Verdict
The BMW M5 is the more rational Malaysian buy at RM1,200,800, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door by RM888,088 while carrying five people, 466 litres of luggage and a 67 km EV range. Its 7.4 kW AC charging also doubles the Mercedes’ 3.7 kW rate. The AMG answers with harder numbers: 630 hp, 900 Nm, 2.9 seconds to 100 km/h and a 316 km/h top speed. It is also 352 kg lighter, but has four seats and only 12 km of EV range.
M5
Pick the BMW M5 if you want the RM888,088 saving, five seats and a usable 67 km plug-in hybrid electric range.
AMG GT 4-Door
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door if 2.9-second acceleration, 900 Nm and a 316 km/h top speed matter more than price and electric range.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M5 RM1,200,800; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door RM2,088,888.
- Output: BMW M5 591 hp and 750 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 630 hp and 900 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW M5 3.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2.9 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW M5 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 316 km/h.
- EV range and AC charging: BMW M5 67 km and 7.4 kW; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 12 km and 3.7 kW.
- Weight and seating: BMW M5 2,510 kg with five seats; Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door 2,158 kg with four seats.
M5
- RM888,088 less expensive
- 67 km EV range and 7.4 kW AC charging
- Five seats and 466-litre boot
- Slower 3.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.9 seconds
- 352 kg heavier
- 250 km/h top speed trails the AMG's 316 km/h
AMG GT 4-Door
- 630 hp and 900 Nm
- 2.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 352 kg lighter than the M5
- Costs RM888,088 more
- Only 12 km EV range versus 67 km
- Four seats and a 456-litre boot
| 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 | 630 hp✓ |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 900 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83 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 | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 | 5 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 choice for most Malaysian buyers: it costs far less, seats five and has a 67 km EV range. Choose the AMG GT 4-Door for its 630 hp, 900 Nm and 2.9-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door costs RM888,088 more than the BMW M5.
Which has the longer electric range?
The BMW M5 has the longer electric range at 67 km, compared with 12 km for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door. Its 7.4 kW AC charging rate is also higher than the AMG's 3.7 kW.
