Verdict
The BMW M2 Coupe M2 is the sensible Malaysian buy: the RM327,000 gap is enormous against a 50 hp and 50 Nm advantage for the BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS. The CS also cuts 0-100 km/h from 4.1 to 3.8 seconds, raises top speed from 250 to 302 km/h and gets Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres. Those are meaningful gains, but both retain the same 2,993 cc twin-turbo petrol engine layout, eight-speed M Steptronic and rear-wheel drive. Choose the CS only if its extra pace and tyres are the point.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe M2 if you want 473 hp, 600 Nm and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time without paying the RM327,000 CS premium.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS if the 523 hp output, 302 km/h top speed and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres matter more than the large price jump.
Key differences
- Power and torque: BMW M2 Coupe M2 has 473 hp and 600 Nm; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS has 523 hp and 650 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M2 Coupe M2 takes 4.1 seconds; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS takes 3.8 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW M2 Coupe M2 is rated at 250 km/h; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS is rated at 302 km/h.
- Factory tyres: BMW M2 Coupe M2 has no factory tyre specified; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS gets Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres.
- Rear air-conditioning: BMW M2 Coupe M2 has single-zone automatic climate control; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS has dual-zone automatic climate control.
- Interior lighting: BMW M2 Coupe M2 has map lights; BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS adds ambient lighting to its map lights.
M2
- RM327,000 lower purchase price.
- 473 hp and 600 Nm from the 2,993 cc twin-turbo petrol engine.
- 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 50 hp and 50 Nm down on the BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS.
- 0.3 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h and limited to 250 km/h rather than 302 km/h.
- No Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres listed.
M2 CS
- 523 hp and 650 Nm.
- 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time and 302 km/h top speed.
- Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, rear dual-zone climate control and ambient lighting.
- RM327,000 more expensive than the BMW M2 Coupe M2.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800✓ | RM950,800 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp | 523 hp✓ |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | M Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 302 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,887 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,403 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,747 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | 1,725 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 390 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 285/30R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 19" M Double-spoke Style 827 M Bronze Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 20" M Double-spoke Style 827 M Bronze Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | 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 Rear Seats | Available on Rear 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 | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM2,113 |
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 vs M2 CS FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe M2 or BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS better?
The BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS is quicker and more powerful, with 523 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time. The BMW M2 Coupe M2 is the better buy for most buyers because it costs RM327,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS costs RM327,000 more than the BMW M2 Coupe M2, based on RM950,800 versus RM623,800.
What does the BMW M2 Coupe M2 CS add besides power?
It adds Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, bronze 827 M alloy wheels, rear dual-zone automatic climate control and ambient lighting. It also raises top speed from 250 km/h to 302 km/h.