Verdict
The F60 starts at RM226,326, while the U25 costs RM258,888; the RM32,562 gap buys a 313 hp, 494 Nm electric drivetrain that reaches 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, against 136 hp, 220 Nm and 9.6 seconds. The U25 also brings a 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km range, 130 kW DC charging and a much fuller safety and infotainment suite. The F60 remains the lower-cost petrol route, with RM120 annual road tax versus RM335 and rated consumption of 6 L/100 km.
Pick the MINI Countryman F60 if you want the lower purchase cost, petrol power and a sliding rear bench.
Pick the MINI Countryman U25 if you can charge an EV and want much stronger performance, all-wheel drive and modern driver assistance.
Key differences
- Output: F60 has 136 hp and 220 Nm; U25 has 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- Acceleration: F60 reaches 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; U25 does it in 5.6 seconds.
- Energy storage: F60 has a 51-litre fuel tank; U25 has a 66.5 kWh battery with 432 km range.
- Dimensions: F60 measures 4,299 mm long, 1,822 mm wide and 1,557 mm tall; U25 is 4,433 mm, 1,843 mm and 1,656 mm.
- Boot space: F60 carries 450 litres; U25 carries 460 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: F60 uses 18-inch wheels with 225/50R18 tyres; U25 uses 20-inch wheels with 245/40R20 tyres.
F60
- Lower annual road tax at RM120.
- Rear seats slide as well as recline and split 40:20:40.
- Front foglamps and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the U25 by four seconds.
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Smaller 450-litre boot and no 360-degree camera.
U25
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km range, 22 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, active cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- RM32,562 higher purchase cost and RM335 annual road tax.
- 180 km/h top speed is 20 km/h below the F60's 200 km/h.
- Rear seats do not list the F60's sliding adjustment.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM226,326✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Torque | 220 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 126 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,299 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,465 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T001 RFT | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Netherlands (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Pair Spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Pair Spoke Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Slidable, Manual Recline | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" MINI Visual Boost with 5-Key Controller | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 4-year MINI Service Inclusive | 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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F60 vs U25 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman F60 or MINI Countryman U25 better?
The U25 is the better-equipped and substantially quicker choice, adding all-wheel drive, 432 km EV range and active safety systems. Pick the F60 if its lower cost, petrol drivetrain and sliding rear seats suit your priorities better.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman U25 costs RM32,562 more than the MINI Countryman F60.
Which Countryman is quicker?
The U25 is much quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds versus 9.6 seconds for the F60. It also has 313 hp and 494 Nm, compared with 136 hp and 220 Nm.