Verdict
The RM209,800 smart #5 costs RM4,088 less, yet brings a 100 kWh battery, 590 km range and 400 kW DC charging against the Aceman’s 54.2 kWh, 406 km and 95 kW. It is also far roomier, with a 630-litre boot versus 300 litres. The trade-off is substantial bulk: at 4,705 mm long and 1,920 mm wide, the #5 will be harder work in tight Malaysian parking spaces than the 4,076 mm by 1,754 mm MINI. The Aceman suits buyers who prioritise compact dimensions; the smart is the more capable long-distance family EV.
Pick the MINI Aceman if a 4,076 mm-long, 1,754 mm-wide SUV is easier to live with than the much larger smart #5, and you want driver-seat memory and massage.
Pick the smart #5 if you want 590 km of range, a 630-litre boot and 400 kW DC charging for RM4,088 less.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; smart #5 RM209,800.
- Battery and range: Aceman 54.2 kWh and 406 km; #5 100 kWh and 590 km.
- DC charging: Aceman 95 kW; #5 400 kW.
- Motor output: Aceman 215 hp and 330 Nm; #5 358 hp and 373 Nm.
- Size and boot: Aceman 4,076 mm long with 300 litres; #5 4,705 mm long with 630 litres.
- Road tax: Aceman RM200/year; #5 RM455/year.
Aceman
- 629 mm shorter and 166 mm narrower
- Driver memory and massage function
- RM255 lower annual road tax
- 184 km less quoted range
- 95 kW DC charging versus 400 kW
- 300-litre boot versus 630 litres
#5
- 100 kWh battery and 590 km range
- 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- Rear AC vents, panoramic glass roof and V2L
- 629 mm longer and 166 mm wider
- RM255 higher annual road tax
- No driver-seat memory or massage function
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM209,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM455 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 358 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 100 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 406 km | 590 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 400 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,260 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 630 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 255/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser 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 Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 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 | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 4 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components 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 Aceman & #5 for sale
Aceman vs #5 FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or smart #5 better?
The smart #5 is the stronger choice for space, range and charging: 630 litres, 590 km and 400 kW DC. Choose the MINI Aceman if its 4,076 mm length is more suitable for your parking and daily urban routes.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 is RM209,800 and the MINI Aceman is RM213,888, so the smart costs RM4,088 less.
Which one charges faster?
The smart #5 has the higher charging ratings at 22 kW AC and 400 kW DC, against the Aceman’s 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC.
