Verdict
At RM263,600, the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI costs RM4,200 less while matching the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2’s 184 hp, 300 Nm, 1,998 cc turbo petrol four, eight-speed rear-drive drivetrain and 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time. It also gets M Sport suspension lowered by 10 mm and Variable Sport Steering. The RM267,800 G20 LCI 2 spends its extra money on useful cabin kit: 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio, proximity lock/unlock and rear-seat belt reminders. There is no performance gain for the extra outlay.
Pick the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI if you want the lower RM263,600 price and its 10 mm-lower M Sport suspension with Variable Sport Steering.
Pick the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 if 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound, proximity locking and all-seat belt reminders matter more than saving RM4,200.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI RM263,600; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 RM267,800.
- Audio: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has six speakers; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 has an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system.
- Rear tyres: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI uses 255/40R18 tyres; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 uses 225/45R18 tyres.
- Seat belt reminder: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI covers front seats only; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 covers all seats.
- Suspension: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has M Sport suspension lowered by 10 mm and Variable Sport Steering; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 has neither item listed.
- Door locking: BMW 3 Series G20 LCI has keyless operation; BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 adds proximity lock/unlock.
G20 LCI
- RM4,200 lower purchase price.
- M Sport suspension is 10 mm lower and includes Variable Sport Steering.
- Rated at 6.4 L/100 km and 145 g/km CO2.
- Six-speaker audio versus the G20 LCI 2’s 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system.
- Front-seat-only belt reminders instead of reminders for all seats.
- No proximity lock/unlock function.
G20 LCI 2
- 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system.
- Proximity lock/unlock adds to keyless operation.
- Seat belt reminders cover all seats.
- Costs RM4,200 more despite the same 184 hp, 300 Nm and 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- No 10 mm-lower M Sport suspension or Variable Sport Steering is listed.
| 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 | 184 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | — | 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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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 locking and all-seat belt reminders. The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI is the sharper value choice, with identical power and acceleration for RM4,200 less plus M Sport suspension.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI costs RM263,600 and the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 costs RM267,800, so the difference is RM4,200.
Which one has the better warranty cover?
Both have a two-year unlimited-mileage factory warranty. The BMW 3 Series G20 LCI 2 also lists a five-year unlimited-mileage extended warranty, while no extended warranty is listed for the BMW 3 Series G20 LCI.
