Verdict
At RM730,800 versus RM846,800, the RM116,000 gap buys the BMW M3 G80 72 hp and 100 Nm more, all-wheel drive and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time, against 4.1 seconds for the BMW M3 F80. It also brings pedestrian-capable autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a reversing camera. But the F80 is 220 kg lighter, rear-wheel drive and rated at 8.3 L/100 km rather than 10.1. For a Malaysian buyer who values the sharper numbers and lower running consumption, the older car remains the more rational M3.
F80
Pick the BMW M3 F80 if you want rear-wheel drive, a 1,635 kg kerb weight and a lower RM730,800 price.
G80
Pick the BMW M3 G80 if you want 503 hp, all-wheel drive, a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially more active safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 F80 RM730,800; BMW M3 G80 RM846,800.
- Output: BMW M3 F80 431 hp and 550 Nm; BMW M3 G80 503 hp and 650 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M3 F80 4.1 seconds; BMW M3 G80 3.5 seconds.
- Driveline and transmission: BMW M3 F80 rear-wheel drive with seven-speed M DCT; BMW M3 G80 all-wheel drive with eight-speed M Steptronic.
- Rated economy and CO2: BMW M3 F80 8.3 L/100 km and 194 g/km; BMW M3 G80 10.1 L/100 km and 230 g/km.
- Weight: BMW M3 F80 1,635 kg; BMW M3 G80 1,855 kg.
F80
- RM116,000 lower asking price.
- 1,635 kg weight and rear-wheel drive.
- Better rated economy at 8.3 L/100 km.
- Slower 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time and 72 hp less.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system or reverse camera.
- Four 19-inch sensors versus the G80's six front and six rear sensors.
G80
- 503 hp, 650 Nm and 3.5-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- All-wheel drive plus selectable 4WD, 4WD Sport and 2WD modes.
- Autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, rear cross traffic alert and auto parking.
- RM116,000 more expensive.
- Rated at 10.1 L/100 km, versus 8.3 L/100 km.
- 220 kg heavier at 1,855 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM730,800✓ | RM846,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,078✓ | RM2,113 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,979 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 431 hp | 503 hp✓ |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed M Double Clutch Transmission | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 seconds | 3.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km✓ | 10.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 194 g/km✓ | 230 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,671 mm | 4,794 mm |
| Width | 1,877 mm | 1,903 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,812 mm | 2,857 mm |
| Weight | 1,635 kg | 1,855 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 59 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 480 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R19 | 275/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R19 | 285/30R20 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Super Sport Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437M Alloy | 19" Double-spoke Style 826 M Two-tone Forged Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Double-spoke style 437M Alloy | 20" Double-spoke Style 826 M Two-tone Forged Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, Active M Differential | Adaptive M Suspension, Active M Differential, 4WD, 4WD Sport and 2WD Modes |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — F30 BMW 3 Series | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — F30 BMW 3 Series | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Attentiveness Assistant, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Prevention, Active Protection |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | Laser Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (11 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, Hard Disk storage, MP3 decoder, 8.8" monitor operated by iDrive Touch, Bluetooth, USB + 16 Speaker Harman Kardon Surround sound system with digital amplifier | BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 10.25" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller, Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 12-speaker 360W Harman Kardon 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 with Smartphone Key and Proximity Auto Lock/Unlock |
| 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 | Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | 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 |
| Parking Brake | — | 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 | — | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
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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F80 vs G80 FAQ
Is the BMW M3 F80 or BMW M3 G80 better?
The BMW M3 G80 is better for outright performance, all-wheel-drive traction and safety equipment. The BMW M3 F80 makes more sense if lower price, 220 kg less weight, rear-wheel drive and its 8.3 L/100 km economy rating matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 G80 costs RM116,000 more than the BMW M3 F80. That gap brings 503 hp instead of 431 hp, 650 Nm instead of 550 Nm, all-wheel drive and active safety systems absent from the F80.
Which BMW M3 is more fuel efficient?
The BMW M3 F80 is rated at 8.3 L/100 km, beating the BMW M3 G80's 10.1 L/100 km. Its CO2 figure is also lower, at 194 g/km against 230 g/km.
