Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM318,888 MINI Convertible costs RM153,888 more than the RM165,000 Renault Zoe, but delivers 204 hp, 300 Nm and a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time alongside an open roof and a far richer parking and driver-assistance kit. The Zoe is the more practical daily car: five doors, five seats, a 338-litre boot and 395 km EV range from its 52 kWh battery. Its RM50 annual road tax also undercuts the MINI’s RM379. Choose with your charging access and passenger needs in mind.
Pick the MINI Convertible if open-top driving, its 204 hp turbo petrol performance and 360-degree parking camera matter more than price and rear-seat practicality.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you want five doors, 395 km of electric range, a 338-litre boot and far lower upfront and annual road-tax costs.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Powertrain: MINI Convertible 204 hp/300 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; Renault Zoe 108 hp/225 Nm single motor with 52 kWh battery.
- Range and charging: MINI Convertible has a 44-litre fuel tank; Renault Zoe claims 395 km EV range, 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- Practicality: MINI Convertible has 2 doors, 4 seats and 215 litres of boot space; Renault Zoe has 5 doors, 5 seats and 338 litres.
- Dimensions: MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase; Renault Zoe is 4,087 mm long with a 2,588 mm wheelbase.
- Safety and parking: MINI Convertible has 6 airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera; Renault Zoe has 4 airbags, no autonomous braking and no reverse…
Convertible
- 204 hp and 300 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
- Convertible body and 18-inch wheels.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera.
- RM153,888 more expensive than the Zoe.
- Two doors, four seats and a 215-litre boot versus five doors, five seats and 338 litres.
- RM379 annual road tax versus RM50.
Zoe
- 395 km EV range from a 52 kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- Five doors, five seats and 338-litre boot.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm versus the MINI’s 204 hp and 300 Nm.
- Four airbags versus six, with no autonomous braking.
- No reverse camera, front parking sensors or navigation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,502 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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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Convertible vs Zoe FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Renault Zoe better?
The Renault Zoe is better for lower-cost, five-seat electric daily use, with 395 km range and a 338-litre boot. The MINI Convertible is the choice for open-air motoring, 204 hp and a substantially stronger parking and safety kit.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM153,888 more than the Renault Zoe.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Renault Zoe is more practical: it has five doors, five seats and 338 litres of boot space. The MINI Convertible has two doors, four seats and a 215-litre boot.
