Verdict
The BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI is the leaner Malaysian buy at RM772,800, weighing 1,612 kg and measuring 4,671 mm long. But the RM106,000 step to the RM878,800 BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI brings a decisive 99 hp and 100 Nm advantage, all-wheel drive and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.1 seconds. It is also 123 mm longer and 188 kg heavier, so the older car remains the more compact proposition, with a marginally larger 445-litre boot.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI if you want the lower entry price, 188 kg less mass, a 445-litre boot and five years of manufacturer warranty with free scheduled maintenance.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI if you want 530 hp, 650 Nm, all-wheel drive, 3.5-second acceleration and modern safety hardware including pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI RM772,800; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI RM878,800.
- Output: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI 431 hp and 550 Nm; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI 530 hp and 650 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and driveline: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI 4.1 seconds, rear-wheel drive; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI 3.5 seconds, all-wheel drive.
- Weight and length: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI 1,612 kg and 4,671 mm; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI 1,800 kg and 4,794 mm.
- Transmission: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI eight-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic.
- Boot space: BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI 445 litres; BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI 440 litres.
F82 LCI
- RM106,000 less to buy.
- 188 kg lighter than the G82 LCI.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance.
- 431 hp and 550 Nm trail the G82 LCI's 530 hp and 650 Nm.
- Rear-wheel drive and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus all-wheel drive and 3.5 seconds.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction or 360-degree camera.
G82 LCI
- 530 hp, 650 Nm and 3.5-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic.
- Autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, steering correction and a 360-degree view monitor.
- RM106,000 more expensive.
- 188 kg heavier and 123 mm longer.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years for the F82 LCI.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM772,800✓ | RM878,800 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,078✓ | RM2,113 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,979 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 431 hp | 530 hp✓ |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed M Double Clutch Transmission | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds | 3.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 194 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,671 mm | 4,794 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,887 mm |
| Height | 1,383 mm | 1,393 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,812 mm | 2,857 mm |
| Weight | 1,612 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 59 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 445 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R19 | 285/35R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437M Alloy | 19" M Forged Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437M Alloy | 20" M Forged Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, Active M Differential | M Adaptive 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 | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Front Passenger Door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-Point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Laserlight |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade | — |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, Hard Disk storage, MP3 decoder, 8.8" monitor operated by iDrive Touch, Bluetooth, USB + 16 Speaker Harman Kardon Surround sound system with digital amplifier | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 | Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 5 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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F82 LCI vs G82 LCI FAQ
Is the BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI or BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI better?
The BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI is the stronger choice for outright performance and safety equipment: 530 hp, 650 Nm, all-wheel drive, 3.5-second acceleration and autonomous braking. Choose the F82 LCI for lower cost, lower weight and its longer manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI costs RM106,000 more than the BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI: RM878,800 against RM772,800.
Which M4 has the better warranty coverage?
The BMW M4 Coupe F82 LCI has a five-year manufacturer warranty and 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance. The BMW M4 Coupe G82 LCI has a two-year manufacturer warranty, with a five-year extended warranty listed.