Verdict
The BMW M2 Coupe is the hard-hitting choice: 473 hp and 600 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h run to 4.1 seconds, against the Toyota 86’s 197 hp, 205 Nm and 7.6 seconds. It also brings a 390-litre boot, adaptive M suspension and a substantial active-safety lead. But the RM623,800 asking price is RM366,298 beyond the 86, while annual road tax is RM2,113 versus RM379. The 86 is 450 kg lighter at 1,275 kg and retains a six-speed manual, so it is the more attainable rear-drive coupe for buyers who want to shift themselves.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if you want 473 hp, 600 Nm, 4.1-second acceleration and far more driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Toyota 86 if you want a 1,275-kg rear-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, 7.1 L/100 km rated economy and much lower ownership entry costs.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Toyota 86 RM257,502.
- Power and torque: BMW M2 Coupe 473 hp and 600 Nm; Toyota 86 197 hp and 205 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M2 Coupe 4.1 seconds; Toyota 86 7.6 seconds.
- Kerb weight: BMW M2 Coupe 1,725 kg; Toyota 86 1,275 kg.
- Boot space: BMW M2 Coupe 390 litres; Toyota 86 243 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW M2 Coupe RM2,113; Toyota 86 RM379.
M2 Coupe
- 473 hp, 600 Nm and 4.1-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 390-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.
- RM366,298 pricier and RM1,734 more in annual road tax.
- 450 kg heavier than the Toyota 86.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the 86’s full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
86
- Six-speed manual and 1,275-kg kerb weight.
- Rated fuel economy of 7.1 L/100 km.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty and a full-size spare wheel.
- 197 hp and 205 Nm leave it 3.5 seconds slower to 100 km/h.
- 243-litre boot is 147 litres smaller.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800 | RM257,502✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp✓ | 197 hp |
| Torque | 600 Nm✓ | 205 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds✓ | 7.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 164 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,240 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | 1,275 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres✓ | 243 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 215/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 215/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Primacy HP |
| 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 | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — Equivalent to Subaru BRZ with 7 airbags and stability control |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Glovebox |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 2 Front |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| 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 | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger | — |
| 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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M2 Coupe vs 86 FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Toyota 86 better?
The BMW M2 Coupe is better for outright pace, space and active safety, with 473 hp, a 390-litre boot and autonomous braking. The Toyota 86 is better if a six-speed manual, 450 kg lower weight and lower running costs matter more than performance.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM366,298 more than the Toyota 86. Its annual road tax is also RM1,734 higher, at RM2,113 versus RM379.
Which car has the better gearbox choice?
Choose the BMW M2 Coupe’s eight-speed M Steptronic automatic for automatic driving and paddle shifts. Choose the Toyota 86 for its six-speed manual if changing gears yourself is non-negotiable.