Verdict
At RM304,800, the Zeekr 009 is RM14,088 cheaper than the RM318,888 MINI Convertible, yet it brings seven seats, a 574-litre boot and a 116 kWh battery rated for 604 km. That makes it the far more rational Malaysian family carrier, provided home or public charging suits your routine. The MINI counters with a 204 hp, 300 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 237 km/h top speed. Choose it for open-air motoring and compact-city dimensions, not passenger or luggage capacity.
Pick the MINI Convertible if a two-door, four-seat convertible with quicker 6.9-second acceleration matters more than family space and EV range.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you need seven seats, a 574-litre boot, 604 km EV range and a lower RM304,800 purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- Seating and doors: MINI Convertible 4 seats and 2 doors; Zeekr 009 7 seats and 5 doors.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; Zeekr 009 574 litres.
- Performance: MINI Convertible 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and 237 km/h; Zeekr 009 7.9 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Length: MINI Convertible 3,879 mm; Zeekr 009 5,209 mm.
- Power source: MINI Convertible 1,998 cc petrol engine; Zeekr 009 116 kWh battery with 604 km range.
Convertible
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Higher 237 km/h top speed.
- Much shorter 3,879 mm body for tighter urban parking.
- Only four seats versus the Zeekr 009's seven.
- 215-litre boot trails the Zeekr 009's 574 litres.
- Costs RM14,088 more without the Zeekr's EV range or charging capability.
009
- Seven seats and a 574-litre boot.
- 604 km EV range; 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- Powered, ventilated and massage-equipped front and middle-row seats.
- Slower 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.9 seconds.
- Its 5,209 mm length is 1,330 mm longer than the MINI Convertible.
- RM395 annual road tax is RM16 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM304,800✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM395 |
| 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 | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 604 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 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✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| 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 |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Four Rear 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 | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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 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 Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 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 009 FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is better for most family duties: it costs less, has seven seats, a 574-litre boot and 604 km EV range. The MINI Convertible is the better choice only for buyers prioritising a compact convertible and quicker 6.9-second acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888 and the Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800, so the MINI is RM14,088 more expensive.
Can the Zeekr 009 cover long journeys without petrol?
Yes, its 116 kWh battery is rated for 604 km and it supports 11 kW AC or 150 kW DC charging. Actual journey planning still depends on charger availability and charging stops.