Verdict
At RM263,600, the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI costs RM4,200 less yet matches the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 for its 184 hp, 300 Nm, rear-wheel drive layout and 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The cheaper car also gets M Sport suspension lowered by 10 mm and staggered 225/45R18 front and 255/40R18 rear tyres. The RM267,800 BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 answers with an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system, proximity lock/unlock and a three-year extended warranty. Pick on priorities, not pace.
Pick the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI if you want the RM4,200 saving, M Sport suspension and staggered Michelin tyres.
Pick the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 if the 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio, proximity access and three-year extended warranty matter more.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI RM263,600; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 RM267,800.
- Tyres: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI uses 225/45R18 front and 255/40R18 rear Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ZP tyres; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 uses 225/45R18 Hankook Ventus s1…
- Suspension: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has M Sport suspension lowered by 10 mm plus Variable Sport Steering; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 has no chassis note listed.
- Audio: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has a six-speaker system; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 has an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system.
- Locking: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has keyless operation; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 adds proximity lock/unlock.
- Warranty: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has a two-year manufacturer warranty with no extended term; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 adds a three-year unlimited-mileage extended…
G20 LCI
- RM4,200 lower purchase price
- M Sport suspension is 10 mm lower with Variable Sport Steering
- Staggered Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ZP tyres
- Six-speaker audio versus the other car's 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system
- No proximity lock/unlock
- No three-year extended warranty
G20 LCI 2
- 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system
- Proximity lock/unlock
- Three-year unlimited-mileage extended warranty
- Costs RM4,200 more
- No M Sport suspension or Variable Sport Steering listed
- Uses square 225/45R18 tyres rather than the other car's staggered 225/45R18 and 255/40R18 set-up
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM263,600✓ | RM267,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp at 5,000 rpm | 184 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,350 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,350 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Steptronic Sport | Steptronic Sport |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 235 km/h | 235 km/h |
| Co2 | 145 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,709 mm | 4,709 mm |
| Width | 1,827 mm | 1,827 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,851 mm | 2,851 mm |
| Weight | 1,590 kg | 1,590 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 59 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 480 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R18 | 225/45R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ZP | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" M Double-spoke style 848 M Bicolour | 18" V-spoke Style 780 Bicolour Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" M Double-spoke style 848 M Bicolour | 18" V-spoke Style 780 Bicolour Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Sport suspension - 10mm lower, Variable Sport Steering | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with High beam assistant | LED Projectors with High beam Assistant |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 6 Speaker | 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist |
| 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 | 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.
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G20 LCI vs G20 LCI 2 FAQ
Is the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI or BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 better?
The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 is better equipped with Bowers & Wilkins audio, proximity access and extended warranty. The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI is the sharper value choice, retaining identical 184 hp, 300 Nm and 7.4-second performance for RM4,200 less.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI is RM263,600 and the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 is RM267,800, a difference of RM4,200.
Are the two cars equally quick?
Yes. Both use a 1,998 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 184 hp and 300 Nm, drive the rear wheels through an eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic, and reach 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds.
