Verdict
At RM293,888, the MINI 5 Door costs RM85,000 more than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, yet the Volvo is quicker to 100 km/h by 1.5 seconds, has a 69 kWh battery rated for 476 km, and carries a lower RM260 annual road tax against RM379. The MINI counters with a 242 km/h top speed, head-up display and front-passenger ISOFIX. But for a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the EX30’s larger 318-litre boot, 2,650 mm wheelbase, powered front seats and five-year warranty make the stronger case.
Pick the MINI 5 Door if you want a petrol hatchback with a 242 km/h top speed, head-up display and front-passenger ISOFIX.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want to spend RM85,000 less for a 268 hp rear-wheel-drive EV with 476 km range and a larger boot.
Key differences
- Price: MINI 5 Door RM293,888; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI 5 Door 6.8 seconds; Volvo EX30 5.3 seconds.
- Powertrain: MINI 5 Door 201 hp/300 Nm 1,998 cc turbo petrol; Volvo EX30 268 hp/343 Nm single motor.
- Range/fuel storage: MINI 5 Door 44-litre petrol tank; Volvo EX30 69 kWh battery and 476 km EV range.
- Boot space: MINI 5 Door 275 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
- Warranty: MINI 5 Door two years; Volvo EX30 five years, plus eight-year/160,000 km battery cover.
5 Door
- 242 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h.
- Head-up display and paddle shifts.
- ISOFIX also on the front passenger seat.
- RM85,000 dearer despite 6.8-second acceleration versus 5.3 seconds.
- 275-litre boot is 43 litres smaller.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
EX30
- RM208,888 price and RM260 annual road tax.
- 69 kWh battery, 476 km range and up to 175 kW DC charging.
- 318-litre boot, powered front seats and panoramic glass roof.
- 180 km/h top speed is 62 km/h lower.
- No head-up display or paddle shifts.
- No front-passenger ISOFIX listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,888 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Sports Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,036 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,464 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,567 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 275 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Vredestein Ultra | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 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 Flip Switch | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
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5 Door vs EX30 FAQ
Is the MINI 5 Door or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is the better buy for most buyers: it is RM85,000 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, has a 476 km rated range and a larger boot. Choose the MINI 5 Door for its petrol drivetrain, 242 km/h top speed and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The MINI 5 Door costs RM293,888 and the Volvo EX30 costs RM208,888, so the MINI is RM85,000 more expensive.
How fast can the Volvo EX30 charge?
The Volvo EX30 accepts AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 175 kW. It also has 3.6 kW vehicle-to-load capability. No charging figures apply to the petrol-powered MINI 5 Door.
