Verdict
The MINI 5 Door is the faster, more heavily equipped hatch, with 201 hp and 300 Nm delivering 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds against the Suzuki Swift Sport’s 140 hp, 230 Nm and 8.0 seconds. Its 2,567 mm wheelbase, 275-litre boot and active safety kit also give it a practical edge. But at RM293,888, it costs RM162,988 more than the RM130,900 Swift Sport, while annual road tax is RM379 versus RM70. For most Malaysian buyers, the Suzuki’s 6.1 L/100 km rating makes the financial case hard to ignore.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you want 201 hp, a 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time and autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist plus a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you want a 140 hp turbo hatch at RM162,988 less, with a 6.1 L/100 km rating and three-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900.
- Output: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Suzuki Swift Sport 140 hp and 230 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI 5 Door 6.8 seconds; Suzuki Swift Sport 8.0 seconds.
- Wheelbase: MINI 5 Door 2,567 mm; Suzuki Swift Sport 2,450 mm.
- Boot space: MINI 5 Door 275 litres; Suzuki Swift Sport 265 litres.
- Road tax per year: MINI 5 Door RM379; Suzuki Swift Sport RM70.
5 Door
- 201 hp and 300 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind spot information system.
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and 9.4-inch OLED display.
- RM162,988 more expensive.
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM70.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus three years.
Swift Sport
- RM130,900 price and RM70 annual road tax.
- Rated fuel economy of 6.1 L/100 km.
- Three-year, 100,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 140 hp and 230 Nm trail the MINI’s 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind spot information system.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the MINI’s multi-link layout.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888 | RM130,900✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 140 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 230 Nm at 2,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 73 mm × 81.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | 6AT |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds✓ | 8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 205 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | — | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres✓ | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 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.
Used 5 Door & Swift Sport for sale
5 Door vs Swift Sport FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The MINI 5 Door is better for outright performance and driver-assistance equipment, reaching 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and adding autonomous braking. The Suzuki Swift Sport is the more rational choice for purchase cost, road tax and rated fuel use.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Swift Sport costs RM162,988 less than the MINI 5 Door. That is a substantial gap for two five-door B-segment, front-wheel-drive hatchbacks.
Which has the better safety and parking equipment?
The MINI 5 Door has the stronger listed package: autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction, blind spot information, six front and rear parking sensors, auto parking and a 360-degree monitor. The Swift Sport has a reverse camera and four rear sensors.
