Verdict
The BMW M4 Coupe costs RM878,800, RM121,088 less than the RM999,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL, yet brings 530 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time against 375 hp, 480 Nm and 4.9 seconds. Its 440-litre boot is also far more useful than the SL’s 240 litres, while the AMG’s annual road tax is a much gentler RM376 versus RM2,113. Choose the M4 for pace, four-seat practicality and lower entry cost. The SL earns its premium with its convertible body, 275 km/h top speed, adaptive cruise control and four-year warranty.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe if you want 530 hp, 3.5-second acceleration and a 440-litre boot for RM121,088 less.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL if an open-top grand tourer, 275 km/h top speed, adaptive cruise control and lower annual road tax matter more than outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M4 Coupe RM878,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL RM999,888.
- Power and torque: BMW M4 Coupe 530 hp and 650 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 375 hp and 480 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: BMW M4 Coupe 3.5 seconds and 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 4.9 seconds and 275 km/h.
- Boot space: BMW M4 Coupe 440 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 240 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW M4 Coupe RM2,113; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL RM376.
- Warranty: BMW M4 Coupe two years; Mercedes-Benz AMG SL four years.
M4 Coupe
- 530 hp and 650 Nm with a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 440-litre boot and rear single-zone air-conditioning.
- All-wheel drive and M Adaptive Suspension.
- RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM376.
- 250 km/h top speed versus 275 km/h.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
AMG SL
- Convertible body and 275 km/h top speed.
- Adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- RM999,888 price is RM121,088 higher.
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the M4’s 3.5 seconds.
- 240-litre boot is 200 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM878,800✓ | RM999,888 |
| Body type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM376✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 530 hp✓ | 375 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 480 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 275 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,393 mm | 1,359 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 1,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres✓ | 240 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 275/35R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 305/30R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Forged Alloys | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Forged Alloys | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | Sports Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 Front Passenger Seat |
| 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 | Both Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Laserlight | Full LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon 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, Driver Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 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.
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M4 Coupe vs AMG SL FAQ
Is the BMW M4 Coupe or Mercedes-Benz AMG SL better?
The BMW M4 Coupe is the stronger choice for performance and usable luggage space, with 530 hp, 650 Nm, 3.5-second acceleration and a 440-litre boot. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL for its convertible body, 275 km/h top speed and four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL costs RM999,888, which is RM121,088 more than the BMW M4 Coupe at RM878,800.
Which is cheaper to tax each year in Malaysia?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is substantially cheaper to tax at RM376 per year. The BMW M4 Coupe is listed at RM2,113 per year, a difference of RM1,737.
