Verdict
At RM470,800 against the Porsche Cayenne’s RM609,000, the BMW X5 saves a Malaysian buyer RM138,200 while reaching 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, 0.3 seconds ahead of the Porsche. Its 540 Nm also beats the Cayenne’s 500 Nm, and it brings rear dual-zone air-con, a panoramic sunroof and head-up display. The Cayenne counters with 348 hp, a much larger 772-litre boot and a four-year warranty. Pick it if luggage space and longer factory cover matter more than the substantial saving.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if you want the lower RM470,800 entry price, quicker 5.4-second sprint and more standard cabin convenience features.
Cayenne
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need its 772-litre boot, 348 hp output and four-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Power: BMW X5 308 hp; Porsche Cayenne 348 hp.
- Torque: BMW X5 540 Nm; Porsche Cayenne 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X5 5.4 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW X5 650 litres; Porsche Cayenne 772 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW X5 two years with unlimited mileage; Porsche Cayenne four years or 100,000 km.
X5
- RM138,200 cheaper
- Quicker 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- 540 Nm, rear air-con and head-up display
- 650-litre boot is 122 litres smaller
- 308 hp trails the Cayenne by 40 hp
- 110 kg heavier
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot
- 348 hp output
- Four-year, 100,000-km warranty
- Costs RM138,200 more
- 0-100 km/h is 0.3 seconds slower
- No head-up display or rear air-con
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,632✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm | 348 hp at 5,300 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 500 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 84 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 248 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Push Start Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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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X5 vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne better?
The BMW X5 is the stronger buy on price, pace and equipment: it is RM138,200 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and has a head-up display plus rear air-con. The Cayenne is better for its 772-litre boot and four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne costs RM138,200 more than the BMW X5.
Which has more luggage space?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres, compared with 650 litres in the BMW X5. That is a 122-litre advantage for the Porsche.
