Verdict
The BMW M4 Coupe is the harder-edged choice on numbers alone: 530 hp, 650 Nm and 3.5 seconds to 100 km/h beat the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE’s 443 hp, 560 Nm and 4.2 seconds. It is also 200 kg lighter and carries 20 litres more boot space. But the RM155,912 saving on the AMG CLE is substantial, while it brings adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, seven airbags and a 20-hp electric motor. For Malaysian buyers who want outright pace, pay for the M4; for a better-equipped coupe at a far lower entry price, take the CLE.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe if 530 hp, a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time and a 440-litre boot matter more than the RM155,912 price gap.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE if you want to save RM155,912 while gaining adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and seven airbags.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M4 Coupe RM878,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE RM722,888.
- Output: BMW M4 Coupe 530 hp and 650 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 443 hp and 560 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M4 Coupe 3.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 4.2 seconds.
- Kerb weight: BMW M4 Coupe 1,800 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 2,000 kg.
- Boot space: BMW M4 Coupe 440 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 420 litres.
- Safety equipment: BMW M4 Coupe has six airbags and no blind-spot monitoring; Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE has seven airbags and blind-spot monitoring.
M4 Coupe
- 530 hp and 650 Nm
- 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 440-litre boot
- Costs RM155,912 more
- Has six airbags to the AMG CLE’s seven
- Lacks blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
AMG CLE
- RM155,912 lower price
- Seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- 20-hp electric motor and 65-litre fuel tank
- 443 hp trails the M4 Coupe’s 530 hp
- 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.7 seconds slower
- 200 kg heavier with a 420-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM878,800 | RM722,888✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113✓ | RM2,128 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, 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 | 530 hp at 6,250 rpm✓ | 443 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 650 Nm at 2,750 rpm✓ | 560 Nm at 560 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G automatic transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 4.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,853 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 2,042 mm |
| Height | 1,393 mm | 1,434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,875 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres✓ | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 265/35R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 295/30R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Forged Alloys | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Forged Alloys | 20" AMG Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Front Passenger Door | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Laserlight | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | 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 USB-C Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360 Surround View 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 | 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 M4 Coupe & AMG CLE for sale
M4 Coupe vs AMG CLE FAQ
Is the BMW M4 Coupe or Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE better?
The BMW M4 Coupe is better for performance, with 530 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h sprint. The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE is the more sensible equipment-led purchase, costing RM155,912 less while adding blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and a seventh airbag.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M4 Coupe costs RM878,800 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE costs RM722,888, so the BMW is RM155,912 more expensive.
Which coupe is quicker?
The BMW M4 Coupe is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds versus 4.2 seconds for the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE. It also has 530 hp and 650 Nm, against 443 hp and 560 Nm.
