Verdict
The MINI 5 Door costs RM293,888, RM21,712 less than the RM315,600 Toyota GR Yaris, yet brings five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot against the Toyota’s two doors, four seats and 174 litres. That is the usable daily-car choice. The GR Yaris answers with 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time, versus 201 hp, 300 Nm, front-wheel drive and 6.8 seconds for the MINI. Its RM207 annual road tax also undercuts the MINI’s RM379. Choose by purpose, not just price.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you need five seats, five doors, a 275-litre boot and automatic driving for RM21,712 less.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual and 5.2-second acceleration matter more than rear-seat and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Power and torque: MINI 5 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI 5 Door 6.8 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 5.2 seconds.
- Driveline and transmission: MINI 5 Door front-wheel drive seven-speed dual-clutch automatic; Toyota GR Yaris all-wheel drive six-speed manual.
- Practicality: MINI 5 Door has five doors, five seats and 275 litres; Toyota GR Yaris has two doors, four seats and 174 litres.
- Annual road tax: MINI 5 Door RM379; Toyota GR Yaris RM207.
5 Door
- RM21,712 lower purchase price.
- Five doors, five seats and a 275-litre boot.
- Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- 201 hp and 300 Nm trail the GR Yaris’ 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and 6.8-second 0-100 km/h time trail the GR Yaris’ all-wheel drive and 5.2 seconds.
- RM379 annual road tax is RM172 higher.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive, Torsen front and rear limited-slip differentials, plus selectable torque split.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM21,712 more.
- Two doors, four seats and a 174-litre boot are less useful than the MINI’s five doors, five seats and 275 litres.
- Manual transmission lacks the MINI’s seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and paddle shifts.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM207✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 296 hp✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | 6MT |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 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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5 Door vs GR Yaris FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The MINI 5 Door is better for daily use: it has five doors, five seats and 275 litres of boot space. The Toyota GR Yaris is better for performance, with 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM21,712 more than the MINI 5 Door: RM315,600 versus RM293,888.
Which has lower running tax and the longer warranty?
The Toyota GR Yaris has lower annual road tax at RM207 versus RM379 for the MINI 5 Door, and its manufacturer warranty runs for five years with unlimited mileage versus two years for the MINI.
