Verdict
The RM15,888 premium for the MINI Aceman buys a far stronger 215 hp/330 Nm motor, cutting the 0-100 km/h run to 7.1 seconds against 8.7 seconds, plus 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging. The Toyota Urban Cruiser counters with a 61.1 kWh battery, 426 km range and a roomier 2,700 mm wheelbase, while its 306-litre boot just edges the MINI’s 300 litres. For Malaysian buyers who value pace and charging speed, take the Aceman; those priorities reversed favour the Toyota.
Pick the MINI Aceman if 215 hp, 330 Nm, 95 kW DC charging and a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than extra range and cabin length.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want 426 km of range, a 2,700 mm wheelbase, steering lane correction 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.
- Range and battery: MINI Aceman 406 km from 54.2 kWh; Toyota Urban Cruiser 426 km from 61.1 kWh.
- Charging: MINI Aceman supports 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC; Toyota Urban Cruiser supports 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC.
- Performance: MINI Aceman reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h; Toyota Urban Cruiser takes 8.7 seconds and reaches 150 km/h.
- Size: MINI Aceman has a 2,606 mm wheelbase and 300-litre boot; Toyota Urban Cruiser has a 2,700 mm wheelbase and 306-litre boot.
- Warranty: MINI Aceman has a two-year vehicle warranty and eight-year/160,000 km battery cover; Toyota Urban Cruiser has a five-year vehicle warranty and…
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 tailgate, head-up display and auto parking.
- 406 km range trails the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s 426 km.
- RM200 annual road tax exceeds the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s RM120.
- Its 2,606 mm wheelbase is 94 mm shorter.
Urban Cruiser
- 61.1 kWh battery delivers 426 km of range.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase, sliding 40:20:40 rear seats and a 306-litre boot.
- Steering lane correction, front and rear parking sensors, plus a five-year vehicle warranty.
- 172 hp and 193 Nm trail the MINI Aceman’s 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC charging are slower than the MINI Aceman’s 11 kW and 95 kW.
- It lacks the MINI Aceman’s powered tailgate, head-up display and auto parking.
| 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 | 4 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 better for stronger acceleration and faster AC/DC charging. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is better for 20 km more range, a longer wheelbase, steering lane correction and longer vehicle warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman costs RM15,888 more than the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
Which EV charges faster?
The MINI Aceman charges faster on both quoted inputs: 11 kW AC versus 7 kW, and 95 kW DC versus 67 kW for the Toyota Urban Cruiser.