Verdict
The MINI 5 Door F65 costs RM37,000 more, but its 201 hp/300 Nm four-cylinder and 18-inch wheels come with much stronger driver assistance: autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction and active cruise control. It is no quicker to 100 km/h, however; both need 6.8 seconds through a seven-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox and front-wheel drive. The MINI 5 Door F55 LCI remains the sensible used choice with a 278-litre boot, 44-litre tank and four-year manufacturer warranty against the F65’s 275 litres and two years. Choose the F65 for safety and cabin hardware, not a sprint advantage.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F55 LCI if a RM37,000 lower entry price, a slightly larger 278-litre boot and four-year manufacturer warranty matter more than newer assistance systems.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F65 if you want autonomous braking, active cruise control, a 9.4-inch OLED display and 201 hp.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door F55 LCI RM256,888; MINI 5 Door F65 RM293,888.
- Output: F55 LCI makes 192 hp and 280 Nm; F65 makes 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- Top speed: F55 LCI reaches 235 km/h; F65 reaches 242 km/h, while both do 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
- Dimensions and boot: F55 LCI is 4,005 mm long with 278 litres; F65 is 4,036 mm long with 275 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: F55 LCI uses 17-inch alloys with 205/45R17 tyres; F65 gets 18-inch alloys with 215/40R18 tyres.
- Driver assistance: F55 LCI has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; F65 adds autonomous braking and steering correction.
F55 LCI
- RM37,000 cheaper.
- 278-litre boot, versus 275 litres.
- Four-year manufacturer warranty, versus two years.
- 192 hp and 280 Nm, against 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning, blind spot information or steering correction.
- 6.5-inch touchscreen and six speakers versus a 9.4-inch OLED display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
F65
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 242 km/h top speed.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, blind spot information and active cruise control.
- 9.4-inch OLED display, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- RM37,000 more expensive.
- 275-litre boot is 3 litres smaller.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM256,888✓ | RM293,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp at 5,000 rpm | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 280 Nm at 1,350 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 235 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 128 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,005 mm | 4,036 mm |
| Width | 1,727 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,425 mm | 1,464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,567 mm |
| Weight | 1,345 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 278 litres✓ | 275 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Cinturato P7 run-flat | Vredestein Ultra |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Passive Sports Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point Belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | MINI Visual Boost with 6.5" Touchscreen, Rotary Controller and 6 Speakers | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 4-year MINI Service Inclusive | 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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F55 LCI vs F65 FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door F55 LCI or MINI 5 Door F65 better?
The MINI 5 Door F65 is better equipped, with more power, autonomous braking, active cruise control and a 9.4-inch OLED display. The MINI 5 Door F55 LCI is the better-value choice if those additions do not justify RM37,000.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door F65 costs RM293,888 and the MINI 5 Door F55 LCI costs RM256,888, a difference of RM37,000.
Which MINI 5 Door has more boot space?
The MINI 5 Door F55 LCI has the larger boot at 278 litres. The MINI 5 Door F65 has 275 litres, despite being 31 mm longer.
