Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM240,720 gap is substantial: the newer G90 brings plug-in hybrid running, a 22.1 kWh battery, 67 km EV range and a 727 PS/1,000 Nm system output, but weighs 2,510 kg. The F90 LCI is 540 kg lighter, reaches 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds rather than 3.5 seconds, and carries 530 litres of luggage. Pick the G90 for electric commuting and newer cabin hardware; pick the F90 LCI if the sharper numbers, larger boot and lower entry price matter more.
F90 LCI
Pick the BMW M5 F90 LCI if you want the RM960,080 entry point, a 1,970 kg kerb weight and 530-litre boot.
G90
Pick the BMW M5 G90 if you want 67 km of EV range, adaptive cruise control and a 14.9-inch curved display.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M5 F90 LCI RM960,080; BMW M5 G90 RM1,200,800.
- Powertrain: F90 LCI petrol twin-turbo 4.4 litre V8; G90 plug-in hybrid twin-turbo 4.4 litre V8 with one 194 hp, 280 Nm motor.
- Kerb weight: F90 LCI 1,970 kg; G90 2,510 kg.
- 0-100 km/h: F90 LCI 3.4 seconds; G90 3.5 seconds.
- Boot space: F90 LCI 530 litres; G90 466 litres.
- Rear wheels: F90 LCI 20-inch alloys; G90 21-inch alloys.
F90 LCI
- 540 kg lighter than the G90.
- Quicker 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Larger 530-litre boot and 76-litre fuel tank.
- Passive cruise control versus the G90's adaptive cruise control.
- No 360-degree camera or split-folding rear seat.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and 16-speaker Harman Kardon system versus 14.9-inch display and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio.
G90
- 22.1 kWh battery, 7.4 kW AC charging and 67 km EV range.
- 727 PS and 1,000 Nm hybrid system output.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- RM240,720 more expensive.
- 540 kg heavier and 0.1 seconds slower to 100 km/h.
- 466-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank are smaller than the F90 LCI's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM960,080✓ | RM1,200,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM8,408 | RM8,408 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Lift, plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 4,395 cc |
| Horsepower | 592 hp at 5,600 rpm✓ | 591 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 88.3 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 194 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 22.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 67 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic | M Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.4 seconds✓ | 3.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 11.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 256 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,972 mm | 5,096 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,970 mm |
| Height | 1,473 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,982 mm | 2,857 mm |
| Weight | 1,970 kg | 2,510 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 530 litres✓ | 466 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R20 | 265/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 295/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4S | Hankook S1 evo Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 810 M Two-tone Alloy | 20" M Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 810 M Two-tone Alloy | 21" M Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, Active M Differential, 4WD, 4WD Sport and 2WD Modes | M Adaptive Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for outer two 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 |
| Safety Notes | Attentiveness Assistant, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Prevention | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated with Driver's Memory Function and Lumbar, Bolster and Cushion Adjustment | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seat | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (11 Colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 12.3" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 16-speaker 464W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Proximity Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control with Brake Function | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | — |
| 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 Service Package | — |
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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F90 LCI vs G90 FAQ
Is the BMW M5 F90 LCI or BMW M5 G90 better?
The G90 is better for plug-in hybrid commuting, its 67 km EV range and newer driver-assistance hardware. The F90 LCI is the better fit for a lighter 1,970 kg M5, faster 3.4-second sprint and larger 530-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M5 G90 costs RM240,720 more than the BMW M5 F90 LCI. That extra money brings the plug-in hybrid system, 22.1 kWh battery, 67 km EV range, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Which M5 has the more practical boot?
The F90 LCI has the larger boot at 530 litres, against 466 litres in the G90. The G90 counters with a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat, while the F90 LCI has a fixed rear bench.
