Verdict
At RM296,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQA is RM2,000 cheaper than the RM298,888 MINI Clubman, yet its 66.5-kWh battery, 429-km EV range and RM160 annual road tax make the stronger Malaysian ownership case if home or workplace charging is available. The Clubman answers with quicker 7.2-second 0-100 km/h pace, a 228-km/h top speed and a slightly larger 360-litre boot. But the EQA brings far more active safety hardware, including Active Brake Assist, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assist. Its 340-litre boot is the trade-off.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you can charge regularly and want 429 km of EV range, RM160 road tax and active safety assistance.
Pick the MINI Clubman if you want the quicker 7.2-second sprint, 360-litre boot and petrol refuelling flexibility.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888; MINI Clubman RM298,888.
- Powertrain: EQA has one 188-hp, 375-Nm motor and a 66.5-kWh battery; Clubman has a 1,998-cc turbo petrol engine with 192 hp and 280 Nm.
- Performance: EQA reaches 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and tops out at 160 km/h; Clubman does 7.2 seconds and 228 km/h.
- Running figures: EQA has 429 km EV range and RM160 annual road tax; Clubman is rated at 5.6 L/100 km with RM379 annual road tax.
- Size and luggage: EQA is 4,463 mm long with a 340-litre boot; Clubman is 4,253 mm long with a 360-litre boot.
- Safety assistance: EQA has Active Brake Assist, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction; Clubman has none of these listed.
EQA
- 429-km EV range from a 66.5-kWh battery
- RM219 lower annual road tax
- Active Brake Assist, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 8.9 seconds versus 7.2 seconds
- Smaller boot: 340 litres versus 360 litres
- Lower top speed: 160 km/h versus 228 km/h
Clubman
- Quicker 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 360-litre boot is 20 litres larger
- 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
- RM219 higher annual road tax
- No listed autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- No rear USB-C ports; the EQA has two
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,888✓ | RM298,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 429 km✓ | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 228 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 126 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,253 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 2,040 kg | 1,390 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 48 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 340 litres | 360 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloy, MINI Yours British Spoke two-tone design |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloy, MINI Yours British Spoke two-tone design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | Passive Sports Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front 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 | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Power Adjustable with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 6.5-inch touchscreen MINI Navigation System with 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and MINI Connected |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and 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 | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger | MINI Connected app with MINI Remote Services |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | 4-year MINI Service Inclusive |
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 EQA & Clubman for sale
EQA vs Clubman FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA or MINI Clubman better?
The EQA is the better choice for regular charging, lower RM160 road tax and substantially stronger driver-assistance equipment. Choose the Clubman instead only if quicker acceleration, its 360-litre boot and a petrol powertrain matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888 and the MINI Clubman costs RM298,888, so the EQA is RM2,000 cheaper.
Which is better for long-distance driving?
The Clubman is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds versus 8.9 seconds, and has a 228-km/h top speed. The EQA provides a quoted 429-km EV range, but requires access to AC or DC charging.