Verdict
At RM260,888, the Countryman S All4 already brings AWD, adaptive LED projector headlamps, active cruise control and the Harman Kardon system. The RM129,000 jump to the RM389,888 JCW buys a serious 95 hp and 100 Nm increase, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 7.4 to 5.4 seconds and raising top speed from 228 to 250 km/h. That is a large premium for performance rather than a wholesale equipment upgrade. For most Malaysian buyers, the S is the sensible choice; buy the JCW only if those extra two seconds genuinely matter.
Pick the MINI Countryman S All4 if you want the same AWD, core driver-assistance kit and Harman Kardon audio for RM129,000 less.
Pick the MINI Countryman JCW if 296 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time are central to why you are buying a Countryman.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman S All4 RM260,888; MINI Countryman JCW RM389,888.
- Power: MINI Countryman S All4 201 hp; MINI Countryman JCW 296 hp.
- Torque: MINI Countryman S All4 300 Nm; MINI Countryman JCW 400 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Countryman S All4 7.4 seconds; MINI Countryman JCW 5.4 seconds.
- Top speed: MINI Countryman S All4 228 km/h; MINI Countryman JCW 250 km/h.
- Transmission: MINI Countryman S All4 8-speed Steptronic Sports automatic; MINI Countryman JCW 7-speed Steptronic wet dual-clutch automatic.
S All4
- RM129,000 cheaper.
- Full LCD instrument monitor.
- 8-speed Steptronic Sports automatic.
- 201 hp and 300 Nm trail the JCW by 95 hp and 100 Nm.
- 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.0 seconds behind the JCW.
JCW
- 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- 5.4-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 250 km/h top speed and wet dual-clutch transmission.
- Costs RM129,000 more.
- No full LCD instrument monitor is specified, where the S All4 gets one.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM260,888✓ | RM389,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 296 hp✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sports Automatic | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 228 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,433 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,843 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 54 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R20 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero, Michelin e-Primacy | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | 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 | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB C |
| 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 | 9.4" 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 | 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 | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| 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 | 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 | 4 years | 4 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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S All4 vs JCW FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman S All4 or MINI Countryman JCW better?
The Countryman S All4 is the better buy for most drivers because it retains AWD, active cruise control, 360-degree camera and Harman Kardon audio. The JCW is better only when its 296 hp output and 5.4-second sprint justify a RM129,000 premium.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman JCW costs RM129,000 more than the MINI Countryman S All4.
Which MINI Countryman is quicker?
The JCW is decisively quicker: it reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds versus 7.4 seconds for the S All4, and its top speed is 250 km/h rather than 228 km/h.
