Verdict
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs RM173,800, RM48,000 below the RM221,800 Toyota Camry, yet its 156 hp turbo three-cylinder reaches 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, 0.3 seconds ahead of the Camry’s 201 hp 2.5-litre. The Toyota is the more substantial family sedan: its 2,825 mm wheelbase is 155 mm longer and its 524-litre boot adds 94 litres. It also brings adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The BMW suits the buyer chasing lower road tax and a smaller, quicker sedan; the Camry earns its premium with space, safety kit and a five-year warranty.
Pick the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe if you want the RM90 annual road tax, 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 40:20:40 folding rear seats for RM48,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Camry if rear-seat space, a 524-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and a five-year manufacturer warranty matter more than the higher purchase price and RM867 road tax.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe RM173,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Performance: BMW 156 hp, 230 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds; Toyota 201 hp, 246 Nm and 8.9 seconds.
- Size: BMW wheelbase 2,670 mm and length 4,546 mm; Toyota wheelbase 2,825 mm and length 4,920 mm.
- Boot space: BMW 430 litres; Toyota 524 litres.
- Warranty: BMW two years manufacturer warranty, extendable to five years; Toyota five years manufacturer warranty.
- Road tax: BMW RM90 per year; Toyota RM867 per year.
2 Series Gran Coupe
- RM48,000 lower purchase price
- Quicker 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 230 km/h top speed
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and rear USB-C ports
- 430-litre boot is 94 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
- No blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking or adaptive cruise control
Camry
- Longer 2,825 mm wheelbase and 524-litre boot
- Adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking and blind-spot monitoring
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- RM48,000 higher purchase price
- RM867 annual road tax versus RM90
- 0-100 km/h takes 8.9 seconds, 0.3 seconds behind the BMW
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM173,800✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Dual-clutch | Direct Shift 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✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 2,070 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R18 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 10.7" BMW Operating System 9 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| 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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2 Series Gran Coupe vs Camry FAQ
Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Toyota Camry better?
The Toyota Camry is better for family use and active safety, with a longer wheelbase, 524-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and pre-collision braking. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is the better lower-cost choice, and is marginally quicker to 100 km/h.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM48,000 more than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: RM221,800 against RM173,800.
Which has lower running costs on road tax?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has far lower annual road tax at RM90, compared with RM867 for the Toyota Camry. That is a RM777 yearly difference.
