Verdict
At RM714,800, the BMW i7 costs RM664,200 less than the RM1,379,000 Lexus LC, yet carries five people, four doors and a 525-litre boot against the LC’s four seats, two doors and 197 litres. Its two motors produce 536 hp and 745 Nm, with 625 km of EV range and 195 kW DC charging. The LC is the sharper straight-line choice at 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h and 270 km/h, but its 4,969 cc V8 brings RM10,991 annual road tax versus RM1,015 for the i7. For Malaysian buyers, the BMW is the far more usable luxury car.
Pick the BMW i7 if you want five-seat luxury, a 525-litre boot, 625 km EV range and far lower RM1,015 annual road tax.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want a two-door V8 coupe with 4.4-second 0-100 km/h pace and a 270 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; Lexus LC RM1,379,000.
- Power and torque: BMW i7 536 hp and 745 Nm; Lexus LC 470 hp and 540 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: BMW i7 4.7 seconds and 240 km/h; Lexus LC 4.4 seconds and 270 km/h.
- Seats and doors: BMW i7 five seats and four doors; Lexus LC four seats and two doors.
- Boot space: BMW i7 525 litres; Lexus LC 197 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015; Lexus LC RM10,991.
i7
- RM664,200 less expensive
- 625 km EV range and 195 kW DC charging
- Five seats, four doors and 525-litre boot
- 0.3 seconds slower to 100 km/h
- 30 km/h lower top speed
- Heavier at 2,715 kg versus 1,965 kg
LC
- 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- 270 km/h top speed
- 470 hp naturally aspirated 4,969 cc V8
- Costs RM664,200 more
- RM9,976 higher annual road tax
- Only four seats and a 197-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800✓ | RM1,379,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015✓ | RM10,991 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 4,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm |
| Torque | — | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V 8 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 94 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 536 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 625 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 195 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 270 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 267 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,770 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,345 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | 1,965 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 82 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 197 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 21" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| 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/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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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i7 vs LC FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or Lexus LC better?
The BMW i7 is better for most Malaysian luxury buyers: it is far cheaper, seats five, has a 525-litre boot and carries RM1,015 annual road tax. The Lexus LC is better only if a V8 two-door coupe and its 4.4-second sprint matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM664,200 more than the BMW i7.
Which is faster, the BMW i7 or Lexus LC?
The Lexus LC is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds versus 4.7 seconds for the BMW i7. Its 270 km/h top speed also exceeds the i7’s 240 km/h.
