Mazda 6 Grand Touring vs MINI Countryman
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the 6 Grand Touring offers a competitive price of RM 230,848, which is RM 28,040 less than the Countryman at RM 258,888. With a larger boot space of 522 L compared to the Countryman's 460 L, it provides more practicality for families. Although the Countryman delivers slightly more power at 201 hp versus the Grand Touring's 185 hp, the latter's 0-100 km/h time of 8.2 seconds is still respectable, making it a solid choice for those prioritising value and space.
Pick the 6 Grand Touring if you want a more spacious and cost-effective option.
Pick the Countryman if you prefer a sportier drive with more power and AWD capability.
Key differences
- Price: RM 230,848 | RM 258,888
- Power: 185 hp | 201 hp
- Torque: 250 Nm | 300 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: 8.2 s | 7.4 s
- Boot space: 522 L | 460 L
- Fuel tank: 62 L | 54 L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 230,848✓ | RM 258,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,488 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 185 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.4 s✓ |
| Top speed | 218 km/h | 228 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Boot space | 522 L✓ | 460 L |
| Fuel tank | 62 L | 54 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5✓ | 2 |
| Road tax / year | RM 868 | 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.
6 Grand Touring
- More boot space at 522 L
- Lower price point
- Longer warranty of 5 years
- Less powerful engine
- Slower 0-100 km/h time
- Front-wheel drive only
Countryman
- More powerful engine at 201 hp
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time
- All-wheel drive for better traction
- Higher price point
- Smaller boot space
- Shorter warranty of 2 years
6 Grand Touring vs Countryman FAQ
Is the 6 Grand Touring or Countryman better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the 6 Grand Touring is better for space and value, while the Countryman excels in power and performance.
What is the price difference?
The 6 Grand Touring is priced at RM 230,848, making it RM 28,040 cheaper than the Countryman, which costs RM 258,888.
What are the warranty periods for both models?
The 6 Grand Touring offers a 5-year warranty, while the Countryman comes with a shorter 2-year warranty.