Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the F55 is the rational entry at RM187,647, with 136 hp, 220 Nm and a quoted 5 L/100 km. But the newer F65’s RM293,888 price brings a serious 201 hp and 300 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 8.1 to 6.8 seconds. Its 9.4-inch OLED screen, 360-degree camera, auto parking and active safety systems make it the much more fully equipped car. The F55 counters with a 4-year manufacturer warranty and a slightly larger 278-litre boot.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F55 if RM106,241 less outlay, RM90 annual road tax and a 4-year manufacturer warranty matter more than outright pace and newer driver assistance.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F65 if you want 201 hp, a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, LED projector headlamps and the full parking-camera suite.
Key differences
- Price: F55 RM187,647; F65 RM293,888.
- Power and torque: F55 136 hp and 220 Nm; F65 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: F55 8.1 seconds and 207 km/h; F65 6.8 seconds and 242 km/h.
- Transmission: F55 six-speed conventional automatic; F65 seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
- Dimensions and boot: F55 4,005 mm long with 278 litres; F65 4,036 mm long with 275 litres.
- Wheels: F55 16-inch alloys with 195/55R16 tyres; F65 18-inch alloys with 215/40R18 tyres.
F55
- RM106,241 lower purchase price
- Quoted 5 L/100 km fuel economy
- Four-year manufacturer warranty
- 136 hp and 220 Nm trail the F65's 201 hp and 300 Nm
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind spot information system
- No reverse camera, 360-degree monitor or auto parking
F65
- 201 hp and 300 Nm with a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction
- 9.4-inch OLED display, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM106,241 higher purchase price
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM90
- 275-litre boot is 3 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM187,647✓ | RM293,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 207 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 109 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,005 mm | 4,036 mm |
| Width | 1,727 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,425 mm | 1,464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,567 mm |
| Weight | 1,295 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 278 litres✓ | 275 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 215/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip | Vredestein Ultra |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Loop Spoke Silver Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Loop Spoke Silver Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| 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 belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED illumination with normal bulb brake light | Full LED |
| 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 Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" MINI Visual Boost with 5-Key Controller | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | No | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 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 | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 4-year MINI Service Inclusive | 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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F55 vs F65 FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door F55 or MINI 5 Door F65 better?
The F65 is better equipped and much quicker, with 201 hp, 300 Nm, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The F55 is the better-cost choice, with lower road tax, quoted 5 L/100 km consumption and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The F65 costs RM106,241 more than the F55. That buys 65 hp and 80 Nm more, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, active safety assistance, a 9.4-inch OLED display and parking aids including a 360-degree camera.
Which MINI 5 Door has the better parking equipment?
The F65 does. It has six front and six rear parking sensors, a reverse camera with 360-degree view monitor and auto parking. The F55 has four rear sensors only, with no front sensors, reverse camera or auto parking.