Verdict
At RM173,800, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is RM4,800 dearer than the RM169,000 smart #1, but the choice is far bigger than that gap. The BMW is a longer four-door sedan with a 430-litre boot, 230 km/h top speed and RM90 annual road tax. The smart is a shorter five-door SUV, yet its 2,750 mm wheelbase is 80 mm longer, its 268 hp motor reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, and it brings 315 km of EV range plus far stronger driver assistance. For Malaysian city use with charging access, the smart is the more complete buy.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want a petrol sedan with a 430-litre boot, 230 km/h top speed and lower RM90 annual road tax.
Pick the smart #1 if you have convenient charging and want 268 hp, a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time, five doors and comprehensive active safety.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; smart #1 RM169,000.
- Performance: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 156 hp, 230 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds; smart #1 268 hp, 343 Nm and 6.7 seconds.
- Energy and range: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has a 1,499 cc petrol engine; smart #1 has a 49 kWh battery and 315 km EV range.
- Dimensions: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is 4,546 mm long with a 2,670 mm wheelbase; smart #1 is 4,270 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 430 litres; smart #1 411 litres.
- Road tax: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM90 per year; smart #1 RM260 per year.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- 430-litre boot is 19 litres larger.
- 230 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM260.
- 0-100 km/h takes 8.6 seconds, against the smart #1's 6.7 seconds.
- Lane keeping only warns, while the smart #1 provides steering correction.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system or 360-degree camera.
#1
- 268 hp and 343 Nm motor delivers 6.7-second 0-100 km/h.
- 315 km range, 150 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Adaptive cruise control with Highway and Traffic Jam Assist, plus front and rear autonomous braking.
- RM260 annual road tax is RM170 higher.
- 411-litre boot is 19 litres smaller.
- 180 km/h top speed is 50 km/h lower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800 | RM169,000✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 315 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,780 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 411 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 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 |
| Safety Notes | — | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat |
| 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, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Yes |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 #1 FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or smart #1 better?
The smart #1 is better for buyers with dependable charging, thanks to its quicker 6.7-second sprint, 315 km range and substantially stronger active-safety kit. Choose the BMW instead for a petrol sedan, a larger boot and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM4,800 more than the smart #1.
How quickly can the smart #1 charge?
The smart #1 supports AC charging at up to 7.2 kW and DC charging at up to 150 kW. It also has a 49 kWh battery, a claimed 315 km EV range and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.