaptive high beam.
- RM101,912 more expensive and RM259 costlier in annual road tax.
- Six airbags versus the Lexus LBX’s eight.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
LBX
- Smaller 4,190 mm five-door SUV body is 870 mm shorter than the BMW.
- Eight airbags and an eight-year unlimited-mileage hybrid-battery warranty.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and RM120 annual road tax.
- 90 hp and 120 Nm trail the BMW’s 208 hp and 330 Nm, with a 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 315-litre boot is 175 litres smaller.
- Rear air-conditioning is limited to vents, where the BMW has dual-zone rear climate control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM340,800 | RM238,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 208 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 93 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 185 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | E-CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,190 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer 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 | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 Start |
| 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery |
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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5 Series vs LBX FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series or Lexus LBX better?
The BMW 5 Series is better for outright performance, rear-seat dimensions and luggage capacity, with 208 hp, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and 490-litre boot. The Lexus LBX suits buyers prioritising a compact SUV footprint, eight airbags and longer warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 5 Series costs RM101,912 more than the Lexus LBX: RM340,800 versus RM238,888.
Which one is quicker?
The BMW 5 Series is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds versus 9.6 seconds for the Lexus LBX. Its 208 hp and 330 Nm also exceed the Lexus petrol engine’s 90 hp and 120 Nm.
