Verdict
The BMW M2 Coupe G87 is the stronger new-car proposition if RM623,800 is within reach: its 473 hp and 600 Nm eclipse the BMW M2 Coupe F87’s 370 hp and 465 Nm, while adaptive suspension, active safety and a 14.9-inch screen matter in Malaysian traffic. Yet the RM498,800 F87 is RM125,000 less, 130 kg lighter and still reaches 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. Its five-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance is a meaningful ownership advantage; the G87 earns its extra outlay chiefly through performance and equipment.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe F87 if RM125,000 saved, 1,595 kg kerb weight and five-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance matter more than the newer car’s power and driver assistance.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe G87 if you want 473 hp, 600 Nm, a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially more active safety technology.
Key differences
- Price: F87 RM498,800; G87 RM623,800.
- Output: F87 370 hp and 465 Nm; G87 473 hp and 600 Nm.
- Acceleration and weight: F87 4.3 seconds and 1,595 kg; G87 4.1 seconds and 1,725 kg.
- Transmission: F87 seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission; G87 eight-speed M Steptronic.
- Dimensions: F87 4,468 mm long with a 2,693 mm wheelbase; G87 4,580 mm long with a 2,747 mm wheelbase.
- Wheels and tyres: F87 19-inch wheels with 245/35R19 front and 265/35R19 rear tyres; G87 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels with 275/35R19 front and…
F87
- 130 kg lighter at 1,595 kg.
- Five-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance.
- Seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
- 103 hp and 135 Nm down on the G87.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or rear cross-traffic alert.
- 8.8-inch infotainment system versus the G87’s 14.9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
G87
- 473 hp and 600 Nm with a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive M Suspension and wider 275/35R19 front, 285/30R20 rear tyres.
- Autonomous braking, steering correction, blind-spot information and rear cross-traffic alert.
- RM125,000 more expensive.
- 130 kg heavier at 1,725 kg.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the F87’s five years, although a three-year unlimited-mileage extension is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,800✓ | RM623,800 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,078✓ | RM2,113 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,979 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 370 hp | 473 hp✓ |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 600 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed M Double Clutch Transmission | M Steptronic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 185 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 1,887 mm |
| Height | 1,410 mm | 1,403 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,693 mm | 2,747 mm |
| Weight | 1,595 kg | 1,725 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 390 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/35R19 | 285/30R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Super Sport | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437 Alloy | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437 Alloy | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Sport suspension, Active M Differential | Adaptive M Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, 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 two rear passenger seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Audio | 8.8" Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch, Harman Kardon Surround Sound System with 12 Speakers (360W) | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 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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F87 vs G87 FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe F87 or BMW M2 Coupe G87 better?
The G87 is better for outright pace, safety technology and cabin hardware, with 473 hp, 600 Nm and autonomous braking. The F87 is the more cost-conscious choice, weighing 130 kg less and carrying five-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe G87 costs RM125,000 more than the BMW M2 Coupe F87.
Which BMW M2 is quicker?
The G87 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds against 4.3 seconds for the F87. It also produces 473 hp and 600 Nm, compared with 370 hp and 465 Nm.