Verdict
The RM20,000 gap buys the MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 254 hp, 350 Nm and a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time, plus six front and six rear parking sensors. But its 54.2 kWh battery returns 355 km, 51 km short of the MINI Aceman SE’s 406 km despite identical 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging rates. For Malaysian daily use and longer intercity runs, the SE is the smarter buy; the JCW makes sense only if the stronger motor and 200 km/h top speed matter more than range.
Pick the MINI Aceman SE if you want 406 km of EV range and RM20,000 stays in your pocket.
Pick the MINI Aceman John Cooper Works if you will use its 254 hp, 350 Nm motor and 6.4-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Key differences
- Price: RM213,888 vs RM233,888, a RM20,000 difference.
- Motor output: 215 hp and 330 Nm vs 254 hp and 350 Nm.
- EV range: 406 km vs 355 km from the same 54.2 kWh battery.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h vs 6.4 seconds and 200 km/h.
- Parking sensors: none front or rear vs six front and six rear sensors.
- Annual road tax: RM200 vs RM240.
SE
- 406 km EV range, 51 km more than the JCW.
- RM20,000 lower purchase price.
- Same 54.2 kWh battery and 11 kW AC/95 kW DC charging rates as the JCW.
- 215 hp and 330 Nm trail the JCW’s 254 hp and 350 Nm.
- 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time and 170 km/h top speed are slower.
- No front or rear parking sensors.
John Cooper Works
- 254 hp and 350 Nm from its single front motor.
- Reaches 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and tops out at 200 km/h.
- Gets six front and six rear parking sensors.
- 355 km range is 51 km shorter than the SE’s 406 km.
- Costs RM20,000 more.
- RM240 annual road tax is RM40 higher than the SE’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM233,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 254 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 406 km✓ | 355 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 95 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 | 6.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 300 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" JCW Lap Spoke Two-Tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" JCW Lap Spoke Two-Tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For 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 | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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SE vs John Cooper Works FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman SE or MINI Aceman John Cooper Works better?
The MINI Aceman SE is the better buy for most drivers because it costs RM20,000 less and has 406 km of range. Choose the MINI Aceman John Cooper Works for its 254 hp motor, 6.4-second sprint and parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman John Cooper Works costs RM20,000 more than the MINI Aceman SE: RM233,888 against RM213,888.
Do the MINI Aceman SE and MINI Aceman John Cooper Works charge at different speeds?
No. Both use a 54.2 kWh battery, support 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW DC charging. The SE travels farther at 406 km, while the JCW is rated at 355 km.