Verdict
At RM173,800, the BMW is RM27,745 dearer than the RM146,055 Peugeot, yet its 156 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre three-cylinder only beats the 215 hp/300 Nm 1.6 by 0.2 seconds to 100 km/h, at 8.6 seconds. The Peugeot is the rational Malaysian buy: its 536-litre boot is 106 litres larger and its 2,787-mm wheelbase is 117 mm longer. The BMW counters with a 40:20:40 rear seat, front-passenger ISOFIX and unlimited-mileage warranty cover, but the 408 brings autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want the marginally quicker 8.6-second sprint, a 40:20:40 rear bench and front-passenger ISOFIX.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want 215 hp, 300 Nm, a 536-litre boot and active safety systems for RM27,745 less.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Output: BMW 156 hp and 230 Nm; Peugeot 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 8.6 seconds; Peugeot 8.8 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW 430 litres; Peugeot 536 litres.
- Wheelbase: BMW 2,670 mm; Peugeot 2,787 mm.
- Warranty: BMW 2 years unlimited mileage plus 3-year unlimited-mileage extension; Peugeot 7 years or 200,000 km.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- 0-100 km/h is 0.2 seconds quicker
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat and front-passenger ISOFIX
- Power-adjustable front seats with driver memory
- RM27,745 more expensive
- Less power and torque: 156 hp/230 Nm versus 215 hp/300 Nm
- 430-litre boot is 106 litres smaller
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm from the 1.6-litre turbo four-cylinder
- 536-litre boot and 2,787-mm wheelbase
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring
- 0-100 km/h is 8.8 seconds versus the BMW's 8.6 seconds
- Manual front passenger seat versus the BMW's power-adjustable front seats
- 60:40 rear-seat split is less flexible than 40:20:40
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800 | RM146,055✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp at 4,900 rpm | 215 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 300 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds✓ | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 536 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Driver Powered Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 7 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.
Used 2 Series Gran Coupe & 408 for sale
2 Series Gran Coupe vs 408 FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Peugeot 408 better?
The Peugeot 408 is the better buy for power, boot capacity, active safety and price. Choose the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for its slightly quicker acceleration, 40:20:40 rear seat and front-passenger ISOFIX.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM27,745 more than the Peugeot 408.
Which car has better safety equipment?
The Peugeot 408 has the stronger active-safety list, adding autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring. The BMW has lane-keeping warning only, although both cars have six airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.
