Verdict
At RM367,888, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM49,000 more than the RM318,888 MINI Convertible, but it is a very different proposition for Malaysian use. The E-Class brings five seats, a 540-litre boot and a 2,961-mm wheelbase, against four seats, 215 litres and 2,495 mm in the MINI. Its 320 Nm and 23-hp hybrid motor support a more relaxed executive brief, although the 204-hp MINI reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, 0.6 seconds ahead. Choose space and rear-seat usability, or choose open-top compactness and quicker acceleration.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you need five seats, a 540-litre boot, rear air-con vents and 320 Nm in an executive sedan.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want the RM49,000 lower entry price, a convertible body and a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Acceleration: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; MINI Convertible in 6.9 seconds.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 540 litres; MINI Convertible 215 litres.
- Seating and doors: Mercedes-Benz E-Class five seats/four doors; MINI Convertible four seats/two doors.
- Wheelbase: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2,961 mm; MINI Convertible 2,495 mm.
- Driveline and transmission: Mercedes-Benz E-Class rear-wheel drive/9-speed automatic; MINI Convertible front-wheel drive/7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
E-Class
- Five seats and a 540-litre boot.
- Rear air-con vents, powered front seats and driver memory.
- Steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control.
- RM49,000 dearer.
- 0-100 km/h takes 7.5 seconds versus 6.9 seconds.
- No head-up display.
Convertible
- RM49,000 less expensive.
- Faster 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Convertible body and head-up display.
- Four seats and a 215-litre boot.
- No rear air-con vents; front seats are manually adjustable.
- Lane keeping gives warnings only, rather than steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM367,888 | RM318,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 204 hp✓ |
| Torque | 320 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | 9 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 237 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker 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 Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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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E-Class vs Convertible FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or MINI Convertible better?
The E-Class is better for regular passenger and luggage duties, with five seats and a 540-litre boot. The MINI Convertible suits buyers prioritising an open-top body, lower RM318,888 price and quicker 6.9-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM367,888 and the MINI Convertible costs RM318,888, so the E-Class is RM49,000 more expensive.
Which car has more practical space?
The E-Class is decisively more practical: it has five seats, four doors, a 540-litre boot and a 2,961-mm wheelbase. The MINI has four seats, two doors, 215 litres of boot space and a 2,495-mm wheelbase.