Verdict
The BMW X7 is the more rational Malaysian family SUV: it carries seven rather than five, stretches to a 3,105 mm wheelbase and is 191 mm longer, giving it the remit the X6 cannot match. Its 375 hp and 520 Nm also beat the X6’s 335 hp and 450 Nm, although the lighter X6 reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, 0.4 seconds ahead. Choose the X6 for its five-seat, 580-litre boot layout and quicker sprint; take the X7 for three-row usefulness, air suspension and active cruise control.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if five seats, a 580-litre boot and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than a third row.
X7
Pick the BMW X7 if you need seven seats, a 3,105 mm wheelbase and air suspension for family duties.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; BMW X7 RM635,800.
- Output: 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 5 seats and 580 litres; BMW X7 7 seats and 326 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW X6 4,960 mm and 2,975 mm; BMW X7 5,151 mm and 3,105 mm.
- Suspension: BMW X6 Adaptive M Suspension; BMW X7 double-wishbone and multi-link air suspension.
X6
- Quicker 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 580-litre boot space.
- Steering-correction lane-keeping assist.
- Only five seats versus the X7’s seven.
- RM100,000 dearer despite 40 hp and 70 Nm less.
- No air suspension; the X7 has air suspension front and rear.
X7
- Seven seats with a 50:50 split-folding third row.
- 375 hp and 520 Nm.
- Active cruise control with lane keeping and stop-and-go.
- 0.4 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h.
- 326-litre boot is 254 litres smaller.
- 80 kg heavier at 2,320 kg.
| 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 | 375 hp✓ |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 520 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 12 hp |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh✓ | 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 | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 | 5 years | 5 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 better for family transport, with seven seats, a longer 3,105 mm wheelbase and air suspension. The X6 suits buyers who only need five seats and want the quicker 5.4-second 0-100 km/h run plus a 580-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X7 costs RM635,800 and the BMW X6 costs RM735,800, so the X7 is RM100,000 cheaper.
Which BMW has the stronger powertrain?
The X7 has the stronger 2,998 cc petrol mild-hybrid powertrain at 375 hp and 520 Nm, against the X6’s 335 hp and 450 Nm. But the lighter X6 is quicker to 100 km/h, at 5.4 seconds versus 5.8 seconds.
