Verdict
At RM258,888, the all-electric Countryman is RM10,000 cheaper yet puts out 313 hp and 494 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. Its 66.5-kWh battery is rated for 432 km, with 22-kW AC and 130-kW DC charging, so it makes the stronger case if charging is part of your routine. The RM268,888 XC40 uses a 263-hp, 390-Nm 1,969cc petrol hybrid/REV powertrain rated at 7.7 L/100 km. It counters with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and seven airbags, against two years and six in the MINI. Both have AWD, 460-litre boots and 180-km/h top speeds.
The Countryman JCW (RM389,888) sits above every XC40 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the MINI Countryman if you can charge regularly and want 313 hp, a 432-km EV range and quicker 5.6-second acceleration for RM10,000 less.
Pick the Volvo XC40 if a 1,969cc petrol hybrid/REV powertrain, five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and an extra airbag matter more than EV charging.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman RM258,888; Volvo XC40 RM268,888.
- Power and torque: MINI Countryman has 313 hp and 494 Nm; Volvo XC40 has 263 hp and 390 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Countryman 5.6 seconds; Volvo XC40 6.4 seconds.
- Powertrain and energy: MINI Countryman has a 66.5-kWh battery and 432-km EV range; Volvo XC40 has a 1,969cc petrol hybrid/REV powertrain rated at 7.7 L/100 km.
- Warranty and airbags: MINI Countryman has two-year unlimited-mileage warranty and six airbags; Volvo XC40 has five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and seven…
- Wheels: MINI Countryman uses 20-inch alloys with 245/40R20 tyres; Volvo XC40 uses 19-inch alloys with 235/50R19 tyres.
Countryman
- RM10,000 lower purchase price.
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 432-km rated range, 22-kW AC and 130-kW DC charging.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty versus five years for the XC40.
- Six airbags versus the XC40's seven airbags.
XC40
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Seven airbags, including a driver's knee airbag.
- Space-saver spare tyre included.
- RM10,000 more expensive than the Countryman.
- 263 hp, 390 Nm and 6.4-second 0-100 km/h performance trail the Countryman's 313 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6 seconds.
- No head-up display and only a reverse camera, versus the Countryman's head-up display and 360-degree view monitor.
What the Countryman has over the XC40
What the XC40 has over the Countryman
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM258,888✓ | RM268,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM428 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,645/mo✓ | RM2,745/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,979✓ | RM7,304 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,368✓ | RM3,065 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.84✓ | RM15.32 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM43,409✓ | RM53,982 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 3.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 35 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 263 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 390 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 313 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 432 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 22 inch | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 22 inch | 20 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 14 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 7 (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 | Power safety lock for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| 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 Reflectors |
| 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 with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear | 2 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| 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 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and 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 Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| 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 | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km hybrid 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Countryman vs XC40 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman or Volvo XC40 better?
The MINI Countryman is the better fit for regular charging: it costs RM10,000 less, has 313 hp and covers a rated 432 km per charge. Choose the Volvo XC40 for its five-year warranty, seven airbags and petrol hybrid/REV powertrain.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC40 costs RM268,888 and the MINI Countryman costs RM258,888, so the XC40 is RM10,000 more expensive.
Which one is quicker?
The MINI Countryman is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds versus 6.4 seconds for the Volvo XC40. Both have a 180-km/h top speed.
How long does charging take?
The Countryman's 66.5 kWh battery takes about 3.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 130 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The XC40 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Countryman is fully imported (CBU) from Germany. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.