Verdict
At RM193,888, the MINI Electric is RM5,888 dearer than the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara, but its 215 hp and 330 Nm motor cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 6.7 seconds versus 8.7 seconds. It also charges faster at 95 kW DC and 11 kW AC. The Suzuki counters with 426 km range, a 306-litre boot and five seats, against 402 km, 210 litres and four seats. For Malaysian buyers carrying people and luggage, the eVitara is the more practical choice; the MINI suits those prioritising pace and charging speed.
Pick the MINI Electric if 6.7-second acceleration, 95 kW DC charging and its head-up display matter more than rear-seat and boot space.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you need five seats, a 306-litre boot, 426 km range and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Performance: MINI Electric has 215 hp and 330 Nm; Suzuki eVitara has 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Acceleration: MINI Electric reaches 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds; Suzuki eVitara takes 8.7 seconds.
- Battery and range: MINI Electric uses a 54.2 kWh battery for 402 km; Suzuki eVitara has 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- Charging: MINI Electric supports 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC; Suzuki eVitara supports 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC.
- Practicality: MINI Electric has four seats and a 210-litre boot; Suzuki eVitara has five seats and 306 litres.
- Size: MINI Electric is 3,858 mm long on a 2,526 mm wheelbase; Suzuki eVitara is 4,275 mm long on a 2,700 mm wheelbase.
Electric
- 215 hp and 330 Nm with a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Faster 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging
- Head-up display, navigation and adaptive LED headlamps
- Four seats and a 210-litre boot versus five seats and 306 litres
- 402 km range trails the Suzuki eVitara's 426 km
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
eVitara
- Five seats, five doors and a 306-litre boot
- 426 km range from a 61.1 kWh battery
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and steering-correction lane-keeping assist
- 172 hp, 193 Nm and an 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time trail the MINI Electric
- 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC charging are slower
- No head-up display or navigation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888 | RM188,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 402 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 306 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point belts | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components 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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Electric vs eVitara FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Suzuki eVitara is better for space, range and warranty cover, with five seats, a 306-litre boot, 426 km range and five years of manufacturer warranty. The MINI Electric is better for performance and charging, reaching 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and accepting 95 kW DC.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Electric costs RM5,888 more than the Suzuki eVitara. The gap is modest, but the MINI brings 43 hp more, 137 Nm more torque, 2.0 seconds quicker acceleration and faster AC and DC charging.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Suzuki eVitara is the clear family choice. It has five seats, five doors, a 306-litre boot and a 2,700 mm wheelbase, compared with the MINI Electric's four seats, three doors, 210-litre boot and 2,526 mm wheelbase.