BMW X1 vs MINI Countryman
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BMW X1 offers a competitive price of RM 250,800 compared to the MINI Countryman's RM 258,888, making it the more economical choice. Both vehicles feature a 2.0-litre engine producing 201 hp and 300 Nm of torque, but the X1 edges ahead with better fuel economy at 7.2 L/100km, while the Countryman provides all-wheel drive for enhanced traction. With a slightly larger boot space of 476 L versus the Countryman's 460 L, the X1 is more practical for everyday use.
Pick the X1 if you prefer a more economical SUV with better fuel efficiency and boot space.
Pick the Countryman if you value all-wheel drive capability for improved handling and traction.
Key differences
- Price: RM 250,800 | RM 258,888
- Fuel economy: 7.2 L/100km | —
- Driven wheels: Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive
- Boot space: 476 L | 460 L
- Top speed: 236 km/h | 228 km/h
- Transmission: Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,800✓ | RM 258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.6 s | 7.4 s✓ |
| Top speed | 236 km/h✓ | 228 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.2 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Boot space | 476 L✓ | 460 L |
| Fuel tank | 45 L | 54 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 2 |
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 439 |
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.
X1
- More economical price point
- Better fuel efficiency
- Larger boot space
- Front-wheel drive may lack traction in tough conditions
- Less premium feel compared to Countryman
Countryman
- All-wheel drive for enhanced traction
- Premium build quality
- Slightly quicker acceleration (0-100 km/h in 7.4 s)
- Higher price point
- Less boot space compared to X1
X1 vs Countryman FAQ
Is the X1 or Countryman better?
The X1 is better for those prioritising fuel economy and practicality, while the Countryman excels in all-wheel drive performance.
What is the price difference?
The X1 is priced at RM 250,800, while the Countryman costs RM 258,888, making the X1 RM 8,088 cheaper.
How do they compare in performance?
Both vehicles have identical power outputs, but the Countryman is slightly quicker to 100 km/h at 7.4 seconds compared to the X1's 7.6 seconds.