Verdict
At RM735,800, the five-seat BMW X6 costs RM100,000 more than the seven-seat BMW X7 at RM635,800. That is hard to overlook when the X7 also delivers 375 hp and 520 Nm, against 335 hp and 450 Nm. Its 3,105-mm wheelbase and air suspension suit the people-carrying brief, while the X6 fights back with a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time, 0.4 seconds quicker, and a 580-litre boot versus 326 litres. Choose by passenger count first; the X6 is the more focused five-seater.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you need a larger 580-litre boot and prefer its 5.4-second 0-100 km/h performance.
X7
Pick the BMW X7 if you need seven seats, more power and torque, and want to save RM100,000.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; BMW X7 RM635,800.
- Power and torque: BMW X6 335 hp and 450 Nm; BMW X7 375 hp and 520 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X6 5.4 seconds; BMW X7 5.8 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: BMW X6 five seats and 580 litres; BMW X7 seven seats and 326 litres.
- Wheelbase and height: BMW X6 2,975 mm and 1,700 mm; BMW X7 3,105 mm and 1,805 mm.
- Suspension: BMW X6 Adaptive M Suspension; BMW X7 air suspension front and rear with Executive Drive Pro.
X6
- Quicker 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 580-litre boot
- Steering-correction lane-keeping assist and seven airbags
- RM100,000 more expensive
- Five seats versus the X7's seven
- Lower 335 hp and 450 Nm outputs
X7
- RM100,000 lower purchase price
- Seven seats with a 50:50 split-folding third row
- More powerful 375 hp, 520 Nm straight-six with air suspension
- Slower 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 326-litre boot
- Lane-keeping system gives warnings only, versus steering correction in the X6
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800 | RM635,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 24-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp at 5,500 rpm | 375 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 12 hp |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.96 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 5.8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 217 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 5,151 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,105 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,320 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 326 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 315/35R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | Executive Drive Pro (Active Roll Stabilisation) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric 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 Second Row Passenger Seats and Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Automatic Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive Laser Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Adjustable Middle Row 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Third Row 50:50 Split Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide, Sky Lounge with 6 Colours |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, iDrive Touch Controller, 16-speaker 600W Harman Kardon 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane Keeping Assistant and Stop & Go Function |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered boot, 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 | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | 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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X6 vs X7 FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or BMW X7 better?
The X7 is the better family buy: it costs less, has seven seats, and produces 375 hp and 520 Nm. Choose the X6 if a five-seat layout is enough and its quicker acceleration plus 580-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X6 is RM100,000 more expensive than the BMW X7.
Which has more luggage space, the BMW X6 or BMW X7?
The BMW X6 has the larger stated boot at 580 litres, compared with 326 litres for the BMW X7. The X7 counters with seven seats and a split-folding third row.
