Verdict
The RM18,008 dearer MINI Aceman is the urban-facing choice: its 215 hp motor, 54.2 kWh battery and 406 km claimed range come with RM200 annual road tax, plus a 300-litre boot and strong driver-assistance kit. The Toyota Fortuner costs RM195,880 and answers a different Malaysian brief. Its 2.4-litre diesel makes 400 Nm, drives all four wheels and carries seven, but road tax is RM754 a year and its 200-litre boot trails the MINI’s. Pick space for people and diesel torque, or pick the smaller, better-equipped EV for daily use.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want a five-seat EV with 406 km range, 215 hp, a 360-degree camera and active safety systems.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, a 400 Nm 2.4-litre diesel and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Powertrain: MINI Aceman 215 hp/330 Nm electric motor with 54.2 kWh battery; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp/400 Nm 2,393 cc diesel.
- Driveline: MINI Aceman front-wheel drive; Toyota Fortuner all-wheel drive.
- Seating: MINI Aceman five seats; Toyota Fortuner seven seats.
- Size and boot: MINI Aceman 4,076 mm long with 300 litres; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm long with 200 litres.
- Annual road tax: MINI Aceman RM200; Toyota Fortuner RM754.
Aceman
- 406 km EV range from a 54.2 kWh battery
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- 300-litre boot and powered tailgate
- Five seats versus the Fortuner's seven
- Front-wheel drive versus the Fortuner's all-wheel drive
- RM18,008 higher purchase price
Fortuner
- Seven seats with tumble second row and split-folding third row
- 400 Nm diesel torque and all-wheel drive
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel
- 200-litre boot versus the Aceman's 300 litres
- RM754 annual road tax versus RM200
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 406 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 7 (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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 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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Aceman vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Aceman is better for a five-seat, lower-road-tax EV with 406 km range and more safety assistance. The Fortuner is better when seven seats, all-wheel drive and 400 Nm diesel torque matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman costs RM213,888, which is RM18,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner at RM195,880.
Which has more luggage space, the MINI Aceman or Toyota Fortuner?
The MINI Aceman has the larger stated boot at 300 litres. The Toyota Fortuner has 200 litres, though it provides two additional seats for a total of seven.
