BMW Z4 vs MINI Convertible

MINI Convertible

Verdict

The Convertible is about 33% cheaper, the Z4 has a 23% bigger boot, while the Z4 is 20% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

The Z4 sDrive30i M Sport (RM501,800) sits above every Convertible variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.

What the Z4 has over the Convertible

Wing Mirror Turn IndicatorsTiptronic

What the Convertible has over the Z4

Blind Spot Info SystemISOFIXAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision WarningRear SeatsHead-up Display

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

The Z4 is 120 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Z4: 280 litres against 215.

Z4 4,324 × 1,864 × 1,304 mm · wheelbase 2,470 mmConvertible 3,879 × 1,744 × 1,431 mm · wheelbase 2,495 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
Price	RM475,230	RM318,888✓
Body type	Convertible	Convertible
Segment	Sports Car	B-Segment
Assembly	CBU	CBU
Ownership
Road tax / year	RM379	RM379
Monthly instalment (est.)	RM4,850/mo	RM3,255/mo✓
Insurance / year (est.)	RM12,669	RM8,604✓
Fuel / year (est.)	RM2,587	—
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)	RM12.94	—
5-year running costs (est.)	RM78,175	—
Powertrain
Engine Tech	16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing	16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo
Capacity	1,998 cc	1,998 cc
Horsepower	255 hp at 5,000 rpm✓	204 hp at 5,000 rpm
Torque	400 Nm at 1,550 rpm✓	300 Nm at 1,450 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement	Inline 4	Inline 4
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Bore × Stroke	82 mm × 94.6 mm	—
Compression Ratio	11.1	—
Drivetrain
Transmission	Conventional Automatic	Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name	8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission	7-speed Steptronic Transmission
Gears	8	7
Transmission Manufacturer	ZF	—
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h	5.4 seconds✓	6.9 seconds
Rated Economy	6.5 L/100 km	—
Top Speed	250 km/h✓	237 km/h
Co2	149 g/km	—
Dimensions
Length	4,324 mm	3,879 mm
Width	1,864 mm	1,744 mm
Height	1,304 mm	1,431 mm
Wheelbase	2,470 mm	2,495 mm
Weight	1,491 kg	—
Fuel Tank	52 litres	44 litres
Doors	2	2
Seats	2	4
Boot Space	280 litres✓	215 litres
Front Tyre	225/45R18	215/40R18
Rear Tyre	255/40R18	215/40R18
Spare Tyre	—	Tyre Repair Kit
Factory Tyres	Michelin Pilot Super Sport	Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3
Chassis
Assembly	Austria (CBU)	United Kingdom (CBU)
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-link	Multi-link
Front Wheels	18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys	18" Night Flash Alloys
Rear Wheels	18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys	18" Night Flash Alloys
Steering	Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)	Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Chassis Notes	M Sport Suspension	—
Safety
Airbags	4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side)	6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD	✓	✓
Stability Control	✓	✓
Alarm	✓	✓
Immobilizer	✓	✓
Airbag Disable Function	✓	✓
Seat Belts	2 Three-point	4 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System	—	✓
ISOFIX	—	Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat
Autonomous Braking System	—	Yes
Lane-keeping Assist	No	Warning Only
Collision Warning	—	✓
Seatbelt Reminder	For All Seats	All Seats
Safety Notes	Flat Tyre Indicator	—
Lighting
Headlamps	LED Projectors	LED Projector
Taillamps	LED Combination	Full LED
LED Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Rear Foglamps	✓	✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators	✓	—
Cabin
Front Seats	Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function	Manual Adjustable
Rear Seats	—	50:50 Split-folding
Front Air-con	Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System	Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Power Sockets	1 Front	1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front
Interior Lighting	Map Lights and Ambient Lights	Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders	2 Front	2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio	10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System	9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System
Convenience
Power Windows	Two 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	Passive Cruise Control	Active Cruise Control
Tiptronic	✓	—
Paddle Shift	✓	✓
Steering Audio Control	✓	✓
Steering Tilt	✓	✓
Steering Telescopic	✓	✓
Boot Operation	Remote Control Activation	Remote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front	4 Sensors	6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear	4 Sensors	6 Sensors
Reverse Camera	Yes	Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor
Auto Parking	Yes	Yes
Folding Wing Mirrors	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓
Navigation	✓	✓
Head-up Display	—	✓
Hill Start Assist	✓	✓
Instrument Cluster	Full LCD Monitor	Full LCD Monitor
Parking Brake	Electronic	Electronic
Convenience Notes	BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service	—
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer	Unlimited	Unlimited
Warranty Mileage Extended	—	Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer	2 years	2 years
Warranty Extended	—	2 years
Warranty Notes	—	Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.