Verdict
At RM293,888, the MINI 5 Door costs RM128,888 more than the Renault Zoe, and its RM379 annual road tax is far above the Zoe’s RM50. The MINI brings 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a multi-link rear suspension and a much stronger driver-assistance and parking kit. But the Zoe is the more rational Malaysian runabout: its 52.0-kWh battery is rated for 395 km, it accepts 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging, and its 338-litre boot beats the MINI’s 275 litres. The MINI is the better-equipped petrol hatch; the Zoe makes sense where charging is available.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you want 201 hp, a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, active cruise control and a 360-degree camera system.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you can charge regularly and want a 395-km EV range, a larger 338-litre boot and much lower road tax.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Road tax: MINI 5 Door RM379 per year; Renault Zoe RM50 per year.
- Powertrain: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Renault Zoe one motor with 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Energy storage/range: MINI 5 Door 44-litre petrol tank; Renault Zoe 52.0-kWh battery with 395 km EV range.
- Boot space: MINI 5 Door 275 litres; Renault Zoe 338 litres.
- Wheels: MINI 5 Door 18-inch alloys with 215/40R18 tyres; Renault Zoe 16-inch alloys with 195/55R16 tyres.
5 Door
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Active cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot information.
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six front plus six rear parking sensors.
- RM128,888 dearer and RM329 per year higher in road tax.
- 275-litre boot is 63 litres smaller.
- No front foglamps, where the Zoe has them.
Zoe
- 52.0-kWh battery, 395-km range and 22 kW AC/50 kW DC charging.
- 338-litre boot is larger than the MINI’s.
- RM50 annual road tax and a RM165,000 price.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system.
- No reverse camera, front parking sensors or auto parking.
- Manual air-conditioning and a 7-inch touchscreen, versus dual-zone automatic climate control and a 9.4-inch display in the MINI.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM50✓ |
| 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 | — | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,502 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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 Zoe FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Renault Zoe better?
The MINI 5 Door is better for outright pace and driver assistance, with 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time. The Renault Zoe is better for lower-cost electric use, with 395 km of range and RM50 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door costs RM128,888 more than the Renault Zoe: RM293,888 versus RM165,000.
How quickly can the Renault Zoe charge?
The Renault Zoe accepts AC charging at up to 22 kW and DC charging at up to 50 kW. Its battery capacity is 52.0 kWh and its quoted EV range is 395 km.