Verdict
At RM318,888, the MINI Convertible costs RM39,000 more than the RM279,888 MINI 3 Door, yet both use a 1,998 cc turbo petrol four with 300 Nm, a seven-speed wet dual-clutch and front-wheel drive. The 3 Door is the quicker car, reaching 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and 242 km/h against 6.9 seconds and 237 km/h. But the Convertible counters with a 215-litre boot, auto parking and a full LCD instrument display. For Malaysian buyers, the 3 Door’s adaptive LED headlamps and steering lane assistance make its lower price hard to ignore.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want the two-door convertible body, a 215-litre boot and auto parking, and accept paying RM39,000 more.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you want the faster 6.6-second 0-100 km/h time, adaptive LED headlamps and steering lane assistance for less money.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; MINI 3 Door RM279,888.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Convertible 6.9 seconds; MINI 3 Door 6.6 seconds.
- Top speed: MINI Convertible 237 km/h; MINI 3 Door 242 km/h.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; MINI 3 Door 210 litres.
- Lane-keeping assist: MINI Convertible warning only; MINI 3 Door steering correction.
- Headlamps: MINI Convertible LED projector; MINI 3 Door adaptive LED projector with high beam assist.
Convertible
- 215-litre boot, 5 litres larger than the 3 Door
- Auto parking and full LCD instrument display
- Four window switches and two rear cup holders
- RM39,000 more expensive
- Slower 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and lower 237 km/h top speed
- Lane system only warns rather than providing steering correction
3 Door
- RM39,000 lower purchase price
- Quicker 6.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- Adaptive LED headlamps with high beam assist and steering lane correction
- 210-litre boot is 5 litres smaller
- No auto parking
- No full LCD instrument monitor listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM279,888✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 3,876 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,727 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 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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Convertible vs 3 Door FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or MINI 3 Door better?
The MINI 3 Door is the stronger buy on performance and driver assistance: it is 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, has adaptive LED headlamps and provides steering lane correction. Choose the Convertible for its body style, auto parking and slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM39,000 more than the MINI 3 Door: RM318,888 versus RM279,888.
Which MINI has more boot space?
The MINI Convertible has 215 litres of boot space, 5 litres more than the MINI 3 Door’s 210 litres. Both seat four people.
