Verdict
At RM623,800, the BMW M2 Coupe costs RM344,800 more than the RM279,000 Subaru Outback, and its 473 hp, 600 Nm, rear-wheel drive and 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time make that spend about serious pace. The Outback is the more sensible Malaysian family and touring choice, with five doors, five seats, all-wheel drive and a 522-litre boot against the M2’s 390 litres. The BMW adds adaptive M suspension and a 250 km/h top speed, but annual road tax is RM2,113 versus RM878.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if blistering 473 hp performance, rear-wheel drive and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than rear-seat access and luggage space.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you need five seats, five doors, all-wheel drive and a 522-litre boot for far less money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Output: BMW M2 Coupe 473 hp and 600 Nm; Subaru Outback 185 hp and 245 Nm.
- Acceleration: BMW M2 Coupe 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds; Subaru Outback in 9.6 seconds.
- Practicality: BMW M2 Coupe has two doors, four seats and a 390-litre boot; Subaru Outback has five doors, five seats and a 522-litre boot.
- Drivetrain: BMW M2 Coupe uses rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed M Steptronic automatic; Subaru Outback uses all-wheel drive and a Lineartronic CVT.
- Warranty: BMW M2 Coupe has a two-year unlimited-mileage warranty; Subaru Outback has a five-year/100,000 km warranty.
M2 Coupe
- 473 hp and 600 Nm with a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive M suspension and rear-wheel drive.
- Head-up display, front parking sensors and auto-parking with reversing assist.
- RM344,800 dearer to buy.
- RM2,113 annual road tax, versus RM878.
- Two doors, four seats and a 390-litre boot limit family usability.
Outback
- Five doors, five seats and a 522-litre boot.
- All-wheel drive and a 63-litre fuel tank.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 185 hp and 245 Nm trail the BMW’s 473 hp and 600 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h takes 9.6 seconds, against 4.1 seconds.
- No front parking sensors or auto-parking, unlike the BMW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800 | RM279,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM878✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 600 Nm✓ | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 12 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | Lineartronic CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Subaru |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 206 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| 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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M2 Coupe vs Outback FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Subaru Outback better?
The BMW M2 Coupe is better for outright performance, with 473 hp and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time. The Subaru Outback is better for carrying people and luggage, thanks to five seats, five doors and a 522-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM344,800 more than the Subaru Outback: RM623,800 versus RM279,000.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Subaru Outback is plainly more practical. It has five doors, five seats and a 522-litre boot, while the BMW M2 Coupe has two doors, four seats and 390 litres of boot space.