Verdict
At RM258,888, the MINI Countryman costs RM10,000 less than the Volvo XC40 and is the quicker, fully electric choice: its two motors produce 313 hp and 494 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a claimed 432 km range. The XC40’s 1,969 cc petrol hybrid/REV setup returns a rated 7.7 L/100 km and carries a 49-litre tank, so it suits buyers not ready to depend on charging. Both are AWD five-seat SUVs with identical 460-litre boots, but the Volvo gets seven airbags and a five-year warranty against six airbags and two years for the MINI.
Pick the MINI Countryman if you can charge regularly and want 313 hp, 432 km of EV range, faster acceleration and a 360-degree camera for less money.
Pick the Volvo XC40 if a 49-litre fuel tank, 7.7 L/100 km rated economy, seven airbags and a five-year warranty matter more than EV driving.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman RM258,888; Volvo XC40 RM268,888.
- Power and torque: MINI Countryman 313 hp and 494 Nm; Volvo XC40 263 hp and 390 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Countryman 5.6 seconds; Volvo XC40 6.4 seconds.
- Energy system: MINI Countryman 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km range and 130 kW DC charging; Volvo XC40 1,969 cc petrol hybrid/REV engine, 49-litre tank and 7.
- Airbags: MINI Countryman six; Volvo XC40 seven.
- Standard manufacturer warranty: MINI Countryman two years; Volvo XC40 five years.
Countryman
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66.5 kWh battery with 432 km range, 22 kW AC and 130 kW DC charging.
- Head-up display, Harman Kardon audio and 360-degree camera.
- Six airbags versus the XC40’s seven.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the XC40’s five years.
- No space-saver spare tyre listed, while the XC40 has one.
XC40
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and seven airbags.
- 49-litre tank with rated consumption of 7.7 L/100 km.
- Front foglamps and a space-saver spare tyre.
- RM10,000 more expensive than the Countryman.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.4 seconds versus 5.6 seconds.
- No head-up display or 360-degree camera, unlike the Countryman.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM258,888✓ | RM268,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 263 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 390 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 313 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 432 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,875 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Power safety lock for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear | 2 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with 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 Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | 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 | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | — |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 km hybrid 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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Countryman vs XC40 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman or Volvo XC40 better?
The MINI Countryman is better for regular charging, with 432 km EV range, 313 hp and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Volvo XC40 for petrol-hybrid/REV use, a 49-litre tank, seven airbags and five-year standard coverage.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC40 costs RM10,000 more than the MINI Countryman: RM268,888 versus RM258,888.
Which one is faster and more practical for luggage?
The MINI Countryman is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds against the Volvo XC40’s 6.4 seconds. Luggage capacity is a draw, as both have a 460-litre boot and five seats.
