Verdict
At RM623,800, the BMW M2 Coupe costs RM327,800 more than the RM296,000 Toyota GR86, but brings a 473 hp, 600 Nm twin-turbo 3.0 litre inline-six and 4.1-second 0-100 km/h pace. The GR86 is the more accessible rear-drive coupe, 434 kg lighter at 1,291 kg and fitted with a six-speed manual. Its 234 hp naturally aspirated 2.4 litre engine cannot match the BMW’s outright shove, while the M2 also supplies a 390-litre boot, adaptive suspension and more active safety kit. Budget for the BMW’s RM2,113 annual road tax against RM767 for the Toyota.
Pick the BMW M2 Coupe if 473 hp, 600 Nm, an eight-speed automatic and a 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the RM327,800 premium.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you want a 1,291 kg rear-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, lower RM767 road tax and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M2 Coupe RM623,800; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Output: BMW M2 Coupe 473 hp and 600 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M2 Coupe 4.1 seconds; Toyota GR86 6.3 seconds.
- Kerb weight: BMW M2 Coupe 1,725 kg; Toyota GR86 1,291 kg.
- Boot space: BMW M2 Coupe 390 litres; Toyota GR86 226 litres.
- Warranty: BMW M2 Coupe two years/unlimited mileage; Toyota GR86 five years/150,000 km.
M2 Coupe
- 473 hp and 600 Nm from a twin-turbo 3.0 litre inline-six.
- 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and auto parking.
- RM327,800 more expensive and RM2,113 annual road tax versus RM767.
- 434 kg heavier than the GR86.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
GR86
- Six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
- 434 kg lighter than the M2 Coupe.
- Seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag, plus a full-size spare tyre.
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the M2 Coupe’s 473 hp and 600 Nm.
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.2 seconds slower.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, and only 226 litres of boot space.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM623,800 | RM296,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM767✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Twin-turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 473 hp at 6,250 rpm✓ | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 600 Nm at 2,650 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,403 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,747 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,725 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 390 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/30R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Double-spoke Style 930 M Black Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Prevention, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver-side Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Foldable |
| 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 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 2 Front |
| Audio | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 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 | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Wireless Phone Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 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.
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M2 Coupe vs GR86 FAQ
Is the BMW M2 Coupe or Toyota GR86 better?
The BMW M2 Coupe is better for outright pace, driver assistance and carrying luggage, with 473 hp, 4.1-second acceleration and a 390-litre boot. The Toyota GR86 is the better fit for a lower-cost manual rear-drive coupe, weighing 1,291 kg.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M2 Coupe costs RM327,800 more than the Toyota GR86. Its annual road tax is also RM1,346 higher: RM2,113 against RM767.
Which car has the better warranty?
The Toyota GR86 has the longer manufacturer warranty at five years or 150,000 km. The BMW M2 Coupe has two years of unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, with a further three-year extended warranty listed.
