Verdict
At RM213,888, the MINI Aceman SE is the sharper Malaysian buy: it travels 406 km on the same 54.2-kWh battery that gives the RM233,888 MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 355 km. The JCW’s RM20,000 premium brings 254 hp, 350 Nm and a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time, against 215 hp, 330 Nm and 7.1 seconds. Those are meaningful gains, but its 51-km range penalty and RM240 annual road tax versus RM200 favour the SE unless performance is the priority.
Pick the MINI Aceman SE if 406 km of range and RM20,000 left in your pocket matter more than a 0.7-second quicker sprint.
Pick the MINI Aceman John Cooper Works if its 254 hp, 350 Nm and 200 km/h top speed are reason enough to accept the shorter 355-km range.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Aceman SE RM213,888; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works RM233,888.
- Motor output: MINI Aceman SE 215 hp and 330 Nm; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 254 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI Aceman SE 7.1 seconds; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 6.4 seconds.
- Top speed: MINI Aceman SE 170 km/h; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 200 km/h.
- EV range: MINI Aceman SE 406 km; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works 355 km.
- Annual road tax: MINI Aceman SE RM200; MINI Aceman John Cooper Works RM240.
SE
- 406-km EV range, 51 km more than the JCW.
- RM20,000 lower purchase price.
- RM200 annual road tax, RM40 less than the JCW.
- 215 hp and 330 Nm trail the JCW's 254 hp and 350 Nm.
- 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.7 seconds slower.
- No front or rear parking sensors, where the JCW gets six at each end.
John Cooper Works
- 254 hp and 350 Nm from its single front motor.
- 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 200 km/h top speed.
- Six front and six rear parking sensors, plus 19-inch JCW Lap Spoke two-tone alloys.
- RM20,000 more expensive than the SE.
- 355-km EV range is 51 km shorter than the SE's.
- RM240 annual road tax is RM40 higher than the SE's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM213,888✓ | RM233,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | 254 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 406 km✓ | 355 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | 95 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,076 mm | 4,076 mm |
| Width | 1,754 mm | 1,754 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 300 litres | 300 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R19 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance ComfortTred | — |
| 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" JCW Lap Spoke Two-Tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels | 19" JCW Lap Spoke Two-Tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| 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 | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) | Active Cruise Control (Requires Subscription) |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Tailgate | Powered Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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SE vs John Cooper Works FAQ
Is the MINI Aceman SE or MINI Aceman John Cooper Works better?
The MINI Aceman SE is the better buy for most owners because it costs less and delivers 406 km of range. Choose the MINI Aceman John Cooper Works only if its 254 hp, 6.4-second sprint and 200 km/h top speed matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Aceman John Cooper Works costs RM20,000 more than the MINI Aceman SE.
Do the MINI Aceman SE and MINI Aceman John Cooper Works charge at different speeds?
No. Both use a 54.2-kWh battery, support 11 kW AC charging and 95 kW DC charging. The SE has the longer quoted range at 406 km, compared with 355 km for the JCW.
