Verdict
At RM193,888, the MINI Electric costs RM121,712 less than the RM315,600 Toyota GR Yaris and gives Malaysian urban buyers a 54.2-kWh battery, 402 km range and 95-kW DC charging. It is also better equipped for daily use, with powered massage seats, a head-up display and 210 litres of boot space. The GR Yaris is the serious driver’s choice: 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual cut 0-100 km/h to 5.2 seconds, 1.5 seconds ahead. Its 174-litre boot and higher entry price demand commitment.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want to spend RM121,712 less on a better-equipped EV with 402 km of stated range and a larger 210-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if a 296-hp all-wheel-drive hot hatch with a six-speed manual and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time matters more than price and daily-use equipment.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Electric RM193,888; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Performance: MINI Electric 215 hp, 330 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2 seconds.
- Driveline and transmission: MINI Electric front-wheel drive with single-ratio automatic; Toyota GR Yaris all-wheel drive with six-speed manual.
- Energy storage: MINI Electric has a 54.2-kWh battery and 402 km range; Toyota GR Yaris has a 50-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: MINI Electric 210 litres; Toyota GR Yaris 174 litres.
- Kerb weight: MINI Electric 1,605 kg; Toyota GR Yaris 1,280 kg.
Electric
- RM121,712 cheaper to buy.
- 54.2-kWh battery, 402 km range and 95-kW DC charging.
- Powered front seats with memory and massage, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- Slower 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.2 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- All-wheel drive, six-speed manual and front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM121,712 more.
- Smaller 174-litre boot versus 210 litres.
- No head-up display or navigation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM207 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 296 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6MT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 230 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| 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) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point belts | 4 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Reflector |
| 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 Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map 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 | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| 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 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
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 GR Yaris FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The MINI Electric is the better daily-use choice on price, equipment, EV range and boot space. Choose the Toyota GR Yaris if performance is decisive: it has 296 hp, all-wheel drive and reaches 100 km/h 1.5 seconds sooner.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM315,600, which is RM121,712 more than the MINI Electric at RM193,888.
Which car is faster, the MINI Electric or Toyota GR Yaris?
The Toyota GR Yaris is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and topping out at 230 km/h. The MINI Electric takes 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h and has a 170 km/h top speed.