Verdict
The RM82,722 gap separates two very different SUVs. The CX-80 is the six-seat, 4,995 mm-long PHEV choice, with all-wheel drive, a 70-litre petrol tank and a 65 km electric range for buyers who need long-trip flexibility. The Aceman is 919 mm shorter, costs less to tax at RM200 a year versus RM830, and its 54.2 kWh battery delivers 406 km of EV range. It also accepts 95 kW DC charging. For a Malaysian family needing three rows, take the Mazda; for predominantly urban EV use, the MINI makes more sense.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and petrol-backed travel beyond its 65 km EV range.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want a compact five-seat EV with 406 km range and 95 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; MINI Aceman RM213,888.
- Electric range: Mazda CX-80 65 km; MINI Aceman 406 km.
- Battery capacity: Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh; MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh.
- Charging: Mazda CX-80 7.2 kW AC and no DC charging; MINI Aceman 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging.
- Seating: Mazda CX-80 six seats; MINI Aceman five seats.
- Length: Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm; MINI Aceman 4,076 mm.
CX-80
- Six seats with heated and ventilated second-row captain seats.
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Rear air-con, 360-degree monitor and front/rear parking sensors.
- RM82,722 more expensive than the MINI Aceman.
- Only 65 km of EV range versus the Aceman's 406 km.
- No DC charging and a lower 7.2 kW AC charging rate.
Aceman
- 406 km EV range from a 54.2 kWh NCM battery.
- 95 kW CCS DC charging and 11 kW AC charging.
- 919 mm shorter than the CX-80, with a 300-litre boot.
- Five seats versus the CX-80's six.
- Front-wheel drive versus the CX-80's all-wheel drive.
- No rear air-con, and lane-keeping only warns rather than correcting steering.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM213,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | — |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 189 hp | — |
| Torque | 261 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Bore | 89 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 172 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 17.8 kWh | 54.2 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 65 km | 406 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,995 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Weight | 2,342 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 258 litres | 300 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 225/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for second row seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose 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 & 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM200✓ |
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 CX-80 & Aceman for sale
CX-80 vs Aceman FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-80 or MINI Aceman better?
The CX-80 is better for six occupants and longer journeys, thanks to its petrol plug-in hybrid system, all-wheel drive and 70-litre tank. The Aceman is better for daily EV driving, with 406 km range, 95 kW DC charging and a much smaller footprint.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM82,722 more than the MINI Aceman. The Mazda brings an extra seat, all-wheel drive, a petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain, rear climate control and substantially larger exterior dimensions.
Which one charges faster?
The MINI Aceman charges faster. It supports 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW CCS DC charging, while the Mazda CX-80 is limited to 7.2 kW AC charging and has no DC charging provision.