Verdict
At RM898,800, the BMW M3 Touring costs RM60,088 less and is the quicker choice, reaching 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds against the Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s 4.7 seconds. The G-Class counters with a 116-kWh battery, 473 km EV range and 200-kW DC charging, while its RM1,340 annual road tax undercuts the BMW’s RM2,113. It also carries 667 litres of luggage to the BMW’s 500 litres. Malaysian buyers after rapid five-seat practicality should take the BMW; those committed to electric driving and a taller SUV package should choose the Mercedes-Benz.
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if you want the RM60,088 saving, 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed in a five-seat wagon.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want electric propulsion, 473 km of stated range, 200-kW DC charging and a larger 667-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M3 Touring 3.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4.7 seconds.
- Powertrain: BMW M3 Touring 523 hp/650 Nm 2,993 cc twin-turbo petrol; Mercedes-Benz G-Class four motors with 579 hp/1,164 Nm.
- Luggage space: BMW M3 Touring 500 litres; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 667 litres.
- Warranty: BMW M3 Touring two years unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz G-Class four years unlimited mileage plus a 10-year/250,000 km battery warranty.
- Road tax per year: BMW M3 Touring RM2,113; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM1,340.
M3 Touring
- RM60,088 lower purchase price
- Quicker 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed
- Powered boot, head-up display and auto parking
- 500-litre boot is 167 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years
- No sunroof, while the G-Class has a front tilt-and-slide unit
G-Class
- 116-kWh battery, 473 km range and 200-kW DC charging
- 667-litre boot and lower RM1,340 annual road tax
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty plus 10-year/250,000 km battery cover
- Costs RM60,088 more
- 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time trails the BMW by 1.1 seconds
- 180 km/h top speed is 70 km/h lower
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800✓ | RM958,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM1,340✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | — |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 523 hp | — |
| Torque | 650 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 4 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 1,164 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 473 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds✓ | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | 3,085 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 275/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 275/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Falken Azenis FK520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | De Dion Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | 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 | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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M3 Touring vs G-Class FAQ
Is the BMW M3 Touring or Mercedes-Benz G-Class better?
The BMW M3 Touring is better for outright acceleration, top speed and lower purchase price. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is better for electric driving, luggage capacity, stated 473 km range and longer warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM958,888, which is RM60,088 more than the RM898,800 BMW M3 Touring.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the larger boot at 667 litres, 167 litres more than the BMW M3 Touring’s 500 litres. The BMW uses a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat, while the Mercedes uses a 60:40 split.
