Car Buyer's Guide

MINI Aceman vs MINI Electric

MINI Aceman

MINI Aceman

MINI Electric

MINI Electric

Verdict

The RM213,888 Aceman asks RM10,000 more than the RM193,888 MINI Electric, but turns the same 215 hp/330 Nm motor and 54.2 kWh battery into a more useful five-door, five-seat package. Its 300-litre boot is 90 litres larger, and the 2,606 mm wheelbase gives it 80 mm more space between the axles. The Electric is the sharper buy for a couple or small household: it reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, four-tenths quicker, while losing only 4 km of claimed range. Both charge at up to 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC.

Aceman

Pick the MINI Aceman if you need five seats, five doors and a 300-litre boot, plus a powered tailgate and auto parking.

Electric

Pick the MINI Electric if you want to save RM10,000, get to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and can live with three doors, four seats and 210 litres of boot space.

Key differences

  • Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; MINI Electric RM193,888.
  • 0-100 km/h: MINI Aceman 7.1 seconds; MINI Electric 6.7 seconds.
  • Length/wheelbase: MINI Aceman 4,076/2,606 mm; MINI Electric 3,858/2,526 mm.
  • Doors/seats: MINI Aceman 5/5; MINI Electric 3/4.
  • Boot space: MINI Aceman 300 litres; MINI Electric 210 litres.
  • Wheels: MINI Aceman 19-inch alloys; MINI Electric 18-inch alloys.

Aceman

  • Five doors and five seats.
  • 300-litre boot, 90 litres larger.
  • Powered tailgate and auto parking.
  • RM10,000 dearer.
  • 0-100 km/h is 0.4 seconds slower.
  • No front or rear parking sensors.

Electric

  • RM10,000 less expensive.
  • 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
  • Adaptive LED headlamps, six front and six rear parking sensors.
  • Three doors and four seats.
  • 210-litre boot is 90 litres smaller.
  • Manual tailgate and no auto parking.
Price & overview
PriceRM213,888RM193,888
Body typeSUVHatchback
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM200RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower215 hp215 hp
Motor Torque330 Nm330 Nm
Battery Capacity54.2 kWh54.2 kWh
EV Range406 km402 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)95 kW95 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.1 seconds6.7 seconds
Top Speed170 km/h170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,076 mm3,858 mm
Width1,754 mm1,756 mm
Height1,515 mm1,460 mm
Wheelbase2,606 mm2,526 mm
Weight1,605 kg
Doors53
Seats54
Boot Space300 litres210 litres
Front Tyre225/40R19225/40R18
Rear Tyre225/40R19225/40R18
Factory TyresGoodyear Assurance ComfortTredMaxxis Premitra 5
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels18" Night Flash Alloys
Rear Wheels19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels18" Night Flash Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, CurtainDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point belts4 Three-point belts
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger SeatAvailable on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistWarning OnlyWarning Only
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsFor Front Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorAdaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage FunctionPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic ClimateDual-zone Automatic Climate
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 1 Rear
Audio9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Flip SwitchKeyless Flip Switch
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlActive Cruise Control (Requires Subscription)Active Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered TailgateManual Operation
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree View MonitorYes, with 360-degree View Monitor
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years2 years
Warranty Extended2 years2 years
Warranty NotesRepair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty8-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.

Aceman vs Electric FAQ

Is the MINI Aceman or MINI Electric better?

The Aceman is better for carrying people and luggage, with five seats, five doors and 300 litres of boot space. The Electric is better if lower purchase cost and quicker acceleration matter more; it is RM10,000 cheaper and does 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.

What is the price difference?

The MINI Aceman costs RM10,000 more than the MINI Electric. The gap brings five doors, a fifth seat, 90 litres more boot space, a powered tailgate and auto parking, but not extra motor output or battery capacity.

Do the Aceman and MINI Electric charge at the same rate?

Yes. Both use a 54.2 kWh battery on 400V architecture, with 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging capability. Claimed range is close: 406 km for the Aceman and 402 km for the MINI Electric.

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