Verdict
At RM329,888, the Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM11,000 more than the RM318,888 MINI Convertible, but it answers the Malaysian family brief far more directly: five seats, 620 litres of boot space, all-wheel drive and a 62-litre tank. The MINI is the more focused choice, reaching 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds against 7.8 seconds and adding a head-up display plus active cruise control. Its 215-litre boot, four-seat cabin and front-wheel drive make it hard to treat as the GLC’s practical substitute. The GLC’s RM440 annual road tax is RM61 higher.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you need five seats, a 620-litre boot and all-wheel drive for regular family use.
Pick the MINI Convertible if quicker 6.9-second acceleration, a head-up display and active cruise control matter more than rear space.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz GLC RM329,888; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz GLC 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds; MINI Convertible in 6.9 seconds.
- Driveline: Mercedes-Benz GLC all-wheel drive; MINI Convertible front-wheel drive.
- Practicality: Mercedes-Benz GLC has five seats and 620 litres of boot space; MINI Convertible has four seats and 215 litres.
- Dimensions: Mercedes-Benz GLC is 4,716 mm long with a 2,888 mm wheelbase; MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase.
- Driver assistance: Mercedes-Benz GLC has steering-correction lane keep assist and passive cruise control; MINI Convertible has lane-departure warning and…
GLC
- Five seats and a 620-litre boot
- All-wheel drive
- Power front seats with memory and heating
- RM11,000 dearer
- Slower 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- No head-up display; passive rather than active cruise control
Convertible
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Head-up display and active cruise control
- RM61 lower annual road tax
- Four seats and a 215-litre boot
- Front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- Manual front-seat adjustment and no rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM329,888 | RM318,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Convertible |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | 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 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 221 km/h | 237 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,716 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,640 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 620 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | 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 | 20" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two 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 | LED Reflectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory & Heating | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 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-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 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 | — | 2 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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GLC vs Convertible FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC or MINI Convertible better?
The GLC is better for family and luggage duties, with five seats, all-wheel drive and 620 litres of boot space. The MINI Convertible is better for outright acceleration and driver assistance, doing 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds with active cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM11,000 more than the MINI Convertible: RM329,888 versus RM318,888. Its annual road tax is also RM61 higher, at RM440 versus RM379.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the much bigger boot at 620 litres, compared with 215 litres in the MINI Convertible. The GLC also has five seats, while the MINI Convertible seats four.