Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the MINI Electric is the sharper value call at RM193,888, undercutting the MINI 3 Door by RM86,000 while bringing a 54.2-kWh battery, 402-km EV range and 215-hp/330-Nm motor. It is only 0.1 second behind to 100 km/h, at 6.7 seconds, and road tax is RM200 against RM379. The petrol MINI 3 Door answers with a 201-hp/300-Nm 2.0-litre turbo, 242-km/h top speed and steering-correcting lane assist, but its front seats are manual where the Electric gets power adjustment, memory and massage.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want to save RM86,000, have 402 km of stated EV range and want the better-equipped front seats.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you prefer a 201-hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol hatch with a 242-km/h top speed, paddle shifts and lane-keeping steering correction.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Electric RM193,888; MINI 3 Door RM279,888.
- Powertrain: MINI Electric has one 215-hp/330-Nm motor and 54.2-kWh battery; MINI 3 Door has a 1,998-cc 201-hp/300-Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Range/fuel storage: MINI Electric has 402 km EV range; MINI 3 Door has a 44-litre fuel tank.
- Performance: MINI Electric does 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and reaches 170 km/h; MINI 3 Door records 6.6 seconds and 242 km/h.
- Weight: MINI Electric weighs 1,605 kg; MINI 3 Door weighs 1,295 kg.
- Front seats: MINI Electric gets powered seats with driver memory and massage; MINI 3 Door has manual adjustment.
Electric
- RM86,000 lower purchase price.
- 402-km stated EV range from a 54.2-kWh battery.
- Powered front seats with driver memory and massage.
- 0-100 km/h is 0.1 second slower, at 6.7 seconds versus 6.6 seconds.
- 170-km/h top speed is 72 km/h lower.
- Lane-keeping only warns rather than providing steering correction.
3 Door
- Slightly quicker 6.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 242-km/h top speed and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifts.
- Lane-keeping assist provides steering correction.
- Costs RM86,000 more.
- Manual front-seat adjustment lacks the Electric's driver memory and massage function.
- Annual road tax is RM379 versus RM200.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888✓ | RM279,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 402 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 3,876 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,727 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point belts | 4 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| 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 View Monitor |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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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Electric vs 3 Door FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or MINI 3 Door better?
The MINI Electric is the better buy on price and equipment: it costs RM86,000 less, has 402 km of stated range and powered massaging front seats. Choose the MINI 3 Door for its slightly faster acceleration, 242-km/h top speed and lane-keeping steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Electric costs RM193,888 and the MINI 3 Door costs RM279,888, so the MINI 3 Door is RM86,000 more expensive.
Which MINI is quicker?
The MINI 3 Door is quicker by 0.1 second from 0-100 km/h, taking 6.6 seconds against the MINI Electric's 6.7 seconds. Its 242-km/h top speed also exceeds the Electric's 170 km/h.