Verdict
The Volvo EC40 costs RM248,888, RM10,000 below the RM258,888 MINI Countryman, and stretches its 70 kWh battery to 488 km versus 432 km. Its 200 kW DC ceiling also cuts more charging-time pressure than the MINI’s 130 kW rate. The Countryman hits back hard: its twin motors produce 313 hp and 494 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds against 7.3 seconds, while its 460-litre boot is 47 litres larger. For Malaysian buyers prioritising distance and warranty cover, the locally assembled Volvo makes the stronger case; the MINI is the faster, more practical load carrier.
Pick the MINI Countryman if you want 313 hp, a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time and a 460-litre boot.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want 488 km of range, 200 kW DC charging and a five-year manufacturer warranty for RM10,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman RM258,888; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- Range and battery: MINI Countryman 432 km from 66.5 kWh; Volvo EC40 488 km from 70 kWh.
- Power and acceleration: MINI Countryman 313 hp, 494 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Volvo EC40 235 hp, 420 Nm, 7.3 seconds.
- Charging: MINI Countryman 22 kW AC and 130 kW DC; Volvo EC40 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- Boot space: MINI Countryman 460 litres; Volvo EC40 413 litres.
- Warranty: MINI Countryman two-year manufacturer warranty; Volvo EC40 five-year manufacturer warranty.
Countryman
- Twin-motor 313 hp and 494 Nm output.
- Quicker 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Larger 460-litre boot, plus a head-up display and front-seat massage function.
- RM10,000 dearer than the Volvo EC40.
- Shorter 432 km range and lower 130 kW DC charging rate.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
EC40
- Lower RM248,888 price and local CKD assembly.
- 488 km range from a 70 kWh battery.
- 200 kW DC charging and five-year manufacturer warranty.
- Slower 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time with 235 hp and 420 Nm.
- Smaller 413-litre boot.
- 11 kW AC charging rate versus the MINI’s 22 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM258,888 | RM248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM220✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 313 hp✓ | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm✓ | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 70 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 432 km | 488 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,185 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres✓ | 413 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | No |
| 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/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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Countryman vs EC40 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is the better long-distance and charging buy: it costs RM10,000 less, manages 488 km and accepts up to 200 kW DC charging. Choose the MINI Countryman for much stronger acceleration and its 460-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman costs RM258,888 and the Volvo EC40 costs RM248,888, so the MINI is RM10,000 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Volvo EC40 has the higher DC charging ceiling at 200 kW, against 130 kW for the MINI Countryman. The MINI has the higher AC rate, however, at 22 kW versus the Volvo’s 11 kW.