Verdict
The RM38,888 gap buys the MINI Countryman’s 313 hp, 494 Nm twin-motor all-wheel-drive drivetrain, cutting the 0-100 km/h run to 5.6 seconds against 7.4 seconds. It is also 257 mm shorter yet has an 8-litre larger boot. But the Toyota bZ4X makes the stronger long-distance case: its 73.1-kWh battery is rated for 525 km, 93 km beyond the MINI, and DC charging rises to 150 kW versus 130 kW. For Malaysian buyers, the Toyota’s five-year vehicle warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU cover further tip the practical argument.
Pick the MINI Countryman if you want 313 hp, 494 Nm, all-wheel drive and a far quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you prioritise its 525-km range, 150-kW DC charging, lower road tax and longer warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman RM258,888; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000.
- Motor output: MINI Countryman 313 hp and 494 Nm; Toyota bZ4X 224 hp and 269 Nm.
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: MINI Countryman all-wheel drive, 5.6 seconds; Toyota bZ4X front-wheel drive, 7.4 seconds.
- Battery and range: MINI Countryman 66.5 kWh, 432 km; Toyota bZ4X 73.1 kWh, 525 km.
- DC charging and road tax: MINI Countryman 130 kW, RM335/year; Toyota bZ4X 150 kW, RM200/year.
- Length and wheelbase: MINI Countryman 4,433 mm and 2,692 mm; Toyota bZ4X 4,690 mm and 2,850 mm.
Countryman
- 313 hp and 494 Nm from two motors with all-wheel drive.
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 180 km/h top speed.
- 460-litre boot, head-up display and Harman Kardon sound system.
- 432-km range trails the Toyota bZ4X’s 525 km.
- 130-kW DC charging is lower than the bZ4X’s 150 kW.
- Two-year vehicle warranty is shorter than the bZ4X’s five years.
bZ4X
- 525-km EV range from a 73.1-kWh battery.
- 150-kW DC charging and RM200 annual road tax.
- Five-year vehicle warranty plus eight-year unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty.
- 224 hp and 269 Nm are substantially down on the Countryman’s 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and a 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time lose out to the Countryman’s all-wheel drive and 5.6 seconds.
- 452-litre boot is 8 litres smaller than the Countryman’s 460 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM258,888 | RM220,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 313 hp✓ | 224 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 269 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 73.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 432 km | 525 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 7.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,020 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres✓ | 452 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | 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 Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker 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 Push Button |
| 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 | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| 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 | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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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Countryman vs bZ4X FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman or Toyota bZ4X better?
The Toyota bZ4X is better for range, charging, running costs and warranty cover. The MINI Countryman is better if performance matters: it has 313 hp, all-wheel drive and reaches 100 km/h 1.8 seconds sooner.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman costs RM38,888 more than the Toyota bZ4X. That extra spend brings twin motors, all-wheel drive, 89 hp more, 225 Nm more torque and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
Which has the better EV range and charging?
The Toyota bZ4X does. Its 73.1-kWh battery delivers a quoted 525 km, against 432 km from the MINI Countryman’s 66.5-kWh battery, and its 150-kW DC charging rate exceeds the MINI’s 130 kW.