Verdict
At RM238,888, the Lexus LBX saves RM20,000 and carries a much lower RM120 annual road tax, while its 1.5-litre hybrid suits buyers who do not want to rely on charging. The RM258,888 MINI Countryman is a larger C-segment EV with 313 hp, 494 Nm and a 432 km claimed range from its 66.5 kWh battery. It is 4,433 mm long and has a 460-litre boot, against the LBX’s 4,190 mm length and 315 litres. For space, pace and EV hardware, the MINI is plainly the more capable car; the Lexus is the cheaper, lower-tax alternative with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Lexus LBX if RM20,000 saved, RM120 road tax and a 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain matter more than outright performance and boot space.
Pick the MINI Countryman if you can charge an EV and want 313 hp, all-wheel drive, 432 km of claimed range and a 460-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; MINI Countryman RM258,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus LBX motor 93 hp and 185 Nm; MINI Countryman motors 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LBX 9.6 seconds; MINI Countryman 5.6 seconds.
- Driveline: Lexus LBX front-wheel drive; MINI Countryman all-wheel drive.
- Length and boot space: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm and 315 litres; MINI Countryman 4,433 mm and 460 litres.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LBX RM120; MINI Countryman RM335.
LBX
- RM20,000 cheaper with RM215 lower annual road tax.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- More airbags, including front knee and front cushion bags.
- 93 hp and 185 Nm trail the MINI’s 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- 315-litre boot is 145 litres smaller than the MINI’s 460 litres.
- No 360-degree camera, head-up display or auto parking.
Countryman
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km claimed range, 22 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- 460-litre boot, 40:20:40 reclining rear seats and all-wheel drive.
- Costs RM20,000 more and annual road tax is RM335 versus RM120.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Lexus’s five years.
- 8-year battery warranty is capped at 160,000 km; the Lexus hybrid battery warranty has unlimited mileage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | — |
| Torque | 120 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 313 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 494 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 432 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 130 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 Start | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 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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LBX vs Countryman FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or MINI Countryman better?
The MINI Countryman is better for performance, space and EV capability: it has 313 hp, all-wheel drive, a 432 km claimed range and a 460-litre boot. The Lexus LBX is the better lower-cost choice at RM20,000 less with lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman costs RM20,000 more than the Lexus LBX: RM258,888 versus RM238,888. Its annual road tax is also RM215 higher, at RM335 compared with RM120.
Which has the stronger warranty coverage?
The Lexus LBX has the longer vehicle warranty at five years with unlimited mileage, versus two years with unlimited mileage for the MINI Countryman. Both have eight-year battery coverage, but the MINI’s battery warranty is limited to 160,000 km.