Verdict
The RM21,712-cheaper MINI 5 Door is the more usable Malaysian daily hatch: five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot against the GR Yaris' two doors, four seats and 174 litres. Its 201 hp, 300 Nm turbo four and 7-speed dual-clutch are calmer commuter credentials, backed by a 360-degree camera, auto parking and five USB-C ports. The Toyota counters with 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time, making its RM315,600 asking price about focused performance rather than passenger space.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if five-door access, a 275-litre boot and a 7-speed dual-clutch matter more than outright acceleration.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if you want 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual in a smaller two-door hatch.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Power and torque: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI 5 Door 6.8 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 5.2 seconds.
- Driveline and gearbox: MINI 5 Door front-wheel drive with 7-speed dual-clutch; Toyota GR Yaris all-wheel drive with 6-speed manual.
- Practicality: MINI 5 Door has 5 doors, 5 seats and a 275-litre boot; Toyota GR Yaris has 2 doors, 4 seats and a 174-litre boot.
- Warranty: MINI 5 Door has 2 years plus an extendable 2 years; Toyota GR Yaris has a 5-year warranty.
5 Door
- Five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot.
- 7-speed dual-clutch and steering-correction lane keeping assist.
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and head-up display.
- 201 hp and 300 Nm trail the GR Yaris' 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive is less specialised than the GR Yaris' all-wheel-drive system with front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials.
- 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.6 seconds behind the GR Yaris.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive, Torsen front and rear limited-slip differentials, and selectable torque split.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Two doors and four seats versus the MINI's five doors and five seats.
- 174-litre boot is 101 litres smaller than the MINI's 275 litres.
- Manual gearbox lacks the MINI's 7-speed dual-clutch and paddle shifts.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM207✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm | 296 hp at 6,200 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 87 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | 6MT |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke 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 | — | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 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 | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 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 | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | 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 |
| 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 | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
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 GR Yaris FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The MINI 5 Door is better for daily use, with five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot. The Toyota GR Yaris is the performance choice, with 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM21,712 more than the MINI 5 Door. That extra outlay brings 95 hp more, 100 Nm more torque, all-wheel drive, a manual gearbox and a five-year warranty.
Which car has more luggage space?
The MINI 5 Door has the larger boot at 275 litres, compared with 174 litres in the Toyota GR Yaris. It also has five seats and five doors, against four seats and two doors for the Toyota.
