Verdict
At RM340,800, the BMW 5 Series costs RM126,912 more than the RM213,888 MINI Aceman, but it is a much larger 5,060-mm executive sedan with a 490-litre boot and rear dual-zone air-con. The Aceman is the cheaper electric SUV, using a 54.2-kWh battery for a claimed 406 km range and accepting 11-kW AC or 95-kW DC charging. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 7.1 seconds versus 7.5 seconds, though the BMW’s 230-km/h top speed, rear-wheel drive and steering-correction lane keeping suit longer highway work better.
Pick the BMW 5 Series if you need the 490-litre boot, 2,900-mm wheelbase, rear air-con and 230-km/h cruising capability of a larger executive sedan.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want a RM213,888 electric SUV with 406 km of claimed range, 95-kW DC charging and a shorter 4,076-mm body.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series RM340,800; MINI Aceman RM213,888.
- Powertrain: BMW 5 Series 1,998-cc mild-hybrid petrol with 208 hp and 330 Nm; MINI Aceman single motor with 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- Performance: BMW 5 Series 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and 230 km/h; MINI Aceman 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h.
- Size and boot: BMW 5 Series is 5,060 mm long with a 490-litre boot; MINI Aceman is 4,076 mm long with a 300-litre boot.
- Drive and range: BMW 5 Series is rear-wheel drive; MINI Aceman is front-wheel drive with a 54.2-kWh battery and 406 km claimed range.
- Lane keeping: BMW 5 Series provides steering correction; MINI Aceman provides warning only.
5 Series
- 490-litre boot and 2,900-mm wheelbase.
- Rear dual-zone climate control and rear window shades.
- Adaptive high beam, front parking sensors and lane-keeping steering correction.
- RM126,912 dearer.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 7.5 seconds versus 7.1 seconds.
- No front-passenger ISOFIX position.
Aceman
- RM126,912 lower purchase price.
- 54.2-kWh battery, 406 km claimed range and 95-kW DC charging.
- Quicker 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time and front-passenger ISOFIX.
- 300-litre boot is 190 litres smaller.
- Lane keeping gives warnings only rather than steering correction.
- No rear air-con or front parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM340,800 | RM213,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 330 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 406 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres✓ | 300 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| 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 | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon 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 | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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5 Series vs Aceman FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series or MINI Aceman better?
The BMW 5 Series is better for rear-seat comfort, luggage and long-distance capability, with a 490-litre boot, rear air-con and 230 km/h top speed. The MINI Aceman is better for lower-cost electric ownership, with 406 km claimed range and 95-kW DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The BMW 5 Series costs RM340,800 and the MINI Aceman costs RM213,888, so the BMW carries a RM126,912 premium.
How do their charging and fuel systems differ?
The MINI Aceman is electric, with a 54.2-kWh battery, 11-kW AC charging, 95-kW DC charging and 406 km claimed range. The BMW 5 Series uses a 1,998-cc mild-hybrid petrol powertrain.