Verdict
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is RM48,000 cheaper to buy and its RM90 annual road tax is far easier to swallow than the Camry’s RM867. It also reaches 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds despite its 156 hp 1.5-litre turbo. But the Toyota Camry brings the stronger 201 hp 2.5-litre engine, a 155 mm longer wheelbase and a 524-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers carrying rear passengers or prioritising driver assistance, the Camry’s adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking and 360-degree camera justify serious consideration.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want the lower purchase outlay, RM90 road tax and marginally quicker 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need the larger 524-litre boot, more rear-seat-oriented wheelbase and a fuller active-safety suite.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Road tax per year: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM90; Toyota Camry RM867.
- Output: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 156 hp and 230 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Acceleration: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds; Toyota Camry in 8.9 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 2,670 mm and 430 litres; Toyota Camry 2,825 mm and 524 litres.
- Driver assistance: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has lane-departure warning only; Toyota Camry has steering correction, pre-collision braking and adaptive cruise…
2 Series Gran Coupe
- RM48,000 lower purchase price
- RM90 annual road tax
- Quicker 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 430-litre boot versus 524 litres
- No blind-spot system or autonomous braking
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
Camry
- 201 hp and 246 Nm from its 2.5-litre engine
- 524-litre boot and 2,825 mm wheelbase
- Adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking and 360-degree camera
- RM48,000 higher purchase price
- RM867 annual road tax
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| 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 Wireless Charger, 3 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 | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 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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2 Series Gran Coupe vs Camry FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Toyota Camry better?
The Toyota Camry is better for cabin-related space, boot capacity and active safety, with a 2,825 mm wheelbase, 524-litre boot and pre-collision braking. Choose the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for lower cost and its quicker 8.6-second 0-100 km/h run.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM48,000 more than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. The annual road-tax gap is also substantial: RM867 for the Camry versus RM90 for the BMW.
Which one has better safety assistance?
The Toyota Camry has the stronger assistance package: blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has lane warning only and passive cruise control.