Verdict
These two answer very different Malaysian needs. At RM318,888, the MINI Convertible is RM129,112 cheaper and its 204 hp, 300 Nm turbo petrol four-cylinder reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, against the Vellfire’s 180 hp and 235 Nm. The RM448,000 Toyota counters with seven seats, a 510-litre boot and a 3,000 mm wheelbase; the MINI has four seats, 215 litres and 2,495 mm. Choose the MINI for open-top driving and pace, the Vellfire for moving people in proper comfort.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want the lower RM318,888 entry price, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and an open-top four-seater.
Pick the Toyota Vellfire if seven seats, a 510-litre boot, rear climate control and captain’s chairs matter more than performance.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Toyota Vellfire RM448,000.
- Performance: MINI Convertible 204 hp and 300 Nm; Toyota Vellfire 180 hp and 235 Nm.
- Seating: MINI Convertible 4 seats; Toyota Vellfire 7 seats.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; Toyota Vellfire 510 litres.
- Dimensions: MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase; Toyota Vellfire is 5,005 mm long with a 3,000 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: MINI Convertible gets 2 years plus a 2-year extendable warranty; Toyota Vellfire gets 5 years.
Convertible
- RM129,112 cheaper to buy.
- 204 hp and 300 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and auto parking.
- Only four seats and a 215-litre boot versus seven seats and 510 litres.
- No rear air-conditioning or power-adjustable front seats.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
Vellfire
- Seven seats, including power-adjustable ottoman captain’s chairs in the middle row.
- 510-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank.
- Rear dual-zone air-conditioning, power sliding doors and a 15-speaker JBL system.
- RM129,112 more expensive to buy.
- 180 hp and 235 Nm trail the MINI’s 204 hp and 300 Nm.
- No quoted 0-100 km/h time, while the MINI does 6.9 seconds.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888✓ | RM448,000 |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM835 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm✓ | 235 Nm at 4,100 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 90 mm × 98 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | 7-speed Super CVT-i with Sports Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 5,005 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 510 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| 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, 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 | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Outer Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Power Adjustable Ottoman Captain Middle Row Seat, 50:50 Fold-up Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered boot with soft close function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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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Convertible vs Vellfire FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Toyota Vellfire better?
The MINI Convertible is better for open-top driving, lower purchase cost and stronger output. The Toyota Vellfire is better for carrying seven people, with 510 litres of luggage space, rear climate control and powered middle-row ottoman seats.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vellfire costs RM129,112 more than the MINI Convertible: RM448,000 versus RM318,888.
Which has more passenger and luggage room?
The Toyota Vellfire does. It has seven seats and a 510-litre boot, compared with the MINI Convertible’s four seats and 215-litre boot. Its 3,000 mm wheelbase is also 505 mm longer than the MINI’s.
