BMW Malaysia was founded in August 2003 and is responsible for local and regional matters. The business, with four principal functions, is an essential part of the Asian network of the BMW Group.

These functions are carried out by the National Sales Company (BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd), which distributes BMW and MINI automobiles and BMW motorcycles; the Company Data Centre, one of three global hubs for end-to-end IT services; a Regional Training Centre, where specialists from around the BMW world are trained; and a Parts Distribution Center in Port Tanjung Pelepas, which serves 19 markets in the Asia Pacific.

BMW has built a reliable platform since it entered into Malaysia, complemented by the professional support and dedication shown by the BMW partners in Malaysia. With a good and stable political climate, some of the region’s best infrastructure, and a broad talent pool, Malaysia serves as a firm base for the growth plans for the BMW Group in Asia.

How BMW Names its Cars

BMW uses an alphanumeric name scheme in Germanic form. Models mostly have one Sequence No. 1-8. (Note that series names are not hyphenated in the same way as Mercedes-Benz classes: 3 Series versus E-Class.) A more extensive odd-numbered series indicates a larger vehicle. Even-numbered series tend to be variants in body type. The second two numbers represent how large the engine is in a model name. More significant quantities, however, do correspond to larger engines. The letter accompanying the number (e.g., 340i) indicates which engine class the vehicle is in. SUVs are branded “X” variants; “Z” models are roadsters.

There are some peculiarities to the program. The letter I may mean electric (i3, i8, for example). But if the latter comes after the number (340i), it means “fuel injection” and a petrol engine. The letter “X” can indicate an AWD or an SUV. Within the series, there are “M cars” built by the M division and cars with “M,” which only have some unique tuning and styling. There’s also a separate company, Alpina, that manufactures BMWs made and marketed by BMW with high performance.

All BMW Cars models in Malaysia

BMW 2 Series

The 2 Series is the sporty, subcompact entry-level car from BMW. It comes in coupe styles as well as the convertible body. Three models come available. BMW provides fast, 248hp 230i Coupe and convertible. Then the M240i and M240i xDrive are quicker. RWD or AWD may have any of those variants. RWD cars with a manual can be available.

Those with more money and the same minimum space requirements could opt for the third model of the 2 Series, the very, very fast M2 Competition Coupe. The inline-six engine draws 405hp. Within four seconds, it does 0-60 mph flat. It comes with a manual or dual-clutch, six-speed transmission.

Vehicle Body Type: Coupe, Convertible

Car Models:

230i

230i xDrive

M240i

M240i xDrive

M2 Competition Coupe

Engines:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

BMW 3 Series

The small sedan in the 3 Series is the quintessential BMW. For decades it has been a standout since its debut in 1976. It is BMW Malaysia all-time bestselling car. For the 7th generation coming into 2019, BMW has made a host of new efficiency enhancements. Two controversial shifts in the Malaysia market are ditching the wagon and manual transmission.

It comes in the form of a 255hp 330i base four-cylinder or a 382hp M340i six-cylinder. After its introduction in 1985, the M3 has become the gold standard sport sedan. The original version produces a torque of 425hp and 411lb-ft. It accelerates in 3.9 seconds, from 0-60 mph. Speculation was rife, but there’s still a manual option on the M3.

Vehicle Body Type: Sedan

Car Models:

330i

230i xDrive

M340i

M340i xDrive

M3

Engines:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

BMW 4 Series

In 2014, BMW Malaysia produced the 4 Series, splitting 3 Body Style models into a single version. It comes in 2-door Coupe, 4-door coupe gran, and convertible versions. BMW states they deliver “special beguiling” characteristics. It comes in models 430i (248hp I-4) and 440i (320hp I-6). RWD Coupe and Gran Coupe will get a manual transmission for the 430i. There are models of the 440i Coupe both RWD and AWD.

Similarly, the M4 is a body type version of the M3. It can be both a coupe with two doors and a convertible. All are offered in Malaysia with manual transmissions.

Vehicle Body Type: Sedan, Coupe, Gran Coupe, Convertible

Car Models:

430i

430i xDrive

440i

440i xDrive

M4

Engines:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

BMW 5 Series

The 5 Series is the midsize sedan of BMW. It was the first series numbered in the BMW collection which debuted in 1972. The 5 Series only comes to Malaysia market as a sedan. This can be combined with one inline-four, one inline-six, or a V8. There’s also a four-cylinder hybrid-electric variant there.

Another of BMW’s iconic vehicles is the M5. The brand describes it as “a quintessential on-road and track artist. Designed to accommodate this 600hp beast at full-tilt, we have yet to see the public highways. For those who need an extra tick from 0-60 mph, there’s a $110,000 “Competition” version. New generation significant changes: AWD, and no manual transmission.

Vehicle Body Type: Sedan

Car Models:

530i

530i xDrive

530e iPerformance

530e xDrive iPerformance

550i xDrive

M5

M5 Competition

Engines:

2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four

2.0-liter turbocharged inline- with an integrated electric motor

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW 6 Series

The 6 Series has meant plenty for BMW at various times. Now, from 5 Series body style models, it’s “curves that captivate, the strength that amazes, and the attitude to attract attention. In Malaysia, 6 Series comes as a hatchback “Super Turismo” four-door, or a super coupe four-door. Six and eight-cylinder models have both RWD and AWD.

BMW presents high performance dueling 6 Series models. There’s the Gran Coupe 560hp M6. There’s also the Gran Coupe 600hp Alpina B6, which is a half-second quicker from 0-60 mph (3.6sec).

