Verdict
At RM279,888, the MINI 3 Door undercuts the RM291,012 Volkswagen Arteon by RM11,124, but the Arteon delivers a substantial step up in pace and carrying ability. Its 276 hp, 350 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time beat the MINI’s 201 hp, 300 Nm and 6.6 seconds, while five doors, five seats and a 563-litre boot make it far easier to use with people or luggage. The MINI’s 3,876-mm length is 986 mm shorter, a real advantage in tight Malaysian parking. Choose it for compactness and its head-up display; choose the Arteon for the more complete family brief.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you want the RM11,124 saving, a 3,876-mm footprint and a head-up display in a four-seat hatchback.
Pick the Volkswagen Arteon if you need five doors, five seats, a 563-litre boot and faster 276-hp all-wheel-drive performance.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 3 Door RM279,888; Volkswagen Arteon RM291,012.
- Performance: MINI 3 Door 201 hp, 300 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds; Volkswagen Arteon 276 hp, 350 Nm and 5.6 seconds.
- Driveline: MINI 3 Door front-wheel drive; Volkswagen Arteon all-wheel drive.
- Size: MINI 3 Door 3,876 mm long with a 2,495-mm wheelbase; Volkswagen Arteon 4,862 mm long with a 2,837-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: MINI 3 Door has 3 doors, 4 seats and a 210-litre boot; Volkswagen Arteon has 5 doors, 5 seats and a 563-litre boot.
- Manufacturer warranty: MINI 3 Door 2 years; Volkswagen Arteon 5 years.
3 Door
- RM11,124 lower purchase price.
- 3,876-mm length and 1,295-kg weight versus 4,862 mm and 1,600 kg.
- Head-up display and front-passenger ISOFIX.
- Three doors and four seats versus the Arteon’s five doors and five seats.
- 210-litre boot versus 563 litres.
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and front-wheel drive versus 276 hp, 350 Nm and all-wheel drive.
Arteon
- 276 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 563-litre boot, five seats and five doors.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty, 14-way power front seats and rear air-conditioning.
- RM11,124 more expensive than the MINI 3 Door.
- 4,862 mm long and 1,600 kg, against the MINI’s 3,876 mm and 1,295 kg.
- No head-up display, unlike the MINI 3 Door.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM279,888✓ | RM291,012 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM372✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC with Twin-Scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 276 hp✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed DSG |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volkswagen AG |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 164 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,876 mm | 4,862 mm |
| Width | 1,727 mm | 1,871 mm |
| Height | 1,414 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,837 mm |
| Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 563 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 245/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-Size 19" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 19" Montevideo Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 19" Montevideo Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 Airbags, Stability Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors with Cornering Lights and Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 14-Way Power-adjustable with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB-C, 1 Front Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | Discover Pro 9.2" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-speaker Harman Kardon 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| 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 |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 3-year/45,000 km Free Service |
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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3 Door vs Arteon FAQ
Is the MINI 3 Door or Volkswagen Arteon better?
The Volkswagen Arteon is the better all-round choice for performance, passengers and luggage, with 276 hp, five seats and a 563-litre boot. The MINI 3 Door makes more sense if compact dimensions and the lower outlay matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Arteon costs RM11,124 more than the MINI 3 Door.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Volkswagen Arteon is decisively more practical: it has five doors, five seats, a 563-litre boot and rear air-conditioning. The MINI 3 Door has three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot.