Verdict
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM898,800 against the X6’s RM734,800, a RM164,000 jump for 523 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time. The X6 answers with a 580-litre boot, 83-litre tank and SUV seating position, while its 335 hp mild-hybrid powertrain takes 5.4 seconds to 100 km/h. For a Malaysian buyer who wants serious pace without giving up five seats and a 500-litre boot, the M3 is the sharper machine. The X6 is the more practical luxury choice, but its RM1,637 annual road tax is only RM476 lower.
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if 523 hp, 650 Nm, adaptive cruise control and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than SUV space and comfort kit.
Pick the BMW X6 if you want the larger 580-litre boot, panoramic roof, rear window shades and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; BMW X6 RM734,800.
- Performance: BMW M3 Touring 523 hp, 650 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds; BMW X6 335 hp, 450 Nm and 5.4 seconds.
- Size: BMW M3 Touring is 4,801 mm long and 1,446 mm tall; BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long and 1,700 mm tall.
- Boot and fuel tank: BMW M3 Touring has 500 litres and 59 litres; BMW X6 has 580 litres and 83 litres.
- Road tax: BMW M3 Touring RM2,113 per year; BMW X6 RM1,637 per year.
- Cruise control: BMW M3 Touring gets adaptive cruise control; BMW X6 has passive cruise control.
M3 Touring
- 523 hp and 650 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds.
- Adaptive M Suspension and an M Sport Differential.
- Adaptive cruise control and a 500-litre boot.
- RM164,000 dearer to buy.
- 80 litres less boot space and a 24-litre smaller fuel tank.
- No panoramic glass roof, rear window shades or rear air-con dual-zone control.
X6
- 580-litre boot and 83-litre fuel tank.
- Panoramic glass roof, rear window shades and power doors.
- RM164,000 lower purchase price and RM476 lower annual road tax.
- 188 hp and 200 Nm down on the M3 Touring, taking 1.8 seconds longer to reach 100 km/h.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control.
- 315 kg heavier, 159 mm taller and 157 mm wider.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM734,800✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 523 hp✓ | 335 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 450 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 12 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic Sport |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds✓ | 5.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,960 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,975 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | 2,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 580 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 275/35R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 315/30R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | Adaptive M Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four 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 |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | RM1,637✓ |
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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M3 Touring vs X6 FAQ
Is the BMW M3 Touring or BMW X6 better?
The BMW M3 Touring is better for outright driving performance, delivering 523 hp and 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds. Choose the BMW X6 for its 580-litre boot, larger 83-litre tank, panoramic roof and lower entry price.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM164,000 more than the BMW X6. That extra money brings 188 hp more, 200 Nm more torque, adaptive cruise control and a 1.8-second advantage in the 0-100 km/h sprint.
Which has more luggage space, the BMW M3 Touring or BMW X6?
The BMW X6 has the larger boot at 580 litres, 80 litres more than the BMW M3 Touring’s 500 litres. Both have five seats and 40:20:40 split-folding rear backrests.