Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman costs RM75,112 less than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier and cuts annual road tax from RM830 to RM200. Its 54.2-kWh battery, 406-km EV range and 95-kW DC charging suit buyers with dependable charging access, while its 4,076-mm length makes it 664 mm shorter. The Harrier is the roomier choice: 396 litres of boot space beats 300 litres, rear vents and a moonroof improve rear-seat comfort, and its five-year warranty is longer than MINI’s two years. Both are five-seat, front-wheel-drive SUVs with 360-degree cameras.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you can charge regularly and want 406 km of EV range, lower road tax and a much smaller footprint for town use.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you need the 396-litre boot, rear-seat amenities and five-year vehicle warranty of a larger petrol-hybrid SUV.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Annual road tax: MINI Aceman RM200; Toyota Harrier RM830.
- Powertrain: MINI Aceman has a 54.2-kWh battery and 406-km EV range; Toyota Harrier has a 2,487-cc petrol-hybrid system and 55-litre fuel tank.
- Motor output: MINI Aceman 215 hp and 330 Nm; Toyota Harrier 118 hp and 202 Nm.
- Length and boot space: MINI Aceman 4,076 mm and 300 litres; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm and 396 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: MINI Aceman two years; Toyota Harrier five years.
Aceman
- 406-km EV range with 95-kW DC charging
- 215 hp and 330 Nm electric motor
- Head-up display, Harman Kardon audio and auto parking
- 300-litre boot trails the Harrier’s 396 litres
- No rear air-con vents or moonroof
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
Harrier
- 396-litre boot and reclining rear seats with centre armrest
- Rear air-con vents and electrochromic moonroof
- Lane-keeping steering correction and rear cross-traffic alert with braking
- Costs RM75,112 more and annual road tax is RM630 higher
- 4,740-mm body is 664 mm longer than the Aceman
- No head-up display or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM289,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 202 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 | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 396 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/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| 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 Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-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 | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| 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 | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Toyota Harrier better?
The Aceman is better for regular EV charging, lower annual road tax and a compact 4,076-mm body. The Harrier is better for cabin and cargo space, with a 396-litre boot, rear vents and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM75,112 more than the MINI Aceman: RM289,000 versus RM213,888.
Which is easier to use in the city?
The MINI Aceman is easier to place in tight spaces on dimensions alone. It is 4,076 mm long and 1,754 mm wide, compared with the Toyota Harrier’s 4,740 mm length and 1,855 mm width, and it also has auto parking.