Verdict
At RM165,000, the Renault Zoe costs RM128,888 less than the RM293,888 MINI 5 Door, then cuts annual road tax from RM379 to RM50. Its 52 kWh battery has a 395 km EV range, 22 kW AC charging and 50 kW DC charging, while its 338-litre boot is 63 litres larger. The MINI answers with 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a much fuller driver-assistance and parking suite. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the Zoe is the rational choice; take the MINI for its stated performance and equipment.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you want 201 hp, a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Renault Zoe if lower purchase and road-tax costs, a 395 km EV range and a larger boot matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Output: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Renault Zoe motor 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Boot space: MINI 5 Door 275 litres; Renault Zoe 338 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: MINI 5 Door 4,036 mm and 2,567 mm; Renault Zoe 4,087 mm and 2,588 mm.
- Annual road tax: MINI 5 Door RM379; Renault Zoe RM50.
- Parking sensors: MINI 5 Door has six front and six rear sensors; Renault Zoe has no front sensors and four rear sensors.
5 Door
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and collision warning.
- 9.4-inch OLED display, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM128,888 more than the Renault Zoe.
- 275-litre boot is 63 litres smaller.
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM50.
Zoe
- RM165,000 price and RM50 annual road tax.
- 52 kWh battery with 395 km range, 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- 338-litre boot is larger than the MINI's.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm trail the MINI's 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or collision warning.
- No reverse camera or front parking sensors, where the MINI gets a 360-degree camera and six front sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM50✓ |
| 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 | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,502 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 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 | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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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5 Door vs Zoe FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Renault Zoe better?
The Renault Zoe is the better buy for an owner who can charge, costing RM128,888 less while providing a 395 km EV range and a larger boot. Choose the MINI 5 Door for much stronger stated performance and more safety and parking equipment.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door costs RM293,888 and the Renault Zoe costs RM165,000, so the MINI is RM128,888 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Renault Zoe has the larger boot at 338 litres, compared with 275 litres in the MINI 5 Door. That is a 63-litre advantage for the Renault.
