Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman undercuts the RM248,888 Volvo EC40 by RM35,000 and is the easier fit for tight Malaysian parking: it is 364 mm shorter and 119 mm narrower. It is also marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 7.1 seconds versus 7.3. The EC40 spends that extra money on the longer-distance brief, with a 70 kWh battery, 488 km range and 200 kW DC charging against the MINI’s 54.2 kWh, 406 km and 95 kW. It also brings AWD, a 413-litre boot and a five-year warranty, but is much larger.
Pick the MINI Aceman if RM35,000 savings, a 4,076 mm urban-friendly body and the slightly quicker 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than charging speed and range.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you need 488 km range, 200 kW DC charging, all-wheel drive and the larger 413-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- Range and battery: MINI Aceman 406 km from 54.2 kWh; Volvo EC40 488 km from 70 kWh.
- DC charging: MINI Aceman 95 kW; Volvo EC40 200 kW.
- Driveline and output: MINI Aceman FWD with 215 hp/330 Nm; Volvo EC40 AWD with 235 hp/420 Nm.
- Size and boot: MINI Aceman 4,076 mm long with 300 litres; Volvo EC40 4,440 mm long with 413 litres.
- Warranty: MINI Aceman two years with a four-year extended warranty; Volvo EC40 five years.
Aceman
- RM35,000 cheaper to buy.
- 364 mm shorter and 119 mm narrower for city use.
- 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time beats the EC40’s 7.3 seconds; also gets driver memory, massage seats and a head-up display.
- 406 km range trails the EC40’s 488 km.
- 95 kW DC charging is far below the EC40’s 200 kW.
- 300-litre boot is 113 litres smaller, and lane keeping only warns rather than steers.
EC40
- 488 km range from a 70 kWh battery.
- 200 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive.
- 413-litre boot, rear air vents and five-year manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM35,000 more.
- 364 mm longer and 119 mm wider than the Aceman.
- 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.2 seconds slower than the Aceman’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM248,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 235 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 70 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 406 km | 488 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds✓ | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,185 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 413 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| 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 | 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | No |
| 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/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 EC40 FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is better for long trips and family carrying, with 488 km range, 200 kW DC charging and a 413-litre boot. The MINI Aceman is the better city-led buy: it costs RM35,000 less, is much smaller and reaches 100 km/h 0.2 seconds sooner.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EC40 costs RM35,000 more than the MINI Aceman: RM248,888 versus RM213,888. The extra buys a larger battery, 82 km more claimed range, 200 kW DC charging, AWD, more boot space and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
Which charges faster, the MINI Aceman or Volvo EC40?
The Volvo EC40 charges faster on DC at up to 200 kW, versus 95 kW for the MINI Aceman. Both have 11 kW AC charging, so their quoted AC charging capability is the same.