Verdict
The MINI Aceman costs RM213,888 to the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s RM198,000, a RM15,888 step up that buys 215 hp, 330 Nm and a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time against 172 hp, 193 Nm and 8.7 seconds. It also charges faster at 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC. The Toyota counters with a 61.1 kWh battery, 426 km range and a roomier 2,700 mm wheelbase, versus 54.2 kWh, 406 km and 2,606 mm. For Malaysian family use, the Toyota’s five-year vehicle warranty and 8-year unlimited-mileage battery cover carry real weight.
Pick the MINI Aceman if 215 hp, 330 Nm, 95 kW DC charging and powered front seats with driver memory and massage matter more than maximum range and cabin length.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want 426 km of range, a 2,700 mm wheelbase, 40:20:40 sliding rear seats and a five-year vehicle warranty for less money.
Key differences
- Motor output: MINI Aceman 215 hp and 330 Nm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Battery and range: MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh and 406 km; Toyota Urban Cruiser 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- Charging: MINI Aceman 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC; Toyota Urban Cruiser 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC.
- Performance: MINI Aceman 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h; Toyota Urban Cruiser 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Size and boot: MINI Aceman 4,076 mm long, 2,606 mm wheelbase, 300 litres; Toyota Urban Cruiser 4,285 mm, 2,700 mm, 306 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: MINI Aceman 2 years, extendable by 2 years; Toyota Urban Cruiser 5 years.
Aceman
- 215 hp and 330 Nm, with a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Faster 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging.
- Powered front seats with driver memory and massage, plus powered tailgate and auto parking.
- 406 km range trails the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s 426 km.
- 2,606 mm wheelbase and 300-litre boot are smaller than the Toyota’s 2,700 mm and 306 litres.
- Two-year vehicle warranty is shorter than the Toyota’s five years.
Urban Cruiser
- 61.1 kWh battery and 426 km range.
- Longer 2,700 mm wheelbase, 40:20:40 sliding rear seats and 306-litre boot.
- Five-year vehicle warranty and 8-year unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty.
- 172 hp and 193 Nm fall well behind the MINI Aceman’s 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC charging are slower than the MINI’s 11 kW and 95 kW.
- Manual tailgate, no auto parking and a manual-adjust passenger seat versus the MINI’s powered tailgate, auto parking and powered front seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM198,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 406 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW✓ | 67 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✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 306 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Manual Operation |
| 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for 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 Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The MINI Aceman is the better choice for stronger acceleration and quicker charging. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is better for longer range, a longer wheelbase, more flexible rear seating and substantially longer vehicle warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman is RM15,888 more expensive than the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
Which one is better for longer trips?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser has the longer claimed range at 426 km versus 406 km, a larger 61.1 kWh battery and a 2,700 mm wheelbase. The MINI Aceman can replenish faster on both AC and DC charging.