Verdict
The RM24,000 step up to the RM494,800 BMW X5 buys plug-in-hybrid hardware: a 29.5-kWh battery, 194-hp electric motor, 7.4-kW AC charging and a claimed 110 km EV range. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 4.8 seconds against 5.4 seconds. The cheaper RM470,800 BMW X5 is 270 kg lighter and has the higher listed engine torque figure, 540 Nm versus 450 Nm. For a Malaysian owner able to charge regularly, the pricier trim has a clear use-case; otherwise, the cheaper one is the more rational buy.
xDrive40i M Sport
Pick the BMW X5 if you want to save RM24,000, prefer its 2,240-kg kerb weight and do not need plug-in charging or EV range.
xDrive50e M Sport
Pick the BMW X5 if you can charge at home or work and want its 29.5-kWh battery, 110-km EV range and 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: RM470,800 versus RM494,800.
- Powertrain torque: 540 Nm at 1,750 rpm versus 450 Nm at 1,750 rpm.
- Electric motor: no motor output listed versus 194 hp and 280 Nm.
- Battery and EV range: no battery or EV range listed versus 29.5 kWh and 110 km.
- AC charging: no AC charging rate listed versus 7.4 kW.
- 0-100 km/h and weight: 5.4 seconds and 2,240 kg versus 4.8 seconds and 2,510 kg.
xDrive40i M Sport
- RM24,000 lower purchase price.
- 270 kg lighter.
- Higher listed 540-Nm engine torque figure.
- No listed battery, electric-motor output, AC charging rate or EV range.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.4 seconds, versus 4.8 seconds.
xDrive50e M Sport
- 29.5-kWh battery with a claimed 110 km EV range.
- 194-hp, 280-Nm electric motor and 7.4-kW AC charging.
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Costs RM24,000 more.
- 270 kg heavier at 2,510 kg.
- Listed engine torque is 450 Nm, against 540 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800✓ | RM494,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 450 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 194 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 29.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 110 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | Eight-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,922 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,745 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,975 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,510 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 69 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 275/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 315/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR 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" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades |
| 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) | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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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xDrive40i M Sport vs xDrive50e M Sport FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or BMW X5 better?
The RM494,800 BMW X5 is better for regular charging and short electric trips, thanks to its 29.5-kWh battery and 110-km EV range. The RM470,800 BMW X5 is the better-value choice if those plug-in benefits will go unused.
What is the price difference?
The price difference is RM24,000: RM470,800 for the cheaper BMW X5 and RM494,800 for the plug-in-hybrid BMW X5.
Can the pricier BMW X5 drive on electric power alone?
Yes. Its plug-in-hybrid system has a 29.5-kWh battery, a 194-hp electric motor and a claimed EV range of 110 km. AC charging is rated at 7.4 kW.
