Verdict
The MINI Electric matches the MINI 5 Door’s pace, reaching 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds against 6.8, while its 215 hp and 330 Nm exceed the petrol car’s 201 hp and 300 Nm. Its 402 km range figure, 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging come with RM200 annual road tax, against RM379. The 5 Door answers with five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot, versus three doors, four seats and 210 litres. At 242 km/h, it also has a much higher top speed than the Electric’s 170 km/h. Rear access matters for family use; the Electric suits four-seat use in a shorter 3,858 mm body.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you need five doors, five seats, a 275-litre boot and 242 km/h top speed.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want 215 hp, 330 Nm, 402 km of stated range and 11 kW AC/95 kW DC charging in a shorter three-door hatchback.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; MINI Electric RM193,888.
- Power and torque: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; MINI Electric 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: MINI 5 Door 6.8 seconds and 242 km/h; MINI Electric 6.7 seconds and 170 km/h.
- Doors, seats and boot: MINI 5 Door 5 doors, 5 seats and 275 litres; MINI Electric 3 doors, 4 seats and 210 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: MINI 5 Door 4,036 mm and 2,567 mm; MINI Electric 3,858 mm and 2,526 mm.
- Annual road tax: MINI 5 Door RM379; MINI Electric RM200.
5 Door
- Five doors and five seats
- 275-litre boot
- 242 km/h top speed and auto parking
- Lower 201 hp and 300 Nm outputs
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM200
- Manual front seats, versus powered seats with driver memory and massage
Electric
- 215 hp, 330 Nm and 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 54.2 kWh battery with 402 km stated range
- Adaptive LED headlamps, Harman Kardon audio and powered front seats
- Three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot
- 170 km/h top speed versus 242 km/h
- Warning-only lane keeping and no auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888 | RM193,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 330 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 402 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,756 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,526 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,605 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Maxxis Premitra 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 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 belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | 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 Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 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 | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, 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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5 Door vs Electric FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or MINI Electric better?
The MINI Electric is the stronger specification-led choice, with more power, more torque, a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 402 km stated range. Choose the MINI 5 Door if five doors, five seats and its larger 275-litre boot are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door costs RM293,888 and the MINI Electric costs RM193,888, so the difference is RM100,000 in favour of the Electric.
How does the MINI Electric charge?
The MINI Electric has a 54.2 kWh battery and supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 95 kW. Its stated EV range is 402 km.