Verdict
The BMW 5 Series G60 is the newer, bigger car and costs RM12,000 more than the BMW 5 Series G30, with 208 hp and 330 Nm versus 181 hp and 290 Nm. Yet the outgoing G30 is quicker to 100 km/h, at 6.2 seconds against 7.5 seconds, and has a longer 2,975 mm wheelbase. The G60 fights back with a 490-litre boot and wider, taller body. For a Malaysian buyer, this is not a straight newer-is-better call; the G30 still has the stronger plug-in hybrid case on paper.
Pick the BMW 5 Series G30 if you want the quicker car, the 48 km EV range and the longer five-year warranty.
Pick the BMW 5 Series G60 if you want the newer-generation 5 Series with more output, a bigger boot and larger exterior dimensions.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series G30 RM328,800; BMW 5 Series G60 RM340,800
- Power and torque: BMW 5 Series G30 181 hp/290 Nm; BMW 5 Series G60 208 hp/330 Nm
- Performance: BMW 5 Series G30 0-100 km/h in 6.2 s and 235 km/h; BMW 5 Series G60 7.5 s and 230 km/h
- Size: BMW 5 Series G30 4,936/1,868/1,483 mm; BMW 5 Series G60 5,060/1,900/1,515 mm
- Wheelbase and boot: BMW 5 Series G30 2,975 mm and 410 L; BMW 5 Series G60 2,900 mm and 490 L
- Warranty: BMW 5 Series G30 5 years; BMW 5 Series G60 2 years
G30
- Quicker 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Plug-in hybrid with 9.2 kWh battery and 48 km EV range
- Longer five-year warranty
- Smaller 410-litre boot
- Lower 181 hp and 290 Nm outputs
- Shorter and narrower body than the G60
G60
- More power and torque at 208 hp and 330 Nm
- Larger 490-litre boot
- Longer, wider and taller body
- Slower 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Shorter two-year warranty
- No stated EV range, battery capacity or fuel economy figure
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800✓ | RM340,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 181 hp | 208 hp✓ |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 111 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 9.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 48 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 3.7 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic | Eight-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 seconds✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 235 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | 46 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,936 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,483 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,845 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 46 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 490 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmet | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 635 alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" V-spoke style 635 alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Damper Control (adaptive suspension) | — |
| 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 outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Automatic City Brake (under 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | 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 | Fixed Rear Seat | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 2 Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights (11 colours) | 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 | 10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 12-speaker 205W HiFi sound 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | 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 | Powered boot, contactless opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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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G30 vs G60 FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series G30 or BMW 5 Series G60 better?
The BMW 5 Series G30 is better for plug-in hybrid running, acceleration and warranty. The BMW 5 Series G60 is better for boot space, newer-generation size and higher output. Choose based on use, not badge age.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 5 Series G60 costs RM340,800, while the BMW 5 Series G30 costs RM328,800. That makes the G60 RM12,000 dearer.
Which one is faster and which one is more practical?
The BMW 5 Series G30 is faster, doing 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. The BMW 5 Series G60 is more practical for luggage, with 490 litres of boot space against 410 litres.