Verdict
The RM878,800 BMW M4 Coupe costs RM629,555 more than the RM249,245 Subaru BRZ, and it answers with 530 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time against 234 hp, 250 Nm and 6.3 seconds. Its 440-litre boot also nearly doubles the BRZ’s 226 litres, while autonomous braking and steering lane correction suit regular Malaysian road use. But the BRZ is 511 kg lighter, uses a six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive, and its RM767 annual road tax is RM1,346 below the BMW’s. The M4 is the far faster, better-equipped coupe; the BRZ is the cheaper manual, rear-wheel-drive choice.
Pick the BMW M4 Coupe if you want 530 hp, all-wheel drive, a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h sprint and a 440-litre boot.
Pick the Subaru BRZ if you want a 1,289 kg rear-wheel-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, five-year warranty and far lower running commitments.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M4 Coupe RM878,800; Subaru BRZ RM249,245.
- Power and torque: BMW M4 Coupe 530 hp and 650 Nm; Subaru BRZ 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M4 Coupe 3.5 seconds; Subaru BRZ 6.3 seconds.
- Drivetrain and gearbox: BMW M4 Coupe all-wheel drive with 8-speed automatic; Subaru BRZ rear-wheel drive with 6-speed manual.
- Weight and boot space: BMW M4 Coupe 1,800 kg and 440 litres; Subaru BRZ 1,289 kg and 226 litres.
- Warranty and annual road tax: BMW M4 Coupe 2 years and RM2,113; Subaru BRZ 5 years and RM767.
M4 Coupe
- 530 hp, 650 Nm and 3.5-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 440-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Autonomous braking, steering lane correction and 360-degree camera.
- RM629,555 more expensive than the BRZ.
- 1,800 kg is 511 kg heavier than the BRZ.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the BRZ’s five years.
BRZ
- 1,289 kg kerb weight with rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual.
- Five-year, 100,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- Blind-spot information system and rear cross traffic alert.
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the M4’s 530 hp and 650 Nm.
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.8 seconds behind the M4.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, and only a reverse camera versus the M4’s 360-degree view.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM878,800 | RM249,245✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM767✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Direct and Port Injection, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 530 hp✓ | 234 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed M Steptronic Transmission with Drivelogic | — |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,887 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,393 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 1,289 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 19" M Forged Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" M Forged Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side and Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Front Passenger Door | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Laserlight | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 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 BRZ FAQ
Is the BMW M4 Coupe or Subaru BRZ better?
The BMW M4 Coupe is better for outright pace, luggage space and driver assistance, with 530 hp and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The Subaru BRZ makes more sense if a six-speed manual, lower weight and lower ownership costs matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M4 Coupe costs RM629,555 more than the Subaru BRZ. Its annual road tax is also RM1,346 higher, at RM2,113 versus RM767.
Which coupe is more practical for regular use?
The BMW M4 Coupe is more practical on paper: its 440-litre boot is 214 litres larger, it has 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, powered front seats, rear air-con and six front plus six rear parking sensors.
