Verdict
At RM188,888, the MINI Countryman R60 is RM70,000 cheaper than the MINI Countryman U25, but its 1.6-litre petrol engine produces 120 hp and 155 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds. The U25’s two motors deliver 313 hp and 494 Nm for 5.6 seconds, plus all-wheel drive and a 432 km EV range from its 66.5 kWh battery. It is also 336 mm longer with a 460-litre boot. For a Malaysian buyer with reliable charging, the U25 is the much more capable family car; the R60 is the lower-cost, smaller alternative.
Pick the MINI Countryman R60 if RM70,000 savings, a 4,097 mm footprint and petrol refuelling matter more than acceleration, space and modern driver assistance.
Pick the MINI Countryman U25 if you can charge regularly and want 313 hp, 494 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 460-litre boot and far fuller safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: RM188,888 for the R60 versus RM258,888 for the U25.
- 0-100 km/h: 11.6 seconds for the R60 versus 5.6 seconds for the U25.
- Driveline: front-wheel drive in the R60 versus all-wheel drive in the U25.
- Dimensions: 4,097/1,789/1,561 mm for the R60 versus 4,433/1,843/1,656 mm for the U25.
- Boot space: 350 litres in the R60 versus 460 litres in the U25.
- Road tax: RM120 per year for the R60 versus RM335 per year for the U25.
R60
- RM70,000 lower purchase price.
- Shorter 4,097 mm body is easier to place than the 4,433 mm U25.
- Five-star EuroNCAP and ANCAP ratings.
- 120 hp, 155 Nm and an 11.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the U25 by a wide margin.
- 350-litre boot is 110 litres smaller than the U25’s.
- Manual front seats and manual air-con lose out to the U25’s powered, massaging seats and dual-zone climate control.
U25
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 432 km EV range, 22 kW AC charging and 130 kW DC charging.
- 460-litre boot, powered tailgate and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM70,000 more than the R60.
- Annual road tax is RM335, against RM120 for the R60.
- 180 km/h top speed is 2 km/h lower than the R60’s 182 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,888✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 120 hp | — |
| Torque | 155 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 313 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 494 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 432 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 130 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 177 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,097 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,561 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,595 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | MINI Boost Radio | 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 | Push Button | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km MINI Service Inclusive, with option for an additional 2-year/40,000 km extension | 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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R60 vs U25 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman R60 or MINI Countryman U25 better?
The MINI Countryman U25 is better if home or workplace charging is available: it is much quicker, larger, all-wheel drive and better equipped. The MINI Countryman R60 is the sensible choice when the lower purchase price and petrol refuelling are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman U25 costs RM70,000 more than the MINI Countryman R60.
How much more practical is the MINI Countryman U25?
The U25 is 336 mm longer, has a 97 mm longer wheelbase and carries 460 litres in its boot. The R60 has a 350-litre boot, so the newer car adds 110 litres of luggage capacity.
