Verdict
The RM82,722 saving makes the MINI Aceman the more rational choice for a Malaysian buyer committed to charging: its 54.2-kWh battery delivers 406 km of EV range, against the Mazda CX-80 PHEV’s 17.8-kWh battery and 65 km electric range, while adding 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC charging. But the Mazda is built for a different job. Its 3,120-mm wheelbase, six seats and all-wheel drive suit larger families, though its 258-litre boot is 42 litres down on the MINI’s. Annual road tax is RM830 versus RM200.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and a 2.5-litre petrol plug-in hybrid for journeys beyond its 65 km EV range.
Pick the MINI Aceman if five seats are enough and you want 406 km of electric range, DC charging and an RM82,722 lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-80 RM296,610; MINI Aceman RM213,888.
- EV 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 rate; MINI Aceman 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC.
- Seating and boot space: Mazda CX-80 six seats and 258 litres; MINI Aceman five seats and 300 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: Mazda CX-80 4,995 mm and 3,120 mm; MINI Aceman 4,076 mm and 2,606 mm.
CX-80
- Six seats with individual heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats.
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank.
- Rear climate control, panoramic sliding roof and 360-degree monitor.
- RM82,722 dearer to buy and RM630 more in annual road tax.
- Only 65 km of EV range versus 406 km.
- No stated DC charging rate, while the Aceman supports 95 kW DC charging.
Aceman
- 406 km EV range from a 54.2-kWh battery.
- 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC charging.
- 42 litres more boot space and standard auto parking.
- Five seats versus the CX-80’s six.
- Front-wheel drive versus the CX-80’s all-wheel drive.
- No rear air-conditioning or panoramic sliding roof, and lane-keeping is warning-only rather than steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,610 | RM213,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| 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 |
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 MINI Aceman is better for an EV-first buyer, with 406 km range, 95 kW DC charging and a much lower price. The Mazda CX-80 is better for six occupants, all-wheel drive and petrol-backed plug-in hybrid flexibility.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM82,722 more than the MINI Aceman: RM296,610 against RM213,888.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Mazda CX-80 suits a six-person family with six seats, a 3,120-mm wheelbase, rear climate control and a third row. The Aceman has only five seats, but its 300-litre boot exceeds the Mazda’s 258 litres.