Verdict
The BMW M5 F90 is the sharper financial and performance case for a Malaysian buyer: RM190,000 less buys a 1,855 kg sedan that reaches 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and retains a 530-litre boot. The BMW M5 G90 costs RM1,200,800, is 655 kg heavier and is 0.1 seconds slower to 100 km/h, but its 22.1 kWh battery, 67 km EV range and 194 hp electric motor bring plug-in capability. It also adds meaningful driver assistance and a 360-degree camera. Choose by use, not badge age.
Pick the BMW M5 F90 if you want the RM1,010,800 M5 with lower weight, quicker 0-100 km/h performance and the larger boot.
Pick the BMW M5 G90 if you want 67 km of EV range, plug-in hybrid assistance and newer safety and cabin hardware.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M5 F90 RM1,010,800; BMW M5 G90 RM1,200,800.
- Weight: BMW M5 F90 1,855 kg; BMW M5 G90 2,510 kg.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M5 F90 3.4 seconds; BMW M5 G90 3.5 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW M5 F90 530 litres; BMW M5 G90 466 litres.
- Fuel tank: BMW M5 F90 76 litres; BMW M5 G90 60 litres.
- Electrification: BMW M5 F90 has no motor or EV range; BMW M5 G90 has one 194 hp/280 Nm motor, a 22.1 kWh battery and 67 km EV range.
F90
- RM190,000 cheaper.
- 655 kg lighter and 0.1 seconds quicker to 100 km/h.
- 530-litre boot and 76-litre fuel tank.
- No plug-in hybrid system, EV range or 7.4 kW AC charging.
- Warning-only lane keeping and no blind-spot information system.
- No 360-degree camera or split-folding rear seat.
G90
- 22.1 kWh battery, 67 km EV range and 7.4 kW AC charging.
- Blind-spot information, steering-correction lane keeping and a 360-degree camera.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, 14.9-inch display and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio.
- RM190,000 more expensive.
- 2,510 kg kerb weight is 655 kg above the F90.
- 466-litre boot and 60-litre tank are smaller than the F90's 530 litres and 76 litres.
What the F90 has over the G90
What the G90 has over the F90
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The F90's wheelbase is 125 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The F90 is 156 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the F90: 530 litres against 466.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,010,800✓ | RM1,200,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM8,408 | RM8,408 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM10,320/mo✓ | RM12,260/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM26,724✓ | RM31,664 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM4,179 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM20.90 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM196,555 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Lift, plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 4,395 cc |
| Horsepower | 592 hp at 5,600 rpm✓ | 591 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 88.3 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 194 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 22.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 67 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic with Steptronic | M Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.4 seconds✓ | 3.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 10.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 241 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,966 mm | 5,096 mm |
| Width | 2,126 mm | 1,970 mm |
| Height | 1,473 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,982 mm | 2,857 mm |
| Weight | 1,855 kg | 2,510 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 530 litres✓ | 466 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 265/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 295/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Hankook S1 evo Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 706M Alloy | 20" M Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 706M Alloy | 21" M Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Sport suspension - Variable Damper Control | M Adaptive Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual 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 outer two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Automatic braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seat | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window sun shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, Gesture Control, 16-speaker 600W Harman Kardon surround sound system | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Qi Charger, BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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F90 vs G90 FAQ
Is the BMW M5 F90 or BMW M5 G90 better?
The F90 is better for outright value, lower mass and luggage capacity: it is RM190,000 cheaper, 655 kg lighter and has a 530-litre boot. The G90 is better if 67 km EV range and its added driver-assistance hardware matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M5 G90 costs RM1,200,800, which is RM190,000 more than the BMW M5 F90 at RM1,010,800.
Can the BMW M5 G90 drive on electric power?
Yes. The G90 is a plug-in hybrid with one 194 hp, 280 Nm electric motor, a 22.1 kWh battery and a quoted 67 km EV range. The F90 is petrol-only.
Which has the better warranty?
The F90 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the G90.