Lexus UX vs MINI Countryman
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Lexus UX offers a compelling price of RM250,688, which is RM8,200 less than the MINI Countryman at RM258,888. While the UX delivers a respectable 169 hp and 205 Nm of torque, the Countryman outshines with 201 hp and a robust 300 Nm, translating to a quicker 0-100 km/h time of 7.4 seconds compared to the UX's 9.2 seconds. However, the UX provides a more generous warranty of five years versus the Countryman's two, making it a more secure long-term investment.
Pick the UX if you value a longer warranty and a lower price.
Pick the Countryman if you prefer higher performance and all-wheel drive capability.
Key differences
- Price: RM 250,688 | RM 258,888
- Power: 169 hp | 201 hp
- Torque: 205 Nm | 300 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: 9.2 s | 7.4 s
- Boot space: 228 L | 460 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,688✓ | RM 258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,987 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 169 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s | 7.4 s✓ |
| Top speed | 190 km/h | 228 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Boot space | 228 L | 460 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 47 L | 54 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8✓ | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5✓ | 2 |
| Road tax / year | RM 435✓ | 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.
UX
- Longer warranty of 5 years
- Lower price point
- Good fuel efficiency with CVT transmission
- Less powerful engine
- Smaller boot space
- Slower acceleration compared to rivals
Countryman
- Higher power output of 201 hp
- All-wheel drive for better traction
- Larger boot space of 460 L
- Higher price tag
- Shorter warranty of 2 years
- Less fuel-efficient than the UX
UX vs Countryman FAQ
Is the UX or Countryman better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the UX excels in warranty and price, while the Countryman offers superior performance and space.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus UX is priced at RM250,688, while the MINI Countryman costs RM258,888, a difference of RM8,200.
What is the fuel tank capacity of both models?
The UX has a fuel tank capacity of 47 L, while the Countryman offers a slightly larger capacity of 54 L.