Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the G60 is the more complete daily executive sedan: its 208 hp mild-hybrid petrol four-cylinder cuts the 0-100 km/h run to 7.5 seconds, while autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering lane correction and a 360-degree camera materially reduce the workload. The F10 LCI fights back with 400 Nm from 1,750 rpm, a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy figure, 520 litres of boot space and a 2,968 mm wheelbase. It is the more practical long-haul diesel choice; the G60 is the safer, better-equipped new-generation car.
Pick the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI if you want 400 Nm diesel torque, rated 4.5 L/100 km economy and the larger 520-litre boot.
Pick the BMW 5 Series G60 if you want the quicker 7.5-second sprint plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, active cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Performance: F10 LCI 190 hp and 7.9 seconds to 100 km/h; G60 208 hp and 7.5 seconds.
- Torque: F10 LCI 400 Nm at 1,750 rpm; G60 330 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Fuel economy: F10 LCI diesel is rated at 4.5 L/100 km; G60 petrol mild hybrid has no rated figure.
- Length: F10 LCI 4,907 mm; G60 5,060 mm.
- Wheelbase and boot: F10 LCI 2,968 mm and 520 litres; G60 2,900 mm and 490 litres.
- Parking and driver assistance: F10 LCI has four front and four rear sensors with no reverse camera; G60 has six front and six rear sensors, a 360-degree camera…
F10 LCI
- 400 Nm diesel torque from 1,750 rpm
- Rated 4.5 L/100 km fuel economy
- 520-litre boot and 2,968 mm wheelbase
- Slower 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning or lane-keeping assistance
- No reverse camera; only four sensors at each end
G60
- 208 hp mild-hybrid petrol powertrain and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane correction
- 360-degree camera, active cruise control and 14.9-inch curved display
- 330 Nm is 70 Nm down on the F10 LCI
- 490-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
- 2,900 mm wheelbase is 68 mm shorter despite the longer body
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM317,800✓ | RM340,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM378✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Commonrail turbodiesel with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 190 hp at 4,000 rpm | 208 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 330 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic | Eight-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 231 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | 119 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,907 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,968 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,690 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 490 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 613M Alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 613M Alloy | 19" Style-934 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Damping Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, 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 two rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Fold-down Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 12GB Hard Disk storage, 10.2" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 12 Speaker HiFi System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 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 | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
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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F10 LCI vs G60 FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series F10 LCI or BMW 5 Series G60 better?
The G60 is better for safety, parking assistance and performance, with 208 hp, a 7.5-second sprint, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Choose the F10 LCI for its 400 Nm diesel torque, rated 4.5 L/100 km economy and larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The G60 costs RM23,000 more: RM340,800 versus RM317,800 for the F10 LCI. The gap buys stronger driver assistance, a 360-degree camera, active cruise control, a larger display and a faster 0-100 km/h time.
Which one has the better rear-seat and luggage practicality?
The F10 LCI has the longer 2,968 mm wheelbase and a 520-litre boot, against the G60's 2,900 mm wheelbase and 490-litre boot. The G60 counters with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and dual-zone rear climate control.
