Verdict
At RM898,800, the BMW M3 Touring costs RM400,000 more than the RM498,800 Range Rover Evoque, but it is a very different proposition: 523 hp, 650 Nm and 3.6 seconds to 100 km/h versus 200 hp, 320 Nm and 8.6 seconds. The Evoque makes more practical sense for many Malaysian families, with a 591-litre boot, a 67-litre tank and five-year warranty. Yet the BMW’s 500-litre wagon body still seats five, adds a 360-degree camera and auto parking, and delivers a far sharper performance brief.
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if 523 hp, 650 Nm, a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time and wagon versatility justify the RM400,000 premium.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you want the larger 591-litre boot, lower RM439 annual road tax and five-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; Range Rover Evoque RM498,800.
- Output: BMW M3 Touring 523 hp and 650 Nm; Range Rover Evoque 200 hp and 320 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M3 Touring 3.6 seconds; Range Rover Evoque 8.6 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW M3 Touring 500 litres; Range Rover Evoque 591 litres.
- Road tax per year: BMW M3 Touring RM2,113; Range Rover Evoque RM439.
- Warranty: BMW M3 Touring two years with unlimited mileage; Range Rover Evoque five years/150,000 km.
M3 Touring
- 523 hp and 650 Nm with all-wheel drive
- 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM400,000 dearer
- RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM439
- 500-litre boot is 91 litres smaller
Range Rover Evoque
- 591-litre boot and 67-litre fuel tank
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- Lower RM439 annual road tax
- 200 hp and 320 Nm trail the BMW’s 523 hp and 650 Nm
- 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 5.0 seconds slower
- Reverse camera only; the BMW adds a 360-degree camera and auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM498,800✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 523 hp✓ | 200 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 216 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | — |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Power 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 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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M3 Touring vs Range Rover Evoque FAQ
Is the BMW M3 Touring or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque better?
The BMW is better for outright pace, with 523 hp and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time. The Evoque is the more rational family choice, bringing a 591-litre boot, lower road tax and a five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM400,000 more than the Range Rover Evoque.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Range Rover Evoque has the bigger boot at 591 litres, 91 litres more than the BMW M3 Touring’s 500 litres.