Verdict
At RM878,800, the BMW M4 Coupe costs RM139,800 more than the RM739,000 Porsche Cayenne Coupe, yet it is the harder straight-line tool: 530 hp, 650 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds versus 350 hp, 500 Nm and 4.7 seconds. The Porsche counters with five seats, 698 litres of boot space and a 90 km EV range from its 25.9 kWh battery. For Malaysian use, the Cayenne’s CKD practicality and 11 kW AC charging matter more; the BMW is for drivers who prioritise pace over carrying capacity.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe if 3.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration, 530 hp and a lighter 1,800 kg coupe matter more than rear-seat and luggage space.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe if you need five seats, a 698-litre boot and up to 90 km of EV range while paying RM139,800 less.
Key differences
- Price: BMW RM878,800; Porsche RM739,000.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 3.5 seconds; Porsche 4.7 seconds.
- Power and torque: BMW 530 hp and 650 Nm; Porsche 350 hp and 500 Nm.
- Seats and boot space: BMW 4 seats and 440 litres; Porsche 5 seats and 698 litres.
- Weight: BMW 1,800 kg; Porsche 2,515 kg.
- PHEV capability: BMW has no motor or EV range; Porsche has one 173 hp motor, 25.9 kWh battery and 90 km EV range.
M4 Coupe
- 530 hp and 650 Nm
- 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 1,800 kg kerb weight and head-up display
- RM139,800 higher purchase price
- Four seats and 440-litre boot versus five seats and 698 litres
- No plug-in hybrid EV range
Cayenne Coupe
- RM139,800 lower price
- Five seats and 698-litre boot
- 90 km EV range with 11 kW AC charging
- 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 3.5 seconds
- 2,515 kg versus the BMW's 1,800 kg
- No head-up display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM878,800 | RM739,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113✓ | RM2,118 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing, turbocharged & plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 530 hp✓ | 350 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 173 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 460 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 25.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 263 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,983 mm |
| Height | 1,393 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 2,515 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres | 698 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Forged Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Forged Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | Porsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Front Passenger Door | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Laserlight | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Side Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bose Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| 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 Cayenne Coupe FAQ
Is the BMW M4 Coupe or Porsche Cayenne Coupe better?
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe is better for daily family use, with five seats, a 698-litre boot and 90 km EV range. The BMW M4 Coupe is better for outright acceleration, reaching 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds against 4.7 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M4 Coupe costs RM139,800 more than the Porsche Cayenne Coupe: RM878,800 versus RM739,000.
Which one is more practical for carrying passengers and luggage?
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe is clearly more practical. It has five seats, five doors and 698 litres of boot space, against the BMW M4 Coupe's four seats, two doors and 440-litre boot.
