Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM118,191 jump to the BMW M2 Coupe G87 brings a substantial 103 hp and 135 Nm increase, plus a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time against 4.3 seconds. It also adds adaptive suspension, a much broader active-safety suite and a 14.9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The BMW M2 Coupe F87 LCI remains the lighter choice at 1,595 kg, 130 kg below the G87, and carries five years of manufacturer warranty with free scheduled maintenance, but its standard safety kit is plainly older.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe F87 LCI if you want the RM118,191 lower entry price, 130 kg less mass and a five-year manufacturer warranty with free scheduled maintenance.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe G87 if you want 473 hp, 600 Nm, adaptive suspension and modern driver assistance for the extra outlay.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe F87 LCI RM505,609; BMW M2 Coupe G87 RM623,800.
- Power and torque: F87 LCI 370 hp and 465 Nm; G87 473 hp and 600 Nm.
- Acceleration and weight: F87 LCI 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and 1,595 kg; G87 4.1 seconds and 1,725 kg.
- Transmission: F87 LCI seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission; G87 eight-speed M Steptronic automatic.
- Dimensions: F87 LCI is 4,468 mm long on a 2,693 mm wheelbase; G87 is 4,580 mm long on a 2,747 mm wheelbase.
- Driver assistance: F87 LCI has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; G87 has autonomous braking, steering correction, blind-spot information and rear…
F87 LCI
- RM118,191 cheaper to buy
- 130 kg lighter
- Five-year manufacturer warranty with free scheduled maintenance
- 103 hp and 135 Nm down on the G87
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information or lane-keeping assist
- Older 8.8-inch infotainment system lacks Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
G87
- 473 hp and 600 Nm
- Adaptive M Suspension and 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 14.9-inch touchscreen, head-up display and active safety systems
- Costs RM118,191 more
- 130 kg heavier
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM505,609✓ | RM623,800 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,078✓ | RM2,113 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,979 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 370 hp at 6,500 rpm | 473 hp at 6,250 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 465 Nm at 1,400 rpm | 600 Nm at 2,650 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 89.6 mm | 84 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed M Double Clutch Transmission | M Steptronic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 185 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 1,887 mm |
| Height | 1,410 mm | 1,403 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,693 mm | 2,747 mm |
| Weight | 1,595 kg | 1,725 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres | 390 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/35R19 | 285/30R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Super Sport | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437 Alloy | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437 Alloy | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Sport suspension, Active M Differential | Adaptive M Suspension |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Audio | 8.8" Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch, Harman Kardon Surround Sound System with 12 Speakers (360W) | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, with Reversing Assist |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger |
| 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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F87 LCI vs G87 FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe F87 LCI or BMW M2 Coupe G87 better?
The BMW M2 Coupe G87 is better equipped and markedly stronger, with 473 hp, 600 Nm, adaptive suspension and active safety assistance. Choose the F87 LCI if lower purchase cost, lower weight and its five-year manufacturer warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe G87 costs RM118,191 more than the BMW M2 Coupe F87 LCI. That gap brings 103 hp, 135 Nm, an eight-speed automatic, adaptive suspension, active safety assistance and newer infotainment.
Which M2 has the better safety equipment?
The BMW M2 Coupe G87 has the better safety equipment. It adds autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot information, steering correction, rear cross-traffic alert and tyre-pressure monitoring; the F87 LCI does not list these systems.
