Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman costs RM171,084 less and its RM200 annual road tax is RM1,432 below the Volkswagen Touareg’s. For a Malaysian buyer with regular charging, the Aceman’s 54.2-kWh battery, 406-km range and 95-kW DC charging make it the far more manageable urban choice, helped by a 4,076-mm length. The Touareg is in another size class: 801 mm longer, with 810 litres of boot space against 300 litres, all-wheel drive, a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time and rear climate control. It is the family and long-distance machine, but at a substantial cost penalty.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you can charge an EV and want 406 km of range, a 4,076-mm footprint and much lower purchase price and road tax.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you need 810 litres of boot space, all-wheel drive, rear climate control and a quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Road tax per year: MINI Aceman RM200; Volkswagen Touareg RM1,632.
- Powertrain: MINI Aceman 215-hp/330-Nm electric motor with 54.2-kWh battery; Volkswagen Touareg 335-hp/450-Nm 2,995-cc petrol engine.
- Range or fuel storage: MINI Aceman 406 km EV range; Volkswagen Touareg 90-litre fuel tank.
- Performance: MINI Aceman 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h top speed; Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Boot space: MINI Aceman 300 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
Aceman
- RM171,084 lower purchase price
- 406-km EV range with 95-kW DC charging
- 801 mm shorter than the Touareg and has a head-up display
- 300-litre boot is 510 litres smaller
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Lane keeping gives warnings only, rather than steering correction
Touareg
- 810-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- 335 hp, 450 Nm and 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- All-wheel drive, air suspension and rear dual-zone climate control
- RM171,084 higher purchase price
- RM1,432 more annual road tax
- 801 mm longer and 230 mm wider
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM384,972 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | 6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension |
| 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 | Electronic 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 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 | — | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 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 | — |
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 Touareg FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Aceman is better for buyers who can charge regularly and need a compact EV with 406 km of range. The Touareg is better for five-seat family duties requiring its 810-litre boot, all-wheel drive and rear climate control.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Touareg costs RM171,084 more than the MINI Aceman: RM384,972 versus RM213,888. Its annual road tax is also RM1,632, compared with RM200 for the Aceman.
Which is quicker, the MINI Aceman or Volkswagen Touareg?
The Volkswagen Touareg is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds versus 7.1 seconds for the MINI Aceman. Its 250 km/h top speed is also 80 km/h higher than the Aceman’s 170 km/h.