Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Renault Zoe is the more practical daily proposition: five doors, five seats, a 338-litre boot and 395 km of EV range. Its 52 kWh battery takes 22 kW AC or 50 kW DC charging, while annual road tax is RM50 against RM379. The MINI Convertible brings 204 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h claim, versus the Zoe’s 108 hp and 225 Nm. It also has a fuller safety and parking suite, but two doors, four seats and a 215-litre boot impose clear compromises.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want 204 hp, 300 Nm, open-top motoring and the stronger driver-assistance and parking equipment list.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you need five doors, five seats, 395 km of EV range and a far more useful 338-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Output: MINI Convertible 204 hp and 300 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Doors and seats: MINI Convertible 2 doors and 4 seats; Renault Zoe 5 doors and 5 seats.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; Renault Zoe 338 litres.
- Annual road tax: MINI Convertible RM379; Renault Zoe RM50.
- Dimensions: MINI Convertible 3,879 mm long, 1,744 mm wide and 1,431 mm tall; Renault Zoe 4,087 mm long, 1,787 mm wide and 1,562 mm tall.
Convertible
- 204 hp, 300 Nm and a claimed 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and collision warning.
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six parking sensors front and rear.
- Two doors and four seats versus the Zoe’s five doors and five seats.
- 215-litre boot is 123 litres smaller than the Zoe’s 338 litres.
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM50 for the Zoe.
Zoe
- 395 km EV range from a 52 kWh battery, with 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- Five doors, five seats and a 338-litre boot.
- RM50 annual road tax.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm trail the MINI’s 204 hp and 300 Nm.
- No listed autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system.
- No listed reverse camera, front parking sensors or auto parking.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,502 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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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Convertible vs Zoe FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Renault Zoe better?
The Renault Zoe is better for most daily-use needs thanks to its five doors, five seats, 338-litre boot and 395 km EV range. Choose the MINI Convertible for its 204 hp performance, convertible body and more extensive safety and parking assistance.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM153,888 more than the Renault Zoe: RM318,888 versus RM165,000.
Which is more practical for carrying people and luggage?
The Renault Zoe is decisively more practical. It has five doors and five seats, while the MINI Convertible has two doors and four seats; its 338-litre boot is also larger than the MINI’s 215 litres.