Car Buyer's Guide

BMW 3 Series M vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe

BMW 3 Series M

BMW 3 Series M

M340i xDrive M Sport Pro

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe

GLC43 4Matic+ Coupe

Verdict

At RM388,800, the BMW 3 Series M undercuts the RM498,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe by RM110,088 and is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 4.4 seconds against 4.8 seconds despite giving away 29 hp. The Mercedes counters with SUV practicality: a 545-litre boot, five doors and a 1,699-mm roofline versus the BMW’s 480 litres, four doors and 1,440 mm. For Malaysian running costs, the BMW’s RM2,125 annual road tax is steep beside the Mercedes’ RM440, while the latter also gets four years of manufacturer warranty.

3 Series M

Pick the BMW 3 Series M if a RM110,088 saving, 4.4-second acceleration and sedan handling hardware matter more than SUV space.

AMG GLC Coupe

Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you need the 545-litre boot, five-door access, lower RM440 road tax and a four-year manufacturer warranty.

Key differences

  • Price: BMW 3 Series M RM388,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM498,888.
  • 0-100 km/h: BMW 3 Series M 4.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4.8 seconds.
  • Power: BMW 3 Series M 387 hp; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 416 hp.
  • Boot space: BMW 3 Series M 480 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 545 litres.
  • Annual road tax: BMW 3 Series M RM2,125; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM440.
  • Manufacturer warranty: BMW 3 Series M two years; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe four years.

3 Series M

  • 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds
  • RM110,088 lower purchase price
  • Adaptive M Suspension, Variable Sport Steering and M Sport Differential
  • 480-litre boot trails the Mercedes’ 545 litres
  • Two-year manufacturer warranty is two years shorter
  • RM2,125 annual road tax is RM1,685 higher

AMG GLC Coupe

  • 545-litre boot and five doors
  • Four-year manufacturer warranty
  • Heated front seats, panoramic glass roof and rear dual-zone climate control
  • 0-100 km/h time is 4.8 seconds versus 4.4 seconds
  • Costs RM110,088 more
  • 416 hp does not translate into the quicker acceleration time
Price & overview
PriceRM 388,800RM 498,888
Body typeSedanSUV
SegmentCompact ExecutiveCompact Executive
AssemblyCKDCKD
Powertrain
Engine Tech32-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist
Capacity2,998 cc1,999 cc
Horsepower387 hp416 hp
Torque500 Nm500 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInlineInline
Timing TypeChainChain
FuelPetrolPetrol Hybrid/REV
Bore82 mm
Compression Ratio10.2
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower13 hp
Motor Torque150 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Battery Capacity1 kWh
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission NameSteptronic SportAMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic
Gears89
Transmission ManufacturerZFDaimler
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.4 seconds4.8 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h250 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,714 mm4,763 mm
Width1,827 mm1,890 mm
Height1,440 mm1,699 mm
Wheelbase2,851 mm2,888 mm
Weight1,800 kg
Fuel Tank59 litres62 litres
Doors45
Seats55
Boot Space480 litres545 litres
Front Tyre225/40R19265/40R21
Rear Tyre255/35R19275/35R21
Factory TyresGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Run-flatContinental SportContact 7
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesMulti-link
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" M Double-spoke style 792 M Bicolour Jet Black20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy
Rear Wheels19" M Double-spoke style 792 M Bicolour Jet Black20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated and Cross Drilled Disc
Rear BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated and Cross Drilled Disc
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAdaptive M Suspension, Variable Sport Steering, M Sport Differential
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable for 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projectors with High beam AssistantDigital Light Matrix LEDs
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster AdjustmentPower Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-Folding40:20:20 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofYesPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights and Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof ShadeRear Windows, Sunroof Shade
Audio14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation with Proximity Lock/UnlockKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Boot with Contactless Opening
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree MonitorYes, 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing AssistYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience NotesTyre Pressure Monitoring System
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years4 years
Warranty Extended5 years
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 2,125RM 440

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.

3 Series M vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ

Is the BMW 3 Series M or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?

The BMW 3 Series M is the better choice for outright acceleration and lower upfront cost. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe for its larger 545-litre boot, five-door body, lower annual road tax and longer manufacturer warranty.

What is the price difference?

The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe costs RM110,088 more than the BMW 3 Series M: RM498,888 versus RM388,800.

Which one is quicker and cheaper to tax?

The BMW 3 Series M is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds against 4.8 seconds. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is far cheaper to tax annually at RM440, compared with RM2,125.

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