Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the BMW X7 G07 LCI is the clear new-car choice at RM635,800 against RM680,840 for the BMW X7 G07. It costs RM45,040 less, yet its 375 hp and 520 Nm petrol-hybrid powertrain cuts the 0-100 km/h time from 6.1 to 5.8 seconds. The G07 still makes sense used if its 10-inch rear monitors matter to family passengers, but the LCI brings a 14.9-inch curved display, 22-inch wheels and a stated five-year extended warranty.
G07
Pick the BMW X7 G07 if the 10-inch rear monitors and 21-inch 285/45R21 tyres matter more than newer infotainment and stronger performance.
G07 LCI
Pick the BMW X7 G07 LCI if you want 40 hp and 70 Nm more, a 14.9-inch display, five-year extended warranty and a RM45,040 lower price.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X7 G07 RM680,840; BMW X7 G07 LCI RM635,800.
- Power: BMW X7 G07 335 hp; BMW X7 G07 LCI 375 hp.
- Torque: BMW X7 G07 450 Nm; BMW X7 G07 LCI 520 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X7 G07 6.1 seconds; BMW X7 G07 LCI 5.8 seconds.
- Centre display: BMW X7 G07 12.3-inch Navigation Professional with 10-inch rear monitors; BMW X7 G07 LCI 14.9-inch Curved Display.
- Extended warranty: BMW X7 G07 none stated; BMW X7 G07 LCI five years unlimited mileage.
G07
- 10-inch rear monitors are included.
- 21-inch wheels use 285/45R21 tyres front and rear.
- Same 326-litre boot and seven-seat layout as the LCI.
- Costs RM45,040 more despite having 335 hp and 450 Nm versus 375 hp and 520 Nm.
- Takes 6.1 seconds to reach 100 km/h, versus 5.8 seconds.
- Uses a 12.3-inch display rather than the LCI's 14.9-inch curved display.
G07 LCI
- 375 hp and 520 Nm with a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional.
- Five-year extended warranty with unlimited mileage is stated.
- Does not list the G07's 10-inch rear monitors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM680,840 | RM635,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 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 | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 12 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.96 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic | 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 | 6.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 245 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 217 g/km | 217 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,151 mm | 5,151 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Height | 1,805 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,105 mm | 3,105 mm |
| Weight | 2,320 kg | 2,320 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres | 326 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/45R21 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R21 | 315/35R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero run-flats | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Y-Spoke Style 753 Alloy | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Y-Spoke Style 753 Alloy | 22" V-Spoke Style 756 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Executive Drive Pro (active roll stabilisation) | Executive Drive Pro (Active Roll Stabilisation) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats and third row seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats and Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Automatic braking | Yes, Automatic Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive Laser Projectors with High Beam Assist | Adaptive Laser Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Middle Row 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Third Row 50:50 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 | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide, Sky Lounge with 6 colours | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide, Sky Lounge with 6 Colours |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | Map Lights with Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear door window shades | Powered Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 10" Rear Monitors, 16-speaker 600W 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 | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function | 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 boot, contactless opening | Powered boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Soft close function, all doors | 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 | Wireless Qi Charger, BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service, BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 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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G07 vs G07 LCI FAQ
Is the BMW X7 G07 or BMW X7 G07 LCI better?
The BMW X7 G07 LCI is better for most buyers: it is cheaper, produces 375 hp and 520 Nm, and reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds sooner. Choose the G07 only if its included 10-inch rear monitors are a priority.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X7 G07 LCI is RM45,040 cheaper than the BMW X7 G07.
Do the BMW X7 G07 and X7 G07 LCI have different practicality?
No. Both are 5,151 mm long, have a 3,105 mm wheelbase, seat seven and provide 326 litres of boot space. Both also use all-wheel drive, air suspension and an 83-litre fuel tank.
