Verdict
At RM218,800, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM28,012 more than the RM190,788 Subaru Crosstrek. Its 156 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo and 7-speed wet dual-clutch give it a 34 Nm torque edge, while the 430-litre boot is 115 litres larger. The Crosstrek answers with all-wheel drive, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. For Malaysian buyers, the BMW is the lower-road-tax, more luggage-friendly sedan; the Subaru is the more safety-equipped SUV with a five-year warranty.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want the 430-litre boot, 230 Nm turbo torque and RM90 annual road tax.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you want all-wheel drive, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW RM218,800; Subaru RM190,788.
- Driveline: BMW front-wheel drive; Subaru all-wheel drive.
- Torque: BMW 230 Nm; Subaru 196 Nm.
- Boot space: BMW 430 litres; Subaru 315 litres.
- Warranty: BMW 2 years with unlimited mileage; Subaru 5 years/100,000 km.
- Road tax: BMW RM90 per year; Subaru RM438 per year.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- 230 Nm turbo torque and 7-speed wet dual-clutch
- 430-litre boot with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- RM90 annual road tax and unlimited-mileage warranty
- Front-wheel drive versus the Subaru's all-wheel drive
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system
- Two-year warranty versus five years/100,000 km
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive and double-wishbone rear suspension
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and steering-correction lane keeping
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and 360-degree camera
- 315-litre boot is 115 litres smaller than the BMW's
- 196 Nm is 34 Nm down on the BMW
- RM438 annual road tax is RM348 higher than the BMW's
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 218,800 | RM 190,788✓ |
| 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 | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 196 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Boxer |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | Lineartronic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 63 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" 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 Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion |
| 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 on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory |
| 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 | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 438 |
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 & Crosstrek for sale
2 Series Gran Coupe vs Crosstrek FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Subaru Crosstrek better?
The Crosstrek is better for all-wheel drive and active safety, including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go. The 2 Series Gran Coupe is better for boot space, torque and annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM218,800 and the Subaru Crosstrek costs RM190,788, so the BMW is RM28,012 more expensive.
Which has the better ownership cover?
The Subaru Crosstrek has the longer standard cover at five years or 100,000 km. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has two years of manufacturer warranty, but with unlimited mileage, plus a five-year unlimited-mileage extended warranty.