Car Buyer's Guide

BMW M2 Coupe vs Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

BMW M2 Coupe

BMW M2 Coupe

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Verdict

The RM125,200 gap buys a clear split in use. The BMW M2 Coupe reaches 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, 0.7 seconds ahead of the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric, and its rear-wheel-drive layout comes in a much shorter 4,580-mm body. The Porsche counters with five seats, a 584-litre boot and a 113-kWh battery rated for 661 km. For a Malaysian buyer carrying people and luggage and able to charge, take the Porsche; the BMW is the smaller, faster coupe.

M2 Coupe

Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if you want the quicker 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time and a RM125,200 lower entry price.

Cayenne Coupe Electric

Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric if five seats, a 584-litre boot and 661 km of EV range matter more than outright acceleration.

Key differences

  • Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric RM749,000.
  • 0-100 km/h: BMW M2 Coupe 4.1 seconds; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 4.8 seconds.
  • Driveline: BMW M2 Coupe rear-wheel drive; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric all-wheel drive.
  • Practicality: BMW M2 Coupe has 4 seats and a 390-litre boot; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric has 5 seats and a 584-litre boot.
  • Annual road tax: BMW M2 Coupe RM2,113; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric RM665.
  • Length: BMW M2 Coupe 4,580 mm; Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 4,985 mm.

M2 Coupe

  • Quicker 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time
  • Higher 250 km/h top speed
  • Rear cross traffic alert and prevention
  • Four seats versus the Porsche's five
  • 390-litre boot versus 584 litres
  • RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM665

Cayenne Coupe Electric

  • 113-kWh battery with 661 km rated range
  • 390 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging capability
  • Five seats and a 584-litre boot
  • RM749,000 price is RM125,200 higher
  • 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.7 seconds slower
  • 230 km/h top speed is 20 km/h lower
Price & overview
PriceRM623,800RM749,000
Body typeCoupeCoupe
SegmentC-SegmentExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM2,113RM665
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift800V architecture
Capacity2,993 cc
Horsepower473 hp
Torque600 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore84 mm
Compression Ratio9.3
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower436 hp
Motor Torque835 Nm
Battery Capacity113 kWh
EV Range661 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)390 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission NameM SteptronicSingle-speed Automatic
Gears8
Transmission ManufacturerZF
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.1 seconds4.8 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h230 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,580 mm4,985 mm
Width1,887 mm1,980 mm
Height1,403 mm1,650 mm
Wheelbase2,747 mm3,023 mm
Weight1,725 kg
Fuel Tank52 litres
Doors25
Seats45
Boot Space390 litres584 litres
Front Tyre275/35R19
Rear Tyre285/30R20
Spare TyreTyre Repair Kit
Chassis
AssemblyMexico (CBU)Slovakia (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutAir Suspension with PASM
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkAir Suspension with PASM
Front Wheels19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy
Rear Wheels20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAdaptive M Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Seat Belts4 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll Seats
Safety NotesRear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lighting
HeadlampsAdaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist
TaillampsLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights
Cup HoldersMap Lights and Ambient Lights
AudioBMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes
Auto ParkingYes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronic
Convenience NotesBMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years
Warranty Extended5 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.

M2 Coupe vs Cayenne Coupe Electric FAQ

Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric better?

The BMW M2 Coupe is better for outright pace, reaching 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric is better for passenger capacity, luggage space and EV range, with five seats, 584 litres and 661 km.

What is the price difference?

The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM623,800 and the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric costs RM749,000, so the Porsche is RM125,200 more expensive.

Which one is cheaper to tax each year?

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric is cheaper to tax at RM665 per year, compared with RM2,113 per year for the BMW M2 Coupe.

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