Verdict
These are radically different answers to a RM300k budget. The RM281,073 Xpeng X9 costs RM37,815 less, carries seven people, and has a 721-litre boot against the MINI Convertible’s four seats and 215 litres. Its 94.8-kWh battery delivers a claimed 535 km range, with 11 kW AC and 537 kW DC charging. But the MINI is 1,437 mm shorter, reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds versus 8.2 seconds, and its 237 km/h top speed beats 200 km/h. For Malaysian family duty, the X9’s space and rear amenities matter far more; the MINI is the focused open-top choice.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want a compact four-seat petrol convertible with a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 237 km/h top speed.
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a 721-litre boot and a 535 km claimed EV range for RM37,815 less.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Convertible RM318,888; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- Seating and boot space: MINI Convertible 4 seats and 215 litres; Xpeng X9 7 seats and 721 litres.
- Performance: MINI Convertible 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and 237 km/h; Xpeng X9 8.2 seconds and 200 km/h.
- Size: MINI Convertible 3,879 mm long and 1,744 mm wide; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm long and 1,988 mm wide.
- Powertrain: MINI Convertible 204 hp/300 Nm 1,998 cc turbo petrol; Xpeng X9 315 hp/450 Nm single motor with 94.8-kWh battery.
- Warranty: MINI Convertible two years with unlimited mileage; Xpeng X9 five years/120,000 km, plus eight-year/160,000 km battery cover.
Convertible
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Much shorter 3,879 mm body.
- Unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Only four seats versus seven.
- 215-litre boot versus 721 litres.
- No rear air-conditioning, powered front seats or rear sliding doors.
X9
- Seven seats and a 721-litre boot.
- 94.8-kWh battery with 535 km claimed range.
- 537 kW DC charging, air suspension and rear-axle steering.
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.9 seconds.
- 5,316 mm length and 1,988 mm width versus 3,879 mm and 1,744 mm.
- 120,000-km manufacturer warranty limit versus unlimited mileage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM318,888 | RM281,073✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 800V 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 | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,879 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,744 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 215 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| 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.
Used Convertible & X9 for sale
Convertible vs X9 FAQ
Is the MINI Convertible or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is the better family transport: it has seven seats, a 721-litre boot and 535 km claimed EV range. The MINI Convertible is better if open-top motoring, smaller dimensions and its quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888 and the Xpeng X9 costs RM281,073, so the MINI is RM37,815 more expensive.
Which has more practical passenger and luggage space?
The Xpeng X9 does, by a wide margin. It has seven seats and 721 litres of boot space, while the MINI Convertible has four seats and a 215-litre boot.
