Verdict
At RM623,800, the BMW M2 Coupe undercuts the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE’s RM722,888 by RM99,088, yet brings 473 hp and 600 Nm against 443 hp and 560 Nm. It is also 275 kg lighter and reaches 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, a tenth ahead of the AMG. The Mercedes counters with all-wheel drive, a 65-litre tank, 420-litre boot and a much longer 2,875 mm wheelbase. For the Malaysian buyer after the sharper performance numbers at a lower entry price, the M2 is the clear call; the CLE makes sense for its extra space and touring equipment.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if you want 473 hp, rear-wheel drive and a 275 kg weight advantage while saving RM99,088.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if all-wheel drive, a 420-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera matter more than outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888.
- Power and torque: BMW 473 hp and 600 Nm; Mercedes-Benz 443 hp and 560 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 4.1 seconds; Mercedes-Benz 4.2 seconds.
- Driveline: BMW rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz all-wheel drive.
- Kerb weight: BMW 1,725 kg; Mercedes-Benz 2,000 kg.
- Boot space: BMW 390 litres; Mercedes-Benz 420 litres.
M2 Coupe
- RM99,088 cheaper
- 473 hp and 600 Nm
- 275 kg lighter with a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Rear-wheel drive rather than the Mercedes’ all-wheel drive
- Smaller 390-litre boot versus 420 litres
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control
AMG CLE
- All-wheel drive
- 420-litre boot and 65-litre fuel tank
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- RM99,088 more expensive
- 30 hp and 40 Nm down on the BMW
- 275 kg heavier and 0.1 seconds slower to 100 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800✓ | RM722,888 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113✓ | RM2,128 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp at 6,250 rpm✓ | 443 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 600 Nm at 2,650 rpm✓ | 560 Nm at 560 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds✓ | 4.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,853 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 2,042 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,875 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 420 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 265/35R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 295/30R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | AMG Ride Control Suspension with Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two 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 | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger | — |
| 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.
Used M2 Coupe & AMG CLE for sale
M2 Coupe vs AMG CLE FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE better?
The BMW M2 Coupe is the stronger performance buy: it costs RM99,088 less, has 473 hp and 600 Nm, weighs 1,725 kg and does 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. Choose the AMG CLE for all-wheel drive and more space.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM722,888, which is RM99,088 more than the BMW M2 Coupe at RM623,800.
Which coupe is more practical?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is more practical on the numbers, with a 420-litre boot versus 390 litres, a 2,875 mm wheelbase versus 2,747 mm, and a 65-litre fuel tank versus 52 litres.
