Verdict
These two serve radically different Malaysian lives. At RM269,888, the seven-seat Maxus MIFA 9 costs RM49,000 less than the RM318,888 four-seat MINI Convertible, while supplying a 1,010-litre boot against 215 litres and an EV’s 435 km claimed range. Its 241-hp, 350-Nm motor is no hot hatch substitute, taking 9.2 seconds to 100 km/h versus the MINI’s 6.9 seconds. The MINI is the far smaller 3,879-mm open-top choice; the 5,270-mm MIFA is for people-moving duty, with 120-kW DC charging and powered sliding doors.
Pick the Maxus MIFA 9 if seven seats, a 1,010-litre boot, 435 km EV range and a RM49,000 lower purchase price matter more than acceleration.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want a compact four-seat convertible with a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, 237 km/h top speed and driver-focused parking aids.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus MIFA 9 RM269,888; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Powertrain: MIFA 9 has one 241-hp/350-Nm electric motor; MINI has a 204-hp/300-Nm 1,998-cc turbo inline-four.
- Performance: MIFA 9 does 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds; MINI Convertible does it in 6.9 seconds.
- Size: MIFA 9 is 5,270 mm long with a 3,200-mm wheelbase; MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: MIFA 9 has seven seats and a 1,010-litre boot; MINI Convertible has four seats and a 215-litre boot.
- Warranty: MIFA 9 gets five years/100,000 km plus an eight-year/200,000-km battery warranty; MINI gets two years with unlimited mileage, extendable by two years.
MIFA 9
- Seven seats and a 1,010-litre boot.
- 435 km EV range, 11-kW AC and 120-kW DC charging.
- Powered sliding doors and a 360-degree camera.
- 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time trails the MINI’s 6.9 seconds.
- No front or rear parking sensors, auto parking, navigation or head-up display.
Convertible
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 237 km/h top speed.
- Head-up display, navigation and auto parking.
- Six front and six rear parking sensors.
- RM49,000 pricier than the MIFA 9.
- Only four seats and a 215-litre boot versus seven seats and 1,010 litres.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years/100,000 km for the MIFA 9.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM269,888✓ | RM318,888 |
| Body type | MPV | Convertible |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM220✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 241 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 435 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 237 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,270 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 3,095 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 1,010 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 | Continental EcoContact 6 | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three Point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger and outer two second row 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 | LED Headlights | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED Tail Lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Sliding and Folding Second Row | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty | 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.
Used MIFA 9 & Convertible for sale
MIFA 9 vs Convertible FAQ
Is the Maxus MIFA 9 or MINI Convertible better?
The MIFA 9 is better for carrying people and luggage: it has seven seats and a 1,010-litre boot. The MINI Convertible is better for pace and compact dimensions, reaching 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds versus 9.2 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM49,000 more than the Maxus MIFA 9: RM318,888 against RM269,888.
Which one is cheaper to tax and can travel without petrol?
The electric MIFA 9 has RM220 annual road tax, 435 km claimed range and 120-kW DC charging. The petrol MINI Convertible has RM379 annual road tax, a 44-litre fuel tank and no EV charging capability.
