Verdict
At RM218,800, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is the lower, smaller petrol sedan choice, with a 156 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time and RM90 annual road tax. The RM199,800 smart #5 costs less yet brings 358 hp, 373 Nm and a 6.5-second sprint, plus a 100 kWh NMC battery rated for 590 km. Its 630-litre boot and 2,900 mm wheelbase suit family use better, but annual road tax rises to RM455 and its 2,260 kg weight is substantial.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want a CKD petrol sedan with a 230 km/h top speed and much lower RM90 annual road tax.
Pick the smart #5 if you want the quicker 358 hp electric SUV, 590 km claimed range and a far more comprehensive driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM218,800; smart #5 RM199,800.
- Performance: BMW 156 hp, 230 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds; smart #5 358 hp, 373 Nm and 6.5 seconds.
- Power source: BMW 1,499 cc turbo petrol engine; smart #5 single motor with a 100 kWh NMC battery and 590 km range.
- Boot space: BMW 430 litres; smart #5 630 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW 2,670 mm; smart #5 2,900 mm.
- Road tax: BMW RM90 per year; smart #5 RM455 per year.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- CKD Malaysian assembly.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM455.
- 230 km/h top speed, against 200 km/h.
- Slower 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.5 seconds.
- 430-litre boot trails the smart #5's 630 litres.
- Lacks blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
#5
- 358 hp and 373 Nm from its single electric motor.
- 590 km claimed EV range and 400 kW DC charging capability.
- Blind-spot monitoring, front and rear autonomous braking, and adaptive cruise control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist.
- RM455 annual road tax is RM365 higher.
- 2,260 kg kerb weight.
- CBU from China rather than locally CKD assembled.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 218,800 | RM 199,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 358 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 590 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 400 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,260 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 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 |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System |
| 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 455 |
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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2 Series Gran Coupe vs #5 FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or smart #5 better?
The smart #5 is the stronger all-round family and technology choice: it is quicker, has a 630-litre boot, 590 km claimed range and more active safety equipment. Choose the BMW only if a petrol sedan, 230 km/h top speed and lower road tax matter more.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 is RM19,000 cheaper than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. It also adds a larger boot, substantially stronger motor output, a 100 kWh battery and more driver-assistance equipment.
How quickly can the smart #5 charge?
The smart #5 accepts Type 2 AC charging at up to 22 kW and CCS DC charging at up to 400 kW. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is petrol-powered, so it does not use EV charging.