Verdict
The RM60,000 gap buys a major generational leap. The R60 LCI’s 120 hp and 155 Nm petrol engine needs 11.6 seconds to reach 100 km/h, while the U25 delivers 313 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6 seconds, plus all-wheel drive. The U25 also carries a 66.5-kWh battery with a quoted 432 km range, 130-kW DC charging and a 460-litre boot. Its RM335 annual road tax is RM215 more than the R60 LCI’s, but for a Malaysian buyer with charging access, the newer car is far more capable.
Pick the MINI Countryman R60 LCI if a lower purchase outlay and RM120 yearly road tax matter more than acceleration, cabin technology and driver assistance.
Pick the MINI Countryman U25 if you can charge at home or work and want 313 hp, all-wheel drive, a 432 km quoted range and substantially newer safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman R60 LCI RM198,888; MINI Countryman U25 RM258,888.
- Power and torque: R60 LCI 120 hp and 155 Nm; U25 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: R60 LCI 11.6 seconds; U25 5.6 seconds.
- Driveline: R60 LCI front-wheel drive; U25 all-wheel drive.
- Size and boot: R60 LCI 4,097 mm long with 350 litres; U25 4,433 mm long with 460 litres.
- Annual road tax: R60 LCI RM120; U25 RM335.
R60 LCI
- Lower purchase price.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax.
- Slightly higher 182 km/h top speed.
- 120 hp and 155 Nm versus the U25’s 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- 11.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.6 seconds.
- Lacks the U25’s autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera.
U25
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 66.5-kWh battery, 432 km quoted range and 130-kW DC charging.
- 460-litre boot, adaptive LED headlamps and active cruise control.
- Costs RM60,000 more.
- RM335 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 180 km/h top speed is 2 km/h below the R60 LCI’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,888✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 120 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 155 Nm at 4,250 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 177 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,097 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,561 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,595 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for rear 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 | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" Radio MINI Visual Boost | 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 | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/50,000 km MINI Service Inclusive | 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.
Used cars for sale
R60 LCI vs U25 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman R60 LCI or MINI Countryman U25 better?
The MINI Countryman U25 is the better all-round car: it is much quicker, larger, all-wheel drive and far better equipped for safety and parking. Choose the R60 LCI only if the lower upfront cost and lower road tax carry more weight.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman U25 costs RM60,000 more than the MINI Countryman R60 LCI. That gap brings electric propulsion, 313 hp, all-wheel drive, a larger boot and features including autonomous braking, active cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Can the MINI Countryman U25 handle longer trips?
Yes, provided charging is available on the route. Its 66.5-kWh battery has a quoted 432 km range and supports AC charging at up to 22 kW or DC charging at up to 130 kW.
