Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman costs RM68,000 less than the RM281,888 Ford Everest and cuts annual road tax from RM438 to RM200. Its 54.2-kWh battery, 406-km range and 11-kW AC/95-kW DC charging suit an EV buyer, while its 4,076-mm length makes it 838 mm shorter. But the Everest brings seven seats, all-wheel drive and 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel; those are tangible gains for families needing two extra seats. The Aceman’s 300-litre boot also exceeds the Everest’s stated 259 litres.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 500-Nm diesel SUV with rear roof-mounted air-con vents.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want to spend RM68,000 less on a five-seat EV with 406 km of range, 95-kW DC charging and a much smaller footprint.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; MINI Aceman RM213,888.
- Powertrain: Ford Everest 1,996-cc bi-turbo diesel with 207 hp and 500 Nm; MINI Aceman one electric motor with 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- Driveline: Ford Everest all-wheel drive; MINI Aceman front-wheel drive.
- Seating: Ford Everest seven seats; MINI Aceman five seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Everest 4,914 mm and 2,900 mm; MINI Aceman 4,076 mm and 2,606 mm.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; MINI Aceman 300 litres.
Everest
- Seven seats with a split-folding third row.
- All-wheel drive and 500 Nm of diesel torque.
- Rear roof-mounted air-con vents and front foglamps.
- No autonomous braking system, versus the Aceman’s system.
- No 360-degree camera or auto parking, both fitted to the Aceman.
- RM438 annual road tax, against RM200 for the Aceman.
Aceman
- 406-km EV range, plus 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC charging.
- 300-litre boot, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Head-up display, navigation and Harman Kardon sound system.
- Five seats, versus seven in the Everest.
- Front-wheel drive, versus the Everest’s all-wheel-drive system.
- No rear air-con listed, while the Everest has roof-mounted rear vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM213,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 207 hp | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| 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 | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 300 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | 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 | 7 | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | No | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 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.
Used Everest & Aceman for sale
Everest vs Aceman FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or MINI Aceman better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants, all-wheel drive and 500 Nm of diesel torque. The Aceman is better for lower purchase cost, EV running tax, a 406-km range and urban-sized dimensions.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman is RM68,000 cheaper than the Ford Everest.
Which is more suited to city parking?
The MINI Aceman is the easier fit: it is 4,076 mm long versus the Everest’s 4,914 mm, and it adds a 360-degree view monitor plus auto parking.