Lexus LBX vs MINI Aceman
Verdict
The MINI Aceman is the sharper buy on numbers: it costs RM213,888 against the Lexus LBX’s RM238,888, yet gets 215 hp and does 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. The LBX answers with hybrid simplicity, a 36-litre tank, 8 airbags, a larger 315-litre boot and a 5-year warranty. Both are CBU B-segment SUVs with five seats and front-wheel drive. For a Malaysian buyer, this is mainly petrol-hybrid convenience versus full-EV pace and 406 km of range.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want a petrol hybrid with a longer 5-year warranty, 8 airbags and no dependence on charging.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want the quicker, cheaper full EV with 215 hp and 406 km of range.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; MINI Aceman RM213,888
- Power and 0-100 km/h: Lexus LBX 90 hp, 9.6 s; MINI Aceman 215 hp, 7.1 s
- Battery and range: Lexus LBX 1.0 kWh, no EV range listed; MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh, 406 km
- Size: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm long and 1,825 mm wide; MINI Aceman 4,076 mm long and 1,754 mm wide
- Wheelbase and boot: Lexus LBX 2,580 mm, 315 litres; MINI Aceman 2,606 mm, 300 litres
- Safety and ownership: Lexus LBX 8 airbags, 5-year warranty, RM120 road tax; MINI Aceman 6 airbags, 2-year warranty, RM200 road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 238,888 | RM 213,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Engine | 1,490 cc | Single motor |
| Power | 90 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | — |
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.6 s | 7.1 s✓ |
| Top speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 1.0 kWh | 54.2 kWh✓ |
| EV range | — | 406 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Boot space | 315 L✓ | 300 L |
| Fuel tank | 36 L | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8✓ | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5✓ | 2 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 200 |
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.
LBX
- 5-year warranty
- 8 airbags
- Larger 315-litre boot
- RM25,000 dearer
- Much slower at 9.6 seconds to 100 km/h
- No EV range listed
Aceman
- Quicker 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 406 km EV range
- Lower purchase price
- Shorter 2-year warranty
- Smaller 300-litre boot
- Fewer airbags
LBX vs Aceman FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or MINI Aceman better?
The MINI Aceman is better for performance and EV driving, with 215 hp, 7.1-second acceleration and 406 km range. The Lexus LBX is better if warranty, airbags and hybrid refuelling convenience matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman is cheaper by RM25,000. It is priced at RM213,888, while the Lexus LBX costs RM238,888.
Which one is more practical?
The Lexus LBX has the bigger boot at 315 litres versus 300 litres, but the MINI Aceman has the longer wheelbase at 2,606 mm versus 2,580 mm. Both seat five.