Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman is RM65,112 cheaper, carries just RM200 annual road tax and delivers 215 hp, 330 Nm and a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 54.2-kWh battery claims 406 km of range, with 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC charging. The Subaru Outback answers with all-wheel drive, a much larger 522-litre boot and a 4,870-mm body, but costs RM279,000 and RM878 a year in road tax. For Malaysian urban use with dependable charging, the smaller, quicker Aceman is the sharper buy; the Outback suits buyers who need space and petrol-fed long-distance flexibility.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you have charging access and want 406 km EV range, a 7.1-second sprint and a RM65,112 lower entry price.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you need all-wheel drive, a 522-litre boot, rear air-con vents and a 63-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Powertrain: Aceman has one 215-hp/330-Nm electric motor and 54.2-kWh battery; Outback has a 2,498-cc 185-hp/245-Nm boxer petrol engine.
- Driveline: Aceman front-wheel drive; Outback all-wheel drive.
- 0-100 km/h: Aceman 7.1 seconds; Outback 9.6 seconds.
- Length and boot space: Aceman 4,076 mm and 300 litres; Outback 4,870 mm and 522 litres.
- Annual road tax: Aceman RM200; Outback RM878.
Aceman
- RM65,112 cheaper to buy with RM678 lower annual road tax.
- 215 hp and 330 Nm deliver a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 406-km claimed EV range, plus 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC charging.
- 300-litre boot is 222 litres smaller than the Outback's.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Outback's five years.
Outback
- All-wheel drive and a 63-litre petrol tank.
- 522-litre boot and rear air-con vents.
- Five-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- RM65,112 dearer and annual road tax is RM678 higher.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Aceman by 2.5 seconds.
- At 4,870 mm long and 1,875 mm wide, it takes more space than the 4,076-mm by 1,754-mm Aceman.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM279,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM878 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 185 hp |
| Torque | — | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 406 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Lineartronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Subaru |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 206 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
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 Outback FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Subaru Outback better?
The MINI Aceman is better for a buyer with charging access who prioritises lower purchase price, lower road tax and quicker acceleration. The Subaru Outback is better if all-wheel drive, a 522-litre boot, rear air-con vents and a petrol tank matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Outback costs RM65,112 more than the MINI Aceman: RM279,000 versus RM213,888.
Which has more luggage space?
The Subaru Outback has the larger boot at 522 litres, compared with 300 litres in the MINI Aceman. That is a 222-litre advantage for the Subaru.