Verdict
The MINI 5 Door F55 costs RM187,647, while the MINI 5 Door F65 is RM293,888: a substantial RM106,241 step up. That buys 201 hp and 300 Nm instead of 136 hp and 220 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 8.1 to 6.8 seconds, plus LED lighting, a 9.4-inch OLED display and a far fuller driver-assistance suite. The F55 remains the rational Malaysian choice if running costs matter, with RM90 annual road tax against RM379 and a four-year manufacturer warranty. Its 278-litre boot is also marginally larger.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F55 if you want the far lower entry price, RM90 road tax and a four-year manufacturer warranty.
Pick the MINI 5 Door F65 if you want 201 hp, a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time, modern active safety and substantially richer cabin technology.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door F55 RM187,647; MINI 5 Door F65 RM293,888.
- Engine output: 136 hp and 220 Nm; 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: 8.1 seconds; 6.8 seconds.
- Transmission: six-speed conventional automatic; seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
- Annual road tax: RM90; RM379.
- Boot space: 278 litres; 275 litres.
F55
- RM106,241 lower purchase price
- RM90 annual road tax
- Four-year manufacturer warranty and 278-litre boot
- 136 hp and 220 Nm trail the F65's 201 hp and 300 Nm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or 360-degree camera
- Halogen reflector headlamps instead of LED projectors with auto high beam
F65
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering correction
- 9.4-inch OLED display, wireless charger and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM106,241 more and annual road tax is RM289 higher
- 275-litre boot is 3 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the F55's four years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM187,647✓ | RM293,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 4,400 rpm | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 220 Nm at 1,250 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 207 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 109 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 | 1,295 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 278 litres✓ | 275 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 215/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip | Vredestein Ultra |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Loop Spoke Silver Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Loop Spoke Silver Alloy | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (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 belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger 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 | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED illumination with normal bulb brake light | 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-folding | 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 Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" MINI Visual Boost with 5-Key Controller | 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 | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | No | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 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 | 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 vs F65 FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door F55 or MINI 5 Door F65 better?
The MINI 5 Door F65 is the more capable and better-equipped car, with 65 hp more, 80 Nm more and active safety systems the F55 lacks. The F55 is the better buy when the lower purchase cost, road tax and longer manufacturer warranty matter most.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door F65 costs RM106,241 more than the MINI 5 Door F55. Its annual road tax is also RM289 higher.
Which MINI 5 Door is quicker?
The MINI 5 Door F65 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds versus 8.1 seconds for the F55. Its 201 hp 2.0-litre four-cylinder also produces 300 Nm, against 136 hp and 220 Nm from the F55's 1.5-litre three-cylinder.
