Verdict
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM173,800 against the Ford Mondeo’s RM198,000, while annual road tax is RM90 rather than RM380. That suits a Malaysian buyer watching fixed costs. But the Mondeo’s 237 hp and 345 Nm comfortably eclipse the BMW’s 156 hp and 230 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 8.6 to 7.9 seconds. It is also the more useful long-distance sedan, with a 2,850-mm wheelbase and 557-litre boot. The BMW fights back with a 10.7-inch screen, wireless phone integration and a five-year extended warranty.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if lower purchase and road-tax costs, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and 18-inch wheels matter more than rear-space and outright performance.
Pick the Ford Mondeo if you want 237 hp, 345 Nm, active cruise control and a substantially larger 557-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; Ford Mondeo RM198,000.
- Engine output: BMW 156 hp and 230 Nm; Ford 237 hp and 345 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 8.6 seconds; Ford 7.9 seconds.
- Wheelbase: BMW 2,670 mm; Ford 2,850 mm.
- Boot space: BMW 430 litres; Ford 557 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW RM90; Ford RM380.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- RM24,200 lower purchase price
- RM290 lower annual road tax
- 10.7-inch system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Less power and torque: 156 hp/230 Nm versus 237 hp/345 Nm
- Smaller 430-litre boot versus 557 litres
- Lane-keeping gives warnings only, where the Ford adds steering correction
Mondeo
- 237 hp and 345 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo engine
- 557-litre boot and 2,850-mm wheelbase
- Active cruise control and steering-correction lane keeping
- RM24,200 higher purchase price
- RM380 annual road tax versus RM90
- No navigation or wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto stated
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | 237 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 345 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | Selectshift |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Ford/GM |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 192 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,871 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,562 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 557 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Michelin Primacy 3 ST |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for outer two rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector |
| 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 Driver-side Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down With Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited✓ | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years✓ | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 3-year/60,000 km free service |
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.
Used 2 Series Gran Coupe & Mondeo for sale
2 Series Gran Coupe vs Mondeo FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Ford Mondeo better?
The Ford Mondeo is better for performance, rear-seat packaging and luggage space, with 237 hp, a 2,850-mm wheelbase and a 557-litre boot. Choose the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for its lower RM90 road tax, lower price and newer 10.7-inch infotainment.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mondeo costs RM24,200 more than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: RM198,000 versus RM173,800.
Which car has the better safety and driver-assistance package?
The Ford Mondeo has the stronger stated driver-assistance set, adding steering-correction lane keeping and active cruise control. It also has five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings, while no equivalent ratings are stated for the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe.