Verdict
At RM178,200 less, the BMW M5 is the more useful Malaysian buy: it reaches 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, carries five and has a 466-litre boot, while its 22.1-kWh battery provides 67 km of EV range if you can charge at home or work. The Lexus LC is the more focused two-door alternative, 545 kg lighter and capable of 270 km/h, with a five-year warranty and free servicing. But its 197-litre boot and four-seat cabin make it far less accommodating.
Pick the BMW M5 if you need super-saloon pace, five seats, a 466-litre boot and a 67-km electric driving range.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want the lighter two-door car, a 270-km/h top speed and five-year warranty coverage with free servicing.
Key differences
- Acceleration: BMW M5 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds; Lexus LC in 4.4 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW M5 250 km/h; Lexus LC 270 km/h.
- Kerb weight: BMW M5 2,510 kg; Lexus LC 1,965 kg.
- Practicality: BMW M5 has five seats and a 466-litre boot; Lexus LC has four seats and a 197-litre boot.
- Annual road tax: BMW M5 RM8,408; Lexus LC RM10,991.
- Manufacturer warranty: BMW M5 two years with unlimited mileage; Lexus LC five years with unlimited mileage and 5-year/100,000-km free service.
M5
- 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five seats and 466-litre boot
- 22.1-kWh battery with 67-km EV range
- 250-km/h top speed is 20 km/h below the LC
- 545 kg heavier than the LC
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
LC
- 545 kg lighter than the M5
- 270-km/h top speed
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty with free service
- 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time trails the M5 by 0.9 seconds
- Four seats and a 197-litre boot
- RM10,991 annual road tax is RM2,583 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,200,800✓ | RM1,379,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM8,408✓ | RM10,991 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Lift, plug-in hybrid assistance | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 4,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 591 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm |
| Torque | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 94 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 194 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 22.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 67 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | Direct Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds✓ | 4.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 270 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 267 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,096 mm | 4,770 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,345 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,510 kg | 1,965 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 82 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 466 litres✓ | 197 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R20 | 245/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/35R21 | 275/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook S1 evo Z | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" M Alloys | 21" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Alloys | 21" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for outer two rear passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Proximity Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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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M5 vs LC FAQ
Is the BMW M5 or Lexus LC better?
The BMW M5 is better for most buyers because it is quicker, seats five, has a 466-litre boot and can cover 67 km on electric power. Choose the Lexus LC only if its lighter two-door layout, 270-km/h top speed and longer warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM178,200 more than the BMW M5. The M5 is RM1,200,800, while the LC is RM1,379,000.
Which is more practical for daily use?
The BMW M5 is decisively more practical. It has four doors, five seats, rear climate control and a 466-litre boot; the Lexus LC has two doors, four seats and a 197-litre boot.
