MINI Countryman vs Subaru Outback
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the MINI Countryman offers a competitive price of RM 258,888, coupled with a peppy 201 hp engine that propels it from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.4 seconds, making it a sporty choice. In contrast, the Subaru Outback, priced at RM 280,390, provides a more spacious wagon body with a larger boot capacity of 522 L, ideal for families or those needing extra cargo space. Both vehicles feature all-wheel drive, but the Countryman's performance edge may appeal to those prioritising speed and agility.
Pick the Countryman if you prioritise sporty performance and quicker acceleration.
Pick the Outback if you need more space and a longer warranty period.
Key differences
- Price: RM 258,888 (Countryman) vs RM 280,390 (Outback)
- Power: 201 hp (Countryman) vs 185 hp (Outback)
- Torque: 300 Nm (Countryman) vs 245 Nm (Outback)
- 0–100 km/h: 7.4 s (Countryman) vs 9.6 s (Outback)
- Boot space: 460 L (Countryman) vs 522 L (Outback)
- Warranty: 2 years (Countryman) vs 5 years (Outback)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 258,888✓ | RM 280,390 |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Power | 201 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm✓ | 245 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 7.4 s✓ | 9.6 s |
| Top speed | 228 km/h✓ | 206 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Boot space | 460 L | 522 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 54 L | 63 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 878 |
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.
Countryman
- Sporty performance with 201 hp and 0-100 km/h in 7.4s
- Compact size for urban driving
- Attractive pricing compared to rivals
- Smaller boot space at 460 L
- Shorter warranty period of 2 years
- Less torque than Outback
Outback
- More spacious with 522 L boot capacity
- Longer warranty of 5 years
- Comfortable ride quality for longer journeys
- Higher price at RM 280,390
- Slower acceleration at 9.6s
- Less powerful engine with 185 hp
Countryman vs Outback FAQ
Is the Countryman or Outback better?
It depends on your priorities; the Countryman excels in performance and agility, while the Outback offers more space and a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman is priced at RM 258,888, while the Subaru Outback costs RM 280,390, making the Outback RM 21,502 more expensive.
Which vehicle has better fuel efficiency?
Both vehicles run on petrol, but specific fuel efficiency figures are not provided; however, the Countryman's smaller engine may offer better mileage.