Car Buyer's Guide

Mazda MX-5 vs MINI Countryman

Mazda MX-5

Mazda MX-5

MINI Countryman

MINI Countryman

Verdict

The Countryman has a 72% bigger boot, the Countryman is 42% more powerful, while the Countryman is about 12% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM294,154RM258,888
Body typeConvertibleSUV
SegmentSports CarC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM379RM335
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing400V architecture
Capacity1,998 cc
Horsepower181 hp
Torque205 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore83.5 mm
Compression Ratio13
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower313 hp
Motor Torque494 Nm
Battery Capacity66.5 kWh
EV Range432 km
Charging Rate (AC)22 kW
Charging Rate (DC)130 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionManualSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name6MT-LSD
Gears6
Transmission ManufacturerMazda
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5.6 seconds
Top Speed220 km/h180 km/h
Dimensions
Length3,915 mm4,433 mm
Width1,735 mm1,843 mm
Height1,235 mm1,656 mm
Wheelbase2,310 mm2,692 mm
Weight1,119 kg
Fuel Tank45 litres
Doors25
Seats25
Boot Space130 litres460 litres
Front Tyre205/45R17245/40R20
Rear Tyre205/45R17245/40R20
Factory TyresBridgestone Potenza S001Pirelli P Zero
Chassis
AssemblyJapan (CBU)Germany (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishboneMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels17" Alloy20" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloy20" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front SideDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point5 Three-point belts
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on Passenger SeatAvailable on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and RearYes
Lane-keeping AssistWarning OnlySteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFront Seats OnlyAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorAdaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustmentPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate
Rear Air-conRear Vents
SunroofPower-folding Retractable Hard-top
Power Sockets1 front, 2 USB-C1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders1 front2 Front, 2 Rear
AudioMazda Connect Infotainment System with 8.8" Display, Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 9-speaker Bose Sound System9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Flip Switch
LocksKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto LockKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlActive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with 360-degree View Monitor
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterBacklit Analogue
Parking BrakeHandbrakeElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years2 years
Warranty Extended2 years
Warranty NotesRepair 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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