This pricing of RM398800 and the specs by BMW Msia for CBU is spot on esp since the outgoing CKD 582i was being retailed at RM417k in 2015.
As for specs, it would have been great if BMW Msia also gave us Heads Up Display, Surround View With 3DView and Soft Close Doors.
I am not sure whether it has Park Distance Control (PDC) with front and rear visual acoustic feedback which was in the 528i ans is in the 730i.
The specs sheet only mentioned Park Assistant, automatic parking for parallel & perpendicular manoeuvres.
I also don't see wireless charging pad in center, wifi hotspot and apple carplay.
I would also have loved comfort seats as I am a big guy at 94kgs and almost 6 foot but the sport seats side boolsters seem to be adjustable so it isn't too bad.
I really can't imagine what else will come with the CKD version though some extra specs like HUD should be expected.
For me, none of the options omitted in the CBU is a deal breaker.
Pricing wise, I understand the CKD is expected to be priced about the same with CBU, only with extra options.
However if Mercedes prices the CKD E Class much lower, then you may see the 530i at RM10-20k cheaper.
Since I am not prepared to wait 6-9 months for the CKD and would definitely prefer the CBU, I guess it's time to take the plunge.
Another thing to look out for is the 7 series hybrid which may be introduced in April or May at below RM500k. That would certainly give the S Class a run for the money but I am not keen on such a big car.
