Verdict
The Volvo EX30 is the sharper buy for most Malaysian buyers: it costs RM5,000 less yet brings a 69 kWh battery, 476 km range and 175 kW DC charging, against the MINI Aceman’s 54.2 kWh, 406 km and 95 kW. Its 268 hp motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 5.3 seconds versus 7.1 seconds. The Aceman remains the choice for its head-up display and more indulgent driver’s seat, with memory and massage, but the EX30’s 318-litre boot, longer 5-year warranty and stronger driver-assistance specification make the greater day-to-day case.
Pick the MINI Aceman if you want a head-up display plus a powered driver’s seat with memory and massage, and prefer front-wheel drive.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want 70 km more claimed range, much faster 175 kW DC charging and 5.3-second acceleration for RM5,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman RM213,888; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Motor output: MINI Aceman 215 hp and 330 Nm; Volvo EX30 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Battery and range: MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh and 406 km; Volvo EX30 69 kWh and 476 km.
- DC charging: MINI Aceman 95 kW; Volvo EX30 175 kW.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: MINI Aceman 7.1 seconds and 170 km/h; Volvo EX30 5.3 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Boot space: MINI Aceman 300 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
Aceman
- Head-up display is fitted.
- Powered driver’s seat gets memory and massage functions.
- Front passenger ISOFIX is included alongside the two outer rear positions.
- 406 km range trails the EX30’s 476 km.
- 95 kW DC charging is well below the EX30’s 175 kW.
- Its 2-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the EX30’s 5 years.
EX30
- 69 kWh battery delivers a 476 km claimed range.
- 175 kW DC charging and 3.6 kW V2L are included.
- Adaptive cruise control has stop-and-go and steering assist.
- It has no head-up display, unlike the Aceman.
- Its powered front seats lack the Aceman driver’s memory and massage functions.
- ISOFIX is limited to the two outer rear seats; the Aceman also has front passenger ISOFIX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 406 km | 476 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 175 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 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 | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | 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 belts | 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 | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | 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, 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, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 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 | 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 EX30 FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is better for range, charging, acceleration, boot space and warranty. Choose the MINI Aceman only if its head-up display, driver’s seat memory and massage, or front passenger ISOFIX matter more to you.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 is RM5,000 cheaper than the MINI Aceman. It also has the larger 69 kWh battery, 70 km more claimed range and a 175 kW DC charging rate.
Which one is faster to charge on a DC charger?
The Volvo EX30 charges faster on DC, rated at 175 kW versus the MINI Aceman’s 95 kW. Both cars have an 11 kW AC charging rate.
