Verdict
The BMW X6 costs RM735,800, a hefty RM266,912 above the RM468,888 Lexus RX, but it brings 335 hp, 450 Nm and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time against the Lexus’s 275 hp, 430 Nm and 7.6 seconds. The RX is the more rational Malaysian buy: its annual road tax is RM754 versus RM1,637, its boot holds 612 litres versus 580 litres, and its five-year warranty doubles the BMW’s two-year cover. The X6 counters with a longer 2,975-mm wheelbase, panoramic roof and 22-inch wheels, though the RX’s heated and ventilated rear seats are a meaningful comfort advantage.
Pick the BMW X6 if the 5.4-second 0-100 km/h sprint, 335 hp mild-hybrid powertrain and panoramic glass roof justify spending RM266,912 more.
Pick the Lexus RX if you want the RM468,888 entry price, 612-litre boot, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; Lexus RX RM468,888.
- Performance: BMW X6 335 hp, 450 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Lexus RX 275 hp, 430 Nm and 7.6 seconds.
- Annual road tax: BMW X6 RM1,637; Lexus RX RM754.
- Boot space: BMW X6 580 litres; Lexus RX 612 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW X6 2,975 mm; Lexus RX 2,850 mm.
- Warranty: BMW X6 two years unlimited mileage; Lexus RX five years unlimited mileage.
X6
- 335 hp and 450 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.
- Panoramic glass roof and 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
- 360-degree surround-view camera, auto parking and six front/rear parking sensors.
- Costs RM266,912 more than the Lexus RX.
- RM1,637 annual road tax is RM883 higher.
- 580-litre boot is 32 litres smaller, and it lacks the RX’s heated and ventilated rear seats.
RX
- RM468,888 price and RM754 annual road tax.
- 612-litre boot, plus heated and ventilated front and rear seats.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, rear cross traffic alert and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 275 hp and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the X6’s 335 hp and 5.4 seconds.
- No panoramic glass roof or auto-parking function.
- Single-zone rear air-conditioning versus the X6’s dual-zone rear system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800 | RM468,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 275 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 430 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds✓ | 7.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two 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 |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Auto Parking | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 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 RX FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Lexus RX better?
The Lexus RX is better for lower purchase and running costs, a larger boot and longer warranty. Choose the BMW X6 if outright performance matters more: it reaches 100 km/h 2.2 seconds sooner and has 60 hp more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X6 costs RM735,800 and the Lexus RX costs RM468,888, so the X6 carries a RM266,912 premium.
Which has the better rear-seat comfort equipment?
The Lexus RX has the stronger rear-seat specification, with power folding and reclining 40:20:40 seats that are heated and ventilated. The BMW X6 has 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and dual-zone rear climate control.