Vehicle Body Type: Sedan

Car Models:

640i

640i xDrive

650i

650i xDrive

M6

Alpina B6 xDrive

Engines:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW 7 Series

The 7 Series is the full-size flagship luxury sedan. BMW terms owning one “life at the pinnacle.” That might be a little powerful. The 7 Series can be ordered in Malaysia in 6-cylinder, 8-cylinder, and 12-cylinder options (601hp). Buyers can also choose a combined 4-cylinder hybrid electric with 322hp.

Alpina manufactures a 600hp B7 ($139.350). In Malaysia, the latest version is limited to 192 mph. It has a top speed north of 200 mph without the limiter and lays claim to be the fastest sedan in the world.

Vehicle Body Type: Sedan

Car Models:

740i

740i xDrive

740e

750i

750i xDrive

M760i xDrive

Alpina B7 xDrive

Engines:

2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four with integrated electric motor

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

Turbocharged 6.6-liter V12

BMW 8 Series

The 8 Series is the luxurious grand tourer for BMW. It is available in Coupe as well as convertible body styles in Malaysia. The 8 Series could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds, with a 523hp version of the 4.4L V8 engine.

Vehicle Body Type: Coupe, Convertible

Car Models:

M850i xDrive

Engine:

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW X1

The X1 is a subcompact crossover on the entry-level of BMW. It uses a 4-cylinder 228hp engine, is available in the FWD and AWD models in Malaysia. Car and Driver called it one of their top 10 2019 Trucks and SUVs.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover

Car Models:

Engine:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

BMW X2

The X2 is the sportier, driving-oriented, and more compact Crossover of BMW-y subcompact. It is to the ground lower than the X1. It has a sleeker body shape “coupe,” with less cargo space. The FWD and AWD base versions come in. The X2 M35i (AWD) has a four-cylinder tuned version in Malaysia, which produces 302hp and 322lb-ft and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover Coupe

Car Models:

X2 sDrive28i

X2 xDrive28i

X2 M35i

Engine:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

BMW X3

The X3 is a small SUV made by BMW. BMW first launched this as a smaller version of the X5 in 2003. For the 2018 model, BMW Malaysia launched the third generation. The 4-cylinder base model comes with both rear and all-wheel-drive. There is a variant of 355hp m40i, too. BMW Malaysia plans to launch Competition models X3 M and X3 M in 2020. The latter got more than 500hp

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover

Car Models:

X3 sDrive30i

X3 xDrive30i

X3 m40i

Engine:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

BMW X4

The X4 is a more sporty edition of the lightweight X3 Crossover. It has a sloping body-style coupe. There are four-cylinder (248hp) and six-cylinder (355hp) models, just like with the X3. Yet the X4 comes with all-wheel-drive only. An X4 M version will also arrive in the 2020 model year.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover Coupe

Car Models:

X4 xDrive30i

X4 m40i

Engine:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

BMW X5

The X5 is the midsize SUV for BMW. This was the very first launched SUV BMW in 1999. It comes in versions Inline-six and V8. The X5 M tunes the torque on the 4.4-liter V8 to 567hp and 553lb-ft. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds, ideal for being fast when you need to get the children to school. Notably, the X5 M does not follow the usual’ terminology, which would make it the ‘MX5’ because Mazda already makes that name for a vehicle: the MX-5 Miata.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover

Car Models:

X5 xDrive40i

X5 xDrive50i

X5 M

Engine:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW X6

The X6 is a midsize crossover coupe for BMW. BMW Malaysia claims it’s the “commanding sports activity coupe” with “striking appearance, confident pose, and broad dimensions.” The basic six-cylinder engine (300hp) is available with an all-wheel-drive or rear-wheel drive. There is a 445hp eight-cylinder version. The BMW X6 M gets the same tuning as the X5 M at 567hp.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover Coupe

Car Models:

X6 sDrive35i

X6 xDrive35i

X6 xDrive50i

X6 M

Engine:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW X7

The X7 is the full-size version of BMW’s three-row Crossover in the 2019 model year. It is the most comprehensive BMW ever made. BMW describes this as “the pinnacle of convenience, luxury and efficient living.” BMW Malaysia offers six and eight-cylinder models. The X7 can be selected as a seven-seater or as a six-seater with captain’s chairs in the second-row. Captain’s chairs are required by those who live powerfully.

Vehicle Body Type: Crossover

Car Models:

X7 xDrive 40i

X7 xDrive 50i

Engine:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six

Turbocharged 4.4-liter V8

BMW I8

The i8 is a hybrid performance plug-in BMW roadster that was introduced in 2014. It comes in both versions of the Coupe and the Roadster. The combined electric and gas motors produced 369hp. The i8 Coupe will move in 4.2 seconds from 0-60 mph. It seems like the future. Skeptics will find it doesn’t work like a supercar, doesn’t get fantastic mileage with a small battery in real driving conditions, and costs $15,000 more than a Tesla Model S output maxed out.

Vehicle Body Type: Roadster, Coupe

Car Models:

Coupe i8

Roadster i8

Engine:

AC Synchronous Engine with 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbocharged

BMW Z4

The Z4 is a small roadster for BMW. It’s a descendant of the BMW Z3 that appeared in Goldeneye, a film that is available with either an all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive before the six-cylinder base engine (300hp) could be available. The “Z” reflects “Zukunft,” the future German word. It only comes as a four-cylinder RWD with 255hp and 295lb-ft.

Vehicle Body Type: Roadster

Car Models:

Z4 sDrive30i

Engine: