Verdict
The RM104,912 premium for the BMW M2 Coupe buys a very different brief: 473 hp and 600 Nm from its 3.0-litre twin-turbo six, rear-wheel drive and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes-Benz CLE is the more rational Malaysian coupe at RM518,888, with a 255 hp 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain, all-wheel drive, 460-litre boot and a far lower RM380 annual road tax. It also brings a panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats and adaptive cruise control. Pick the BMW for serious pace; pick the Mercedes for everyday comfort and lower running costs.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if 473 hp, 600 Nm, rear-wheel drive and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than price, road tax and cabin amenities.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz CLE if you want to save RM104,912, carry more in its 460-litre boot and get all-wheel drive, adaptive cruise control and a four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Mercedes-Benz CLE RM518,888.
- Power and torque: BMW M2 Coupe 473 hp/600 Nm; Mercedes-Benz CLE 255 hp/400 Nm, plus a 23 hp/205 Nm motor.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M2 Coupe 4.1 seconds; Mercedes-Benz CLE 6.2 seconds.
- Driveline: BMW M2 Coupe rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz CLE all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: BMW M2 Coupe 390 litres; Mercedes-Benz CLE 460 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW M2 Coupe RM2,113; Mercedes-Benz CLE RM380.
M2 Coupe
- 473 hp and 600 Nm from a 2,993 cc twin-turbo petrol engine.
- 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time, 2.1 seconds quicker.
- Adaptive M Suspension and staggered 19-inch front/20-inch rear wheels.
- Costs RM104,912 more.
- RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM380.
- Smaller 390-litre boot and no panoramic glass roof, front-seat ventilation or adaptive cruise control.
CLE
- RM518,888 price and RM380 annual road tax.
- 460-litre boot, 70 litres more than the BMW.
- Panoramic glass roof, heated and ventilated front seats, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 255 hp and 400 Nm trail the BMW's 473 hp and 600 Nm.
- 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.1 seconds slower.
- No listed adaptive suspension; it runs 19-inch wheels front and rear versus the BMW's 20-inch rear wheels.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800 | RM518,888✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM380✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp✓ | 255 hp |
| Torque | 600 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds✓ | 6.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,850 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 275/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 19" AMG Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point with Illumination and Front Belt Feeder |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available for Rear 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 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 |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| 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 (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-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 | Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist | Yes |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | 6 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 & CLE for sale
M2 Coupe vs CLE FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Mercedes-Benz CLE better?
The BMW M2 Coupe is better for outright performance, reaching 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds with 473 hp. The Mercedes-Benz CLE is better for daily usability, with all-wheel drive, a 460-litre boot, more comfort equipment and much lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM623,800 and the Mercedes-Benz CLE costs RM518,888, so the BMW is RM104,912 more expensive.
Which coupe is cheaper to tax each year?
The Mercedes-Benz CLE is considerably cheaper to tax at RM380 per year. The BMW M2 Coupe's annual road tax is RM2,113, a difference of RM1,733 each year.
