Verdict
These B-segment SUVs take sharply different routes. The MINI Aceman’s 215 hp and 330 Nm motor cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 7.1 seconds, 2.5 seconds ahead of the Lexus LBX, while its 54.2 kWh battery brings 406 km of EV range and 11 kW AC/95 kW DC charging. The Lexus counters with a 315-litre boot, five-year manufacturer warranty and rear air vents. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the Aceman’s speed and running without petrol are hard to ignore; the LBX suits those who want a hybrid’s 36-litre fuel tank flexibility.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you need petrol-hybrid flexibility, a 315-litre boot, rear air vents and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you can charge an EV and want 215 hp, 406 km of range and a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Lexus LBX 93 hp/185 Nm motor versus MINI Aceman 215 hp/330 Nm motor
- Acceleration: Lexus LBX 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds versus MINI Aceman in 7.1 seconds
- Energy storage and range: Lexus LBX 1.0 kWh battery with no EV range versus MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh and 406 km
- Charging: Lexus LBX has no AC/DC charging rating versus MINI Aceman 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC
- Dimensions and boot: Lexus LBX is 4,190 mm long with 315 litres versus MINI Aceman at 4,076 mm with 300 litres
- Warranty: Lexus LBX has a five-year manufacturer warranty versus MINI Aceman's two-year manufacturer warranty
LBX
- 315-litre boot, against 300 litres
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage hybrid-battery warranty
- Rear air vents, front and rear parking sensors, and lane-keeping steering correction
- 93 hp and 185 Nm trail the Aceman's 215 hp and 330 Nm
- No EV-only range or AC/DC charging capability
- Lacks the Aceman's head-up display, 360-degree camera and auto parking
Aceman
- 215 hp, 330 Nm and a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 406 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging
- 360-degree camera, auto parking, head-up display and driver-seat massage function
- 300-litre boot is 15 litres smaller than the LBX's
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the LBX's five years
- Lane-keeping gives warning only, where the LBX provides steering correction
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM213,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | — |
| Torque | 120 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.0 kWh | 54.2 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 406 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 300 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag | 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 | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 Start | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 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 LBX & Aceman for sale
LBX vs Aceman FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or MINI Aceman better?
The MINI Aceman is the better choice if charging is practical: it has 215 hp, 406 km of EV range and reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. Choose the Lexus LBX for hybrid refuelling flexibility, a larger boot and longer manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman costs RM213,888 and the Lexus LBX costs RM238,888, so the Aceman is RM25,000 cheaper.
Which one is quicker?
The MINI Aceman is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds versus 9.6 seconds for the Lexus LBX. Both have a 170 km/h top speed.
