Verdict
At RM318,888, the MINI Convertible costs RM14,088 more than the RM304,800 Zeekr 009, yet it is the quicker car to 100 km/h at 6.9 seconds versus 7.9 seconds and is 1,330 mm shorter for tighter Malaysian parking. The Zeekr is the rational family machine: seven seats, a 574-litre boot and a 604-km EV range from its 116-kWh battery. Its 335-hp motor, air suspension and substantially richer rear-seat specification make the lower price hard to ignore, provided an MPV suits your needs.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want an open-top four-seater with 6.9-second 0-100 km/h pace and a 3,879-mm footprint.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you need seven seats, a 574-litre boot, 604 km of EV range and rear-seat luxury for RM14,088 less.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Convertible 6.9 seconds; Zeekr 009 7.9 seconds.
- Seating: MINI Convertible 4 seats; Zeekr 009 7 seats.
- Boot space: MINI Convertible 215 litres; Zeekr 009 574 litres.
- Length: MINI Convertible 3,879 mm; Zeekr 009 5,209 mm.
- Warranty: MINI Convertible 2 years with unlimited mileage; Zeekr 009 5 years/150,000 km, plus 8-year/160,000 km battery cover.
Convertible
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Convertible body and a compact 3,879-mm length.
- Higher 237 km/h top speed.
- Only four seats versus the Zeekr 009's seven.
- 215-litre boot is 359 litres smaller.
- No rear air-con, and its front seats are manually adjustable.
009
- Seven seats and a 574-litre boot.
- 116-kWh battery with 604 km range, 150-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L.
- Air suspension, ventilated massage seats and a 30-speaker Yamaha system.
- One second slower to 100 km/h at 7.9 seconds.
- Its 210 km/h top speed is 27 km/h lower.
- At 5,209 mm long and 2,024 mm wide, it is far larger than the MINI Convertible.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM304,800✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 604 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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 | Contactless Powered Boot |
| 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 Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 009 FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is better for family carrying and EV travel, with seven seats, 574 litres of boot space and 604 km range. Choose the MINI Convertible for an open roof, smaller dimensions and a quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888 and the Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800, so the MINI is RM14,088 more expensive.
Which one has the better warranty?
The Zeekr 009 has the longer standard warranty at five years or 150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty. The MINI Convertible has a two-year unlimited-mileage warranty, extendable by two years.
