Verdict
At RM340,800, the BMW 5 Series undercuts the Lexus GS by RM98,400 while bringing a larger 5,060 mm body, 19-inch wheels, 360-degree camera and active cruise control with Stop & Go. Its 208 hp/330 Nm mild-hybrid 2.0 litre is down on the GS’s 241 hp/350 Nm, and the Lexus reaches 100 km/h 0.2 seconds sooner at 7.3 seconds. The GS counters with a 520-litre boot, ventilated front seats and a five-year warranty. For most Malaysian buyers, the BMW’s price and driver-assistance kit are harder to ignore.
Pick the BMW 5 Series if you want to save RM98,400 and place priority on active safety, a 360-degree camera and a larger cabin footprint.
Pick the Lexus GS if you want the stronger 241 hp engine, a 520-litre boot, ventilated front seats and five years of warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series RM340,800; Lexus GS RM439,200.
- Power and torque: BMW 5 Series 208 hp and 330 Nm; Lexus GS 241 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 5 Series 7.5 seconds; Lexus GS 7.3 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: BMW 5 Series 5,060 mm and 2,900 mm; Lexus GS 4,850 mm and 2,855 mm.
- Boot space: BMW 5 Series 490 litres; Lexus GS 520 litres.
- Warranty: BMW 5 Series two years standard; Lexus GS five years.
5 Series
- RM98,400 cheaper
- 360-degree camera and head-up display
- Autonomous braking and active cruise control with Stop & Go
- 208 hp and 330 Nm trail the Lexus GS
- 490-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
- Two-year standard warranty versus five years
GS
- 241 hp and 350 Nm
- 520-litre boot and ventilated front seats
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- RM98,400 more expensive
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system
- Reverse camera only, against the BMW’s 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM340,800✓ | RM439,200 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 208 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | 8-speed Sports Direct Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 183 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,850 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,855 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,720 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Fold-down Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 8" Lexus Premium Audio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 12 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited✓ | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 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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5 Series vs GS FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series or Lexus GS better?
The BMW 5 Series is the better buy for its RM98,400 lower price, active safety systems and richer parking technology. Choose the Lexus GS if stronger performance, a larger boot, ventilated seats and a five-year warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus GS costs RM98,400 more than the BMW 5 Series: RM439,200 against RM340,800.
Which is quicker, the BMW 5 Series or Lexus GS?
The Lexus GS is quicker, reaching 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds versus 7.5 seconds for the BMW 5 Series. It also produces 241 hp and 350 Nm, against 208 hp and 330 Nm.