Verdict
The RM188,888 R60 is the cheaper route into a Countryman, and its 1.6-litre petrol engine, 47-litre tank and 7.6 L/100 km rating suit buyers who want familiar refuelling. Spend RM258,888 on the U25 and the gap buys a 313 hp, 494 Nm dual-motor all-wheel-drive EV that cuts the 0-100 km/h time from 11.6 to 5.6 seconds, plus a 66.5 kWh battery rated for 432 km. It is also 336 mm longer with a 460-litre boot, but costs RM335 a year in road tax against RM120.
Pick the MINI Countryman R60 if RM70,000 less upfront, a smaller 4,097 mm body and petrol refuelling matter more than acceleration and driver assistance.
Pick the MINI Countryman U25 if you can charge an EV and want 313 hp, all-wheel drive, a 432 km rated range and far more modern cabin and safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: R60 RM188,888; U25 RM258,888.
- Powertrain: R60 1,598 cc petrol, 120 hp and 155 Nm; U25 dual motors, 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- Performance: R60 0-100 km/h in 11.6 seconds; U25 in 5.6 seconds.
- Range/energy: R60 47-litre fuel tank and 7.6 L/100 km; U25 66.5 kWh battery and 432 km EV range.
- Size/boot: R60 is 4,097 mm long with 350 litres; U25 is 4,433 mm long with 460 litres.
- Road tax: R60 RM120 per year; U25 RM335 per year.
R60
- RM70,000 lower purchase price.
- Smaller 4,097 mm length suits tighter parking spaces.
- Five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings.
- 120 hp and 155 Nm leave it 6.0 seconds slower to 100 km/h.
- 350-litre boot trails the U25 by 110 litres.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera.
U25
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 432 km rated EV range; 22 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, active cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- RM70,000 higher purchase price.
- RM335 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 336 mm longer and 54 mm wider than the R60.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,888✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 120 hp | — |
| Torque | 155 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 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 | 11.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 177 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,097 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,561 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,595 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| 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 for rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | 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 | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | MINI Boost Radio | 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 | Push Button | 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 | Remote Control Activation | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km MINI Service Inclusive, with option for an additional 2-year/40,000 km extension | 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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R60 vs U25 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman R60 or MINI Countryman U25 better?
The U25 is the more capable car: 313 hp, 494 Nm, all-wheel drive, 5.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and substantially stronger safety and convenience equipment. The R60 is the better choice only when its RM70,000 lower price and petrol operation are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman U25 costs RM70,000 more than the R60: RM258,888 against RM188,888. Its annual road tax is also RM215 higher, at RM335 versus RM120.
Can the MINI Countryman U25 be charged quickly?
Yes. The U25 accepts AC charging at up to 22 kW and DC charging at up to 130 kW. Its 66.5 kWh battery has a rated range of 432 km.