Verdict
At RM1,200,800, the BMW M5 undercuts the RM2,088,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door by RM888,088, yet brings five seats, a 466-litre boot and a stated 67 km EV range. Its plug-in hybrid V8 develops 727 PS and 1,000 Nm in total, but 2,510 kg and a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time make the lighter Mercedes the outright pace choice at 2.9 seconds and 316 km/h. For Malaysian use, the BMW’s 7.4-kW AC charging and rear dual-zone climate control make it the more rounded executive sedan.
Pick the BMW M5 if you need five seats, a 67 km EV range and much more equipment for substantially less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door if 2.9-second acceleration, a 316 km/h top speed and a lighter 2,158 kg kerb weight matter more than rear-seat capacity.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M5 RM1,200,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM2,088,888.
- Performance: BMW M5 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2.9 seconds and 316 km/h.
- Electric driving: BMW M5 67 km EV range and 7.4 kW AC charging; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 12 km and 3.7 kW.
- Practicality: BMW M5 has 5 seats and a 466-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door has 4 seats and a 456-litre boot.
- Weight and wheelbase: BMW M5 is 2,510 kg with a 2,857 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is 2,158 kg with a 2,951 mm wheelbase.
M5
- Five seats, 40:20:40 split-folding rear backrest and 466-litre boot.
- 67 km EV range with 7.4 kW AC charging.
- Rear dual-zone climate control, rear window shades and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio.
- 352 kg heavier at 2,510 kg.
- Slower to 100 km/h by 0.6 seconds and limited to 250 km/h.
- Lacks the Mercedes’ front-seat memory function and head-up display.
AMG GT 4-Door
- 2.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 316 km/h top speed.
- 352 kg lighter, with a 2,951 mm wheelbase and 80-litre fuel tank.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, head-up display and memory front seats.
- Only four seats and a 456-litre boot.
- 12 km EV range and 3.7 kW AC charging trail the BMW substantially.
- Rear air-conditioning is single-zone rather than dual-zone.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,200,800✓ | RM2,088,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM8,408 | RM6,549✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing and Lift, plug-in hybrid assistance | 32-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 591 hp at 6,000 rpm | 630 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 750 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 900 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 8.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 194 hp | 204 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 22.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 67 km✓ | 12 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.4 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | M Steptronic | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 seconds | 2.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 316 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,096 mm | 5,054 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,951 mm |
| Weight | 2,510 kg | 2,158 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 466 litres✓ | 456 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/35R21 | 315/30R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook S1 evo Z | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" M Alloys | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Alloys | 21" AMG Five-hole Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Adaptive Suspension | AMG Ride Control+, Adaptive dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for outer two rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with 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 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Front and Rear |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years✓ | 2 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.
Used M5 & AMG GT 4-Door for sale
M5 vs AMG GT 4-Door FAQ
Is the BMW M5 or Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door better?
The BMW M5 is the better all-round Malaysian executive sedan, with five seats, more boot space and 67 km EV range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door is better for outright performance, reaching 100 km/h 0.6 seconds sooner and 316 km/h.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door costs RM888,088 more than the BMW M5.
Which one is more practical for passengers?
The BMW M5 is more practical: it seats five, has a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat, 466 litres of boot space and rear dual-zone air-conditioning. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door has four seats, a 456-litre boot and rear single-zone climate control.
