Verdict
At RM318,888, the MINI Convertible costs RM37,815 more than the RM281,073 Xpeng X9, yet serves a radically narrower brief. The MINI is 1,437 mm shorter and reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, so it suits buyers wanting a compact open-top petrol car with sharper straight-line pace. The X9 is the practical choice: seven seats, a 721-litre boot, 535 km EV range and 537 kW DC charging make far more sense for family travel. Its 2,750 kg mass and 5,316 mm length demand more parking-room discipline.
Pick the MINI Convertible if an open roof, compact 3,879 mm footprint and 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than passenger and luggage capacity.
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a 721-litre boot and a 94.8 kWh EV battery with 535 km range.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- Performance: MINI Convertible 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and 237 km/h; Xpeng X9 8.2 seconds and 200 km/h.
- Seating and doors: MINI Convertible four seats and two doors; Xpeng X9 seven seats and five doors.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; Xpeng X9 721 litres.
- Length: MINI Convertible 3,879 mm; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm.
- Powertrain: MINI Convertible 204 hp/300 Nm 1,998 cc turbo petrol; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm electric motor.
Convertible
- Convertible body and 3,879 mm city-friendly length
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 237 km/h top speed
- RM37,815 more expensive
- Only four seats, two doors and a 215-litre boot
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
X9
- Seven seats and 721-litre boot
- 94.8 kWh battery with 535 km EV range
- 537 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L and rear-axle steering
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 200 km/h top speed
- Its 5,316 mm length and 2,750 kg weight are less convenient in tight spaces
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM281,073✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| 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 |
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 X9 FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for most family buyers, with seven seats, a 721-litre boot and 535 km EV range. Choose the MINI Convertible for its open roof, much shorter body and quicker 6.9-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM37,815 more than the Xpeng X9: RM318,888 versus RM281,073.
Which one is easier to park in Malaysia?
The MINI Convertible is easier to place in tight parking bays at 3,879 mm long and 1,744 mm wide. The Xpeng X9 measures 5,316 mm by 1,988 mm, although it gets rear-axle steering and 360-degree surround view.