Verdict
The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900 to the MINI Convertible’s RM318,888, a RM34,012 gap that buys a far more practical five-seat package: 520 litres of boot space, five doors and a 68-litre tank versus 215 litres, two doors and 44 litres. Its 340 Nm also beats the MINI’s 300 Nm, while rear climate control, powered memory front seats and steering-correction lane keeping suit regular family use. The MINI counters with 204 hp, a claimed 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, auto parking and a head-up display. Choose based on space first; these are very different takes on premium motoring.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you need five seats, 520 litres of luggage space and 340 Nm for family-duty versatility.
Pick the MINI Convertible if open-top motoring, a lower RM318,888 entry price, 204 hp and a head-up display matter more than rear-seat and boot capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; MINI Convertible 215 litres.
- Seating and doors: Audi Q5 five seats and five doors; MINI Convertible four seats and two doors.
- Torque and power: Audi Q5 340 Nm and 196 hp; MINI Convertible 300 Nm and 204 hp.
- Fuel tank: Audi Q5 68 litres; MINI Convertible 44 litres.
- Length: Audi Q5 4,717 mm; MINI Convertible 3,879 mm.
Q5
- 520-litre boot and five-seat, five-door layout.
- 340 Nm from 2,000 rpm.
- Powered memory front seats, rear air-con and steering-correction lane keeping.
- RM34,012 more expensive.
- No head-up display or auto parking, both fitted to the MINI Convertible.
- 196 hp trails the MINI Convertible’s 204 hp.
Convertible
- RM34,012 lower purchase price.
- 204 hp and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds.
- Head-up display and auto parking are fitted.
- 215-litre boot is 305 litres smaller than the Audi Q5’s.
- Four seats and two doors versus the Audi Q5’s five seats and five doors.
- 300 Nm is 40 Nm down on the Audi Q5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM318,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Convertible |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp at 4,300 rpm | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 237 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi 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 Push Button | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 2 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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Q5 vs Convertible FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or MINI Convertible better?
The Audi Q5 is better for passengers and luggage, with five seats, five doors and a 520-litre boot. The MINI Convertible is the pick for lower cost, 204 hp, a head-up display and auto parking.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM34,012 more than the MINI Convertible. That extra outlay brings 305 litres more boot space, an extra seat, three extra doors and a 24-litre larger fuel tank.
Which has more luggage space, the Audi Q5 or MINI Convertible?
The Audi Q5 has 520 litres of boot space, compared with 215 litres in the MINI Convertible. The Audi therefore carries 305 litres more luggage.
