Verdict
At RM317,800 versus RM340,800, the BMW 5 Series G60 costs RM23,000 more than the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI. The newer car is slightly quicker, with 208 hp and 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, and it gets auto emergency braking. But the older F10 LCI diesel has stronger 400 Nm torque, a bigger 520-litre boot and a longer 2,968 mm wheelbase. For a Malaysian buyer, this is a close call between newer safety tech and the F10’s longer warranty, luggage space and diesel economy figure.
Pick the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI if you want the lower RM317,800 price, 400 Nm torque, 520-litre boot and five-year warranty.
Pick the BMW 5 Series G60 if you want the newer-generation car with 208 hp, a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and auto emergency braking.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI RM317,800; BMW 5 Series G60 RM340,800
- Output: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI 190 hp and 400 Nm; BMW 5 Series G60 208 hp and 330 Nm
- Acceleration: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI 0-100 km/h in 7.9 s; BMW 5 Series G60 7.5 s
- Size: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI 4,907 mm long and 1,860 mm wide; BMW 5 Series G60 5,060 mm long and 1,900 mm wide
- Wheelbase and boot: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI 2,968 mm and 520 L; BMW 5 Series G60 2,900 mm and 490 L
- Safety and warranty: BMW 5 Series F10 LCI no AEB listed and 5-year warranty; BMW 5 Series G60 AEB fitted and 2-year warranty
F10 LCI
- Stronger 400 Nm diesel torque
- Bigger 520-litre boot
- Longer 5-year warranty
- Slower 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Lower 190 hp output
G60
- Quicker 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Auto emergency braking fitted
- Larger body at 5,060 mm long and 1,900 mm wide
- Smaller 490-litre boot
- Shorter 2-year warranty
- Lower 330 Nm torque
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM317,800✓ | RM340,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM378✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Commonrail turbodiesel with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 208 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 330 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic | Eight-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 231 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | 119 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,907 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,968 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,690 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 613M Alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 613M Alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Damping Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, 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 two rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Fold-down Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 12GB Hard Disk storage, 10.2" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 12 Speaker HiFi System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 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 | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
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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F10 LCI vs G60 FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI or BMW 5 Series G60 better?
The BMW 5 Series G60 is better for acceleration and AEB. The BMW 5 Series F10 LCI is better for torque, boot space, warranty and quoted fuel economy. The better buy depends on whether you value newer safety kit or the F10 LCI’s practicality.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 5 Series G60 costs RM23,000 more than the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI. That extra money mainly gets you the newer-generation car, 208 hp output, quicker 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and auto emergency braking.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The BMW 5 Series F10 LCI has the bigger boot at 520 litres, against 490 litres in the BMW 5 Series G60. If luggage space matters, the older F10 LCI has the clear numerical advantage.