Verdict
The RM20,000 gap buys the Aceman a proper five-seat, five-door body, 300-litre boot and 80 mm more wheelbase, so it is the easier MINI EV for family use. Its 406 km range is only 4 km ahead, however, and both use a 215 hp/330 Nm front motor, 54.2 kWh battery, 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging. The Electric counters with a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time against 7.1 seconds, adaptive LED headlamps and front/rear parking sensors. For most Malaysian buyers, the Aceman’s extra practicality justifies RM213,888; the RM193,888 Electric suits a smaller household.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you need five seats, five doors, a 300-litre boot and a powered tailgate.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want the lower entry price, quicker 6.7-second sprint and a compact three-door hatchback.
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: MINI Aceman 4,076 mm; MINI Electric 3,858 mm
- Wheelbase: MINI Aceman 2,606 mm; MINI Electric 2,526 mm
- Seats and boot: MINI Aceman 5 seats/300 litres; MINI Electric 4 seats/210 litres
- Wheels: MINI Aceman 19-inch alloys; MINI Electric 18-inch alloys
Aceman
- Five seats and five doors
- 300-litre boot with powered tailgate
- Auto parking and 360-degree camera
- RM20,000 dearer
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 7.1 seconds versus 6.7 seconds
- No front or rear parking sensors listed
Electric
- RM20,000 lower price
- Quicker 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Adaptive LED headlamps with high beam assist and 12 parking sensors
- Three doors and four seats
- 210-litre boot is 90 litres smaller
- Manual tailgate
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM193,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 406 km✓ | 402 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,756 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,526 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,605 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Maxxis Premitra 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 belts | 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 | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | 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 | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | 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, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 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 | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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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 a 300-litre boot. Choose the Electric for lower cost, a quicker 0-100 km/h time and its smaller hatchback footprint.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman costs RM20,000 more than the MINI Electric. That extra spend brings an additional rear door, one more seat, a 90-litre larger boot, a powered tailgate and auto parking.
Which MINI has the better EV range and charging?
The Aceman has a marginal 406 km range versus the Electric’s 402 km. Charging hardware is identical: both have a 54.2 kWh battery, 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW DC charging.